Construction Project Manager Jobs in San Diego, CA
Construction Project Manager jobs in San Diego are in strong demand, concentrated in the Kearny Mesa industrial corridor, downtown's core development zone, and the Otay Ranch and Chula Vista growth areas to the south, across commercial construction, defense facility work, and large-scale residential development. Employers hiring right now include Electrical Consultants, ICF, and CBRE. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Mitchell General Contractors is a high quality commercial general contractor specializing in retail and restaurant tenant improvement construction. From conception to completion, we will provide our clients with experience, integrity, and exceptional customer service from all levels. We are currently looking for a superintendent to service our San Diego jobs but the right candidate should be willing to work in other Southern California locations as needed.
Responsibilities include but not limited to:
· Coordinate and oversee project activities from initiation to completion
· Collaborate with project managers and team members to ensure project goals are met
· Coordinate with subcontractors
· Perform quality and safety checks/meeting per company policy
· Stage project with required equipment
· Track all subcontractor change orders
· Schedule owner/vendor deliveries
· Schedule Inspections with City & County
· Turn over a complete, clean store, with all final inspections signed off
Requirements:
· At least 5 years proven experience as a project superintendent or similar role in the COMMERCIAL/RESTAURANT/RETAIL construction industry
· Familiarity with construction management software, Procore
· Strong time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with team members, and clients
· Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to maintain accurate project documentation
· Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organized individual with a passion for project superintendent.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Restaurant construction: 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
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- Electrical Consultants55

- ICF18

- CBRE18

- NOOKS18

- Lightworks18

Construction Project Manager Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a construction project manager job in San Diego?
Focus your search on San Diego's most active hiring sectors: defense-adjacent facility construction near Miramar and Coronado, commercial and mixed-use development downtown and in Mission Valley, and the residential boom spreading through Chula Vista and Otay Ranch. General contractors, specialty subcontractors, and municipal agencies all hire here. Candidates with LEED experience, federal project exposure, or a background managing ground-up multi-family projects stand out in this market.
Which companies hire construction project managers in San Diego?
San Diego construction project manager roles are posted by Electrical Consultants, ICF, and CBRE and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local market includes a mix of national general contractors with regional offices, government contractors serving the large military installation base, and regional developers active in San Diego's residential and mixed-use pipeline.
Are there remote construction project manager jobs in San Diego?
Yes, though most construction project manager work is site-dependent and inherently on-site. About 25% of construction project manager openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, typically covering pre-construction, estimating, and owner's representative roles rather than active field supervision. San Diego's tech-enabled developers and program management firms are most likely to offer hybrid schedules for desk-side project controls work.
How can I get a construction project manager job in San Diego with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Diego is through a project engineer or assistant project manager role at a mid-size general contractor. San Diego's active military construction and affordable housing sectors create consistent entry-level openings, and firms working on federal contracts often hire recent graduates from San Diego State or UC San Diego's engineering programs. Internships with the City of San Diego's capital improvements division or a regional housing developer can also convert to full-time positions.
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