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Senior Project Manage - Complex Construction Projects

El Segundo, California Permanent USD150,000 - USD190,000 per year View Job Description
A rapidly growing Southern California general contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team and oversee a significant portfolio of technically complex construction projects in the Long Beach area. The role will be split approximately 50/50 between the company's Irvine office and project sites, with a preference for candidates who can regularly commute to the project site.
  • Rapidly growing commercial General Contractor
  • All local work to LA

About Our Client

The company has recently been awarded $50M+ of work across 5-6 projects and multiple buildings for a confidential client operating in the defense, manufacturing, and aerospace industries. The projects are already underway, creating an immediate need for a strong Senior Project Manager who can step into an active environment and take ownership of project execution.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior PM who enjoys technically challenging projects and wants to join a growing contractor with a strong backlog and long-term opportunity for advancement.

The company is a fast-growing Southern California general contractor with 100+ employees, headquartered in Carlsbad with an additional Irvine office and projects throughout Southern California.

Their core markets include:



  • Healthcare


  • Life Sciences


  • Higher Education


  • Technical & Commercial Construction



The company has continued to grow through new project awards and recently expanded its Orange County presence to support this growth. They are known for maintaining a strong team-oriented culture with an emphasis on mentorship, leadership development, and long-term employee growth.

Job Description



  • Lead the overall management and execution of multiple construction projects


  • Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement, and overall financial performance


  • Coordinate owners, architects, engineers, subcontractors, vendors, and internal operations teams


  • Develop and maintain project schedules and ensure milestones are met


  • Review plans, specifications, submittals, RFIs, change orders, and other project documentation


  • Manage project financials, forecasting, cost control, and monthly reporting


  • Identify project risks and develop solutions to keep work progressing


  • Lead project meetings and maintain strong communication with clients and project stakeholders


  • Work closely with the Superintendent and field team to coordinate project execution


  • Oversee subcontractor performance and contract compliance


  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and to the required quality standards


  • Manage multiple buildings/projects simultaneously as the portfolio develops


  • Provide regular updates to senior leadership regarding project progress, financials, schedule, and risks


  • Assist with client relationships and support continued growth with key accounts


  • Utilize Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office throughout project execution



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will have:



  • 7+ years of commercial construction experience


  • Strong Project Management experience with progressively increasing responsibility


  • Experience managing technically complex construction projects


  • Manufacturing, industrial, life sciences, healthcare, aerospace, defense, or advanced technology experience strongly preferred


  • Experience managing multiple projects or complex scopes simultaneously


  • Strong understanding of construction contracts, scheduling, budgeting, and project financials


  • Proven ability to manage owners, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and internal teams


  • Strong communication and leadership skills


  • Proficiency with:


    • Procore


    • Bluebeam


    • Microsoft Project


    • Primavera P6


    • Microsoft Office


  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field preferred, but not required


  • A consistent employment history and demonstrated long-term commitment to previous employers

What's on Offer



  • $150,000-$190,000 base salary, depending on experience


  • $650/month untaxed vehicle allowance


  • Company gas card


  • Cell phone allowance


  • Bonus earning potential
Contact
Michael Truxell
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7122837

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
El Segundo
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Michael Truxell
Job Reference
JN-102026-7122837
 

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