Construction Project Manager, Institutional - Education | General Contractor | Hayward​/San Jose - My

Position: Construction Project Manager, Institutional - Education Sector | General Contractor | Hayward / San Jose - MyGreat
Construction Project Manager - Institutional Education Projects

Location:

Hayward or Concord office, CA
Compensation: $125,000 - $175,000

Overview

The Construction Project Manager will oversee multiple institutional education projects for a general contractor in the Greater San Jose area, working from the San Jose office. This role is responsible for managing all phases of project delivery, with a focus on commercial and institutional projects requiring DSA and OSHPD experience. The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure projects are completed safely, on time and within budget, and maintain strong relationships with all stakeholders throughout the construction process;

most importantly the site team.

Must Haves

• Proven experience as a Project Manager for a General Contractor.
• Direct experience working with DSA (Division of the State Architect) and/or OSHPD (Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development) on regulated education projects
• Strong knowledge of California building codes and regulatory requirements
• Track record of successfully leading multidisciplinary project teams
• Strong contract administration skills with owners, architects, subcontractors, and vendors
• Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and financial reporting
• Proficient in risk management, contract negotiations, and pricing decisions
• Excellent communication, leadership, and mentoring skills
• Proven ability to enforce safety protocols and ensure site compliance
• Authorization to work in the United States

Nice to Haves

• Familiarity with scheduling software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera)
• Engineering, Construction Management, or related technical degree
• LEED accreditation or experience on LEED-certified projects
• Bilingual English/Spanish

Responsibilities

• Lead, direct, and coordinate the overall management of multiple construction projects
• Supervise, train, coach, and mentor project teams to achieve high performance
• Provide regular feedback and complete staff performance reviews on schedule
• Administer all project contracts and subcontracts in line with company and client requirements
• Foster and enhance positive working relationships with owners, architects, consultants, and subcontractors
• Develop, update, and communicate master project schedules and manage their implementation
• Collaborate with pre-construction teams in the planning and development of new projects
• Maintain efficient information flow and documentation procedures across all stakeholders
• Manage project budgets and financials, ensuring accurate tracking and adherence to budget targets
• Prepare and review project financial status reports and oversee pay application processes
• Provide leadership in risk assessment, change order management, and dispute resolution
• Drive enforcement of all safety policies and ensure compliance by all site personnel
• Oversee and coordinate all field operations, engineering, and construction processes
• Ensure timely completion and quality delivery of all project milestones
• Keep senior management informed of project progress and financial status through regular reporting and review meetings