Construction Project Manager

Halfmoon Bay, California, US on site Until 8/21/2026 3+ years exp First posted March 22, 2025 Last posted March 22, 2025
Job description

Are you looking for the next step in your construction project management career? Or, are you a mid-career construction management professional looking for the next big opportunity?

Have you built significant experience in construction projects and are looking to expand your skill set?

Essel is looking for a construction Project Manager with experience managing mid to large scale projects.

Salary Rage: $135,000 - $165,000 a year

The Project Manager will lead multiple projects in the following sectors:

  • Colleges / Universities
  • K-12 Construction w/ DSA oversight
  • Misc specialized sectors (OSHPD, etc.)

Duties will include but not limited to:

  • Review plans and specs to ensure accuracy, prepare General Conditions, and establish baseline schedules for each subcontractor or self-performing team
  • Track project costs and complete project all change management, RFIs, and owner pay applications
  • Oversee shop drawings and submittals, write subcontracts and purchase orders for projects, manage subcontractor relationships and conduct regular jobsite coordination meetings
  • Manage client relationships and provide ongoing communication throughout the project
  • Help establish field office in the Bay Area and lead a team


Requirements

Candidate Qualifications:

  • Minimum 3 - 5 years of experience in K-12 / College / University sectors
  • Experience with DSA oversight / managed projects
  • Professional Degree in construction management, architecture or a related field (mechanical or civil engineering, construction tech, interior design, business administration) is preferred
  • Ability to negotiate, write and execute all subcontract agreements
  • Willingness to relocate to or near Half Moon Bay
  • Strong communications skills, both written and verbal
  • Technology: Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam and Procore
  • Experience with CMAR and/or Design/Build delivery methods
  • Must work well in a team environment and be committed to client service
  • A valid Driver’s License

Benefits

Offering Industry Competitive Benefits

About this role

Summary

Manage mid to large scale construction projects in educational and specialized sectors, overseeing planning, budget, and team coordination.

Job title

Construction Project Manager

Experience level

3-5 years

Minimum experience

3+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

Must be located in or near Halfmoon Bay, CA, remote not allowed

Salary

$135k–$165k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementconstructionDAS oversightMicrosoft OfficeProcoreBluebeam

Preferred skills

negotiationcontract writingCMARDesign/Build

Specializations

constructionproject managementDAS oversightbudget management
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Half Moon Bay, CA 94019, USA

On-site City