Project Manager

About the Opportunity: We are actively recruiting experienced Construction Project Managers for established general contractors throughout Southern California specializing in ground-up industrial construction, concrete tilt-up, distribution centers, warehouses, and large-scale commercial developments. These opportunities are based in San Diego and the Inland Empire, offering the chance to manage substantial ground-up projects with established builders and strong Southern California project pipelines. We are seeking Project Managers who can take ownership of projects from preconstruction and initial sitework through construction, inspections, and final turnover. Ideal candidates have experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, contracts, and client relationships while delivering industrial projects safely, on time, and within budget. Project Types Concrete Tilt-Up Construction Distribution Centers & Logistics Facilities Warehouses & Light Industrial Ground-Up Industrial Developments Cold Storage & Refrigerated Facilities Large-Scale Commercial Construction

Key Responsibilities: Manage ground-up industrial and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through final completion. Oversee all phases of construction, including sitework, foundations, concrete tilt-up, structural steel, building systems, and final turnover. Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, cost forecasts, and overall project plans. Lead subcontractor bidding, buyout, contract negotiations, and procurement activities. Manage project financials, including cost tracking, change orders, monthly billings, and budget updates. Coordinate closely with Superintendents to maintain construction schedules, trade sequencing, and project milestones. Review and manage RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and project documentation. Collaborate with owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, and internal project teams to resolve design and construction issues. Lead project meetings and provide regular updates on schedules, budgets, progress, and potential risks. Monitor subcontractor performance, material procurement, and long-lead items to prevent project delays. Identify constructability challenges, scheduling conflicts, and potential cost impacts. Ensure projects meet contract requirements, quality standards, and safety expectations. Manage project closeout, punch lists, final documentation, and owner turnover. Maintain strong client relationships throughout the construction process.

Qualifications: 5+ years of experience as a Project Manager with a commercial general contractor. Strong background in ground-up industrial, concrete tilt-up, warehouse, or distribution center construction. Experience managing projects from preconstruction through final completion. Strong understanding of construction budgets, scheduling, subcontractor buyout, contracts, and cost management. Experience managing multiple subcontractors and coordinating with field leadership. Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, contracts, and project schedules. Experience managing RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project financials. Strong understanding of concrete tilt-up construction, structural systems, and industrial building requirements. Strong communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred. Experience with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, or similar construction management software preferred.