Construction Jobs in California
Construction jobs in California are among the most active in the nation, driven by large-scale residential development, infrastructure investment, and commercial builds across Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and Sacramento. Major employers with a lasting presence in California include Webcor Builders, Swinerton, and Skanska USA, all of which hire at every level from apprentice laborer through project superintendent. The most in-demand specialties are electrical work, concrete forming, and HVAC installation, reflecting California's dense building pipeline and stringent Title 24 energy code requirements. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Construction Planner I
Work Location: San Diego, CA - 92105
Duration: 6 Months
Work Type: Temporary Assignment
Job Type: Hybrid
Pay Rate: $33.59-33.59/ Hr
Overview
TekWissen Group is a workforce management provider throughout the USA and many other countries in the world. Our client is the largest private broadband company in America, providing advanced digital video, Internet, telephone and home security and automation services over its own nationwide IP network. The client is committed to creating meaningful moments of human connection through technology. The largest private broadband company in America, we proudly serve six and a half million homes and businesses across 18 states. They are dedicated to empowering others to build a better future and celebrate diverse products, people, suppliers, communities and the characteristics that make each one unique.
Job Description:
CONSTR:
- Constructs, builds, repairs, and inspects Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) networks to provide voice, video, and data to residential and commercial customers.
- Coordinates with other utilities for permits, joint trench, pole applications, and service issues.
- Performs field engineering of proposed projects and ensures alternative routing delivers the most cost effective design for construction.
- Coordinates all customer implementation activities including site walk-throughs, node placements and subcontract labor.
- Coordinates contractor work, coordinates and/or obtains permits, access, or ROW agreements where applicable, distributes design prints and other necessary working documents.
- Negotiates and approves design or construction changes.
- Researches and reviews plans, gathers necessary data and listing material requirements for project.
- Coordinates with public works personnel, developers, commercial customers, building owners, and utilities on joint trench projects.
- Maintains workflow databases and updates schedules.
- Participates in managing and estimating (revenue-delete) cost forecasts, material planning, capital and expense budgets.
- Estimates construction costs, prepares budgets, and tracks expenses.
- Participates in managing and estimating revenue forecasts, material planning, capital and expense budgets.
- Verifies serviceability, surveys proposed service routing, and estimates material, construction, and labor costs.
- Initiates customer contacts, coordinates and/or secures access or ROW agreements, completes route designs, and takes necessary steps to meet customer needs.
- May order materials or coordinate with administrative personnel; may verify and reconcile invoices.
- May plan and allocate fibers for splicing and activation.
- May inspect construction work or coordinate inspection assignments.
- Releases addresses as serviceable and notifies other departments of serviceability.
- As projects are completed, performs tasks to close tasks in database/tool, reconcile assets, and generate reports to ensure proper closure of project.
Typical Training / Experience
- HS diploma, GED or relevant work experience.
- 0-2 years of experience in area of responsibility.
Dept/Org Scope & Impact
- Entry level support role requiring basic skills.
- Can perform some of the basic tasks within the function.
- Some impact at the job or department level.
Problem Complexity
- Performs simple, routine work.
- Selects correct processes from clearly prescribed rules, past practices, or instruction.
- Seeks advice and guidance on non-routine or problem areas from supervisor.
- Any deviations from the norm are cleared by the supervisor/manager.
Autonomy
- Under close supervision, exercises limited latitude/independent judgment.
- Work typically involves detailed checks or close review of output by a senior co-worker and/or supervisor/manager.
Knowledge
- Assignments require minimal knowledge.
Requirements
Target Years of Exp: 2+
Top 5 Must Haves:
- PC Skills
- GO-95 and GO-128 knowledge
- Excel skills
- Adobe Acrobat skills
- Good driving record
I would like to keep it under the construction and project management umbrella:
- Performs field engineering of proposed projects and ensures alternative routing delivers the most cost effective design for construction.
- Coordinates all customer implementation activities including site walk-throughs, node placements and subcontract labor.
- Coordinates contractor work, coordinates and/or obtains permits, access, or ROW agreements where applicable, distributes design prints and other necessary working documents.
- Negotiates and approves design or construction changes.
- Researches and reviews plans, gathers necessary data and listing material requirements for project.
- Coordinates with public works personnel, developers, commercial customers, building owners, and utilities on joint trench projects.
- Maintains workflow databases and updates schedules.
- Participates in managing and estimating (revenue) cost forecasts, material planning, capital and expense budgets.
- Estimates construction costs, prepares budgets, and tracks expenses.
- Participates in managing and estimating revenue forecasts, material planning, capital and expense budgets.
- Verifies serviceability, surveys proposed service routing, and estimates material, construction, and labor costs.
- Initiates customer contacts, coordinates and/or secures access or ROW agreements, completes route designs, and takes necessary steps to meet customer needs.
- Plans, coordinates, constructs, builds, repairs, and inspects Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) networks to provide voice, video, and data to residential and commercial customers.
- Coordinates with other utilities for permits, joint trench, pole applications, and service issues.
TekWissen® Group is an equal opportunity employer supporting workforce diversity.
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Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Construction Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- BKF Engineers79

- Jobot74

- Turner & Townsend Pty Limited60

- Granite Construction58

- Swinerton42

Top Industries Hiring
- Construction & Real Estate722
- Consulting & Professional Services511
- Technology & Software84
- Staffing & Recruiting77
- Manufacturing67
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in construction jobs across California.
- Active California contractor license or valid C-trade specialty license issued by CSLB
- OSHA 10-hour or 30-hour construction safety certification required or strongly preferred
- Completion of a state-approved apprenticeship program or equivalent journey-level experience
- Familiarity with California Building Code and Title 24 energy compliance standards
- Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation to job sites
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and project specifications
Construction Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction worker in California?
Most construction trades in California require completing a state-approved apprenticeship registered with the California Department of Industrial Relations, Division of Apprenticeship Standards. Electricians, plumbers, and HVAC technicians also need a journeyman or contractor license from the Contractors State License Board after passing a trade exam. Entry-level laborers can begin without a license, but completing an apprenticeship is the recognized path to journey-level status and broader hiring opportunities.
Which companies hire construction workers in California?
Employers hiring construction workers in California right now include BKF Engineers, Jobot, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's active public infrastructure and commercial development pipeline means these companies regularly seek both licensed tradespeople and entry-level site laborers across the state's major metro areas.
Which California cities have the most construction jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego lead California in construction job openings. Los Angeles drives volume through ongoing residential and commercial development, while San Francisco and San Jose reflect sustained tech campus and mixed-use construction demand, and Sacramento sees steady public infrastructure and state facility projects that draw employers and tradespeople throughout the Central Valley corridor.
Are there remote construction jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 11% of construction openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, since the vast majority of construction roles require physical presence on a job site. The positions most likely to carry any remote component are project management, estimating, and BIM coordination roles where document review and scheduling work can be done off-site.
How can I get hired in construction in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a California Division of Apprenticeship Standards-registered apprenticeship program, offered through organizations like the Associated General Contractors of California and local union halls for carpenters, laborers, and electricians. Large California contractors such as Swinerton and Webcor also hire entry-level laborers and helper-grade site workers directly. A completed OSHA 10-hour card and a valid California driver's license give candidates a meaningful edge when no prior trade experience is on record.
Where can I find and apply to construction jobs in California?
You can find and apply to construction jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your trade, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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