Job Description
Job DescriptionSummary
We are actively recruiting an experienced Project Manager for an established general contractor specializing in DSA school construction, K-12 education, public works, and seismic retrofit projects throughout the Bay Area.
This opportunity is filled with projects located throughout the Greater Bay Area. Approximately 90% of the company's workload consists of DSA school construction projects, making direct experience with California school construction and DSA requirements essential.
We are seeking a Project Manager with 10+ years of construction project management experience and a strong background managing DSA K-12 school projects from preconstruction through final completion. The ideal candidate understands DSA inspections, compliance requirements, subcontractor coordination, scheduling, budgeting, and public works construction.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage DSA K-12 school construction, public works, and seismic retrofit projects from preconstruction through final closeout.
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Oversee multiple school construction projects throughout the Greater Bay Area.
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Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cost forecasts, and overall project plans.
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Lead subcontractor bidding, buyout, contract negotiations, and procurement activities.
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Manage project financials, including cost tracking, change orders, monthly billings, and budget updates.
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Coordinate closely with Superintendents to maintain construction schedules, trade sequencing, and project milestones.
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Ensure compliance with DSA requirements, California building codes, public works regulations, and project specifications.
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Coordinate with school districts, architects, engineers, DSA inspectors, subcontractors, and project stakeholders.
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Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, contracts, and construction documentation.
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Oversee DSA inspections, testing requirements, documentation, and project closeout procedures.
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Conduct regular jobsite visits to monitor construction progress, quality, safety, and compliance.
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Identify scheduling conflicts, constructability challenges, and potential cost impacts.
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Monitor subcontractor performance, material procurement, and long-lead items.
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Lead project meetings and provide regular updates on schedules, budgets, progress, and outstanding issues.
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Manage project punch lists, final inspections, DSA closeout, and owner turnover.
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Maintain strong relationships with school districts, clients, and project teams.
Qualifications
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10+ years of construction Project Management experience required.
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Direct, hands-on DSA K-12 school construction experience required.
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Strong background working for a commercial or public works general contractor.
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Experience managing California public school construction projects from preconstruction through final completion.
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Strong understanding of DSA inspections, compliance requirements, documentation, and closeout procedures.
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Experience with K-12 school modernization, renovations, ground-up construction, and seismic retrofit projects.
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Knowledge of California public works construction requirements and building codes.
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Experience managing project budgets, schedules, subcontractor buyout, contracts, and cost forecasting.
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Ability to coordinate multiple subcontractors, field teams, inspectors, and project stakeholders.
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Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
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Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
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Excellent communication, leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills.
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Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
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Proficiency with construction project management and scheduling software.
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Must be able to pass LiveScan background requirements.
Compensation & Benefits
- Company vehicle with gas provided
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401(k) retirement plan
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Full-time, long-term opportunity with an established general contractor
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Opportunity to manage DSA K-12 school construction and public works projects throughout the Greater Bay Area