Construction Site Manager Jobs in California
Construction Site Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in residential and commercial development, public infrastructure, and large-scale industrial construction, with openings at every level from junior superintendent to senior project executive. The heaviest hiring is in Los Angeles, the San Francisco Bay Area, and San Diego, where established contractors like Turner Construction, Webcor Builders, and Hensel Phelps maintain deep California footprints. The most in-demand specialties are ground-up commercial builds, transit and transportation infrastructure, and mixed-use residential development. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Good-Men Roofing & Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Federal Construction Superintendent / Quality Control Manager (QCM)/ SSHO to oversee federal construction projects throughout California. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day field operations, subcontractor coordination, quality control, safety compliance, scheduling, client communication, and contract administration to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with all contract requirements.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience on NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, and other federal construction projects and has served in a Superintendent, QCM, SSHO, or similar leadership role. This position requires an individual who can effectively lead field operations while managing federal quality control and safety requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the on-site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager (QCM), and Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) for federal construction projects
- Manage all day-to-day field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
- Review contract documents, RFP requirements, approved design drawings, specifications, and submittals before beginning work and throughout project execution
- Conduct pre-construction site investigations and evaluate existing site conditions
- Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and ensure all production activities support project milestones
- Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, equipment, and subcontractor work to maintain project progress
- Lead weekly progress meetings, preparatory meetings, and coordination meetings with project stakeholders
- Act as the primary field representative with NAVFAC, USACE, government representatives, inspectors, architects, engineers, owners, and other project stakeholders
- Implement and manage the project Quality Control Program, including the Three-Phase Control System and all required inspections and testing activities
- Conduct daily inspections to verify work is performed in accordance with contract drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and federal quality requirements
- Manage RFIs, submittals, clarifications, as-built drawings, daily reports, other project documentation required for successful project delivery
- Develop and implement project safety programs, conduct daily safety meetings and inspections, and ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and contract-specific safety requirements
- Identify and resolve field issues, constructability concerns, design conflicts, and schedule impacts while maintaining positive working relationships with all project participants
- Lead project turnover and closeout activities, including punch lists, testing, commissioning, warranties, as-built drawings, and final documentation
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, or other federal construction experience.
- Experience serving as a Superintendent, QCM, SSHO, or combined Superintendent/QCM/SSHO role on federal construction projects
- Experience supervising field operations, subcontractors, and self-performing crews
- Current USACE/NAVFAC Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) Certification
- Current EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Construction Safety Training
- Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Three-Phase Quality Control System
- Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up Meetings
- RMS/QCS software
- Federal submittal and RFI processes
- Quality control documentation
- Project closeout requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to military installations and federal facilities
- Ability to travel to project sites throughout Southern California
Preferred Qualifications:
- ECATT Certification
- Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree
- Experience managing projects valued between $5M and $30M+
- Experience with commissioning, turnover packages, O&M manuals, and federal closeout documentation
Equal Employment Opportunity
GoodMen Roofing & Construction, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on legitimate business requirements, qualifications, merit, and lawful job-related criteria. Good-Men Roofing & Construction, Inc. does not discriminate in employment in violation of applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you served as a Project Superintendent on a federal construction project?
- Are you able to obtain access to U.S. military bases and federal facilities required for DoD, NAVFAC, and USACE construction projects?
Experience:
- federal construction: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- USACE Construction Quality Management Certification (Preferred)
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification (Required)
- EM 385-1-1 certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Good-Men Roofing & Construction, Inc. is seeking an experienced Federal Construction Superintendent / Quality Control Manager (QCM)/ SSHO to oversee federal construction projects throughout California. The successful candidate will be responsible for day-to-day field operations, subcontractor coordination, quality control, safety compliance, scheduling, client communication, and contract administration to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, and in compliance with all contract requirements.
The ideal candidate has extensive experience on NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, and other federal construction projects and has served in a Superintendent, QCM, SSHO, or similar leadership role. This position requires an individual who can effectively lead field operations while managing federal quality control and safety requirements.
Responsibilities:
- Serve as the on-site Superintendent, Quality Control Manager (QCM), and Site Safety & Health Officer (SSHO) for federal construction projects
- Manage all day-to-day field operations to ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements
- Supervise, coordinate, and schedule the activities of employees, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors
- Review contract documents, RFP requirements, approved design drawings, specifications, and submittals before beginning work and throughout project execution
- Conduct pre-construction site investigations and evaluate existing site conditions
- Develop, maintain, and update project schedules in coordination with the Project Manager and ensure all production activities support project milestones
- Coordinate material procurement, deliveries, equipment, and subcontractor work to maintain project progress
- Lead weekly progress meetings, preparatory meetings, and coordination meetings with project stakeholders
- Act as the primary field representative with NAVFAC, USACE, government representatives, inspectors, architects, engineers, owners, and other project stakeholders
- Implement and manage the project Quality Control Program, including the Three-Phase Control System and all required inspections and testing activities
- Conduct daily inspections to verify work is performed in accordance with contract drawings, specifications, approved submittals, and federal quality requirements
- Manage RFIs, submittals, clarifications, as-built drawings, daily reports, other project documentation required for successful project delivery
- Develop and implement project safety programs, conduct daily safety meetings and inspections, and ensure compliance with EM 385-1-1, OSHA, and contract-specific safety requirements
- Identify and resolve field issues, constructability concerns, design conflicts, and schedule impacts while maintaining positive working relationships with all project participants
- Lead project turnover and closeout activities, including punch lists, testing, commissioning, warranties, as-built drawings, and final documentation
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of NAVFAC, USACE, DoD, or other federal construction experience.
- Experience serving as a Superintendent, QCM, SSHO, or combined Superintendent/QCM/SSHO role on federal construction projects
- Experience supervising field operations, subcontractors, and self-performing crews
- Current USACE/NAVFAC Construction Quality Management for Contractors (CQM-C) Certification
- Current EM 385-1-1 40-Hour Construction Safety Training
- Current OSHA 30-Hour Construction Certification
- Strong working knowledge of:
- Three-Phase Quality Control System
- Preparatory, Initial, and Follow-Up Meetings
- RMS/QCS software
- Federal submittal and RFI processes
- Quality control documentation
- Project closeout requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to military installations and federal facilities
- Ability to travel to project sites throughout Southern California
Preferred Qualifications:
- ECATT Certification
- Construction Management, Engineering, or related degree
- Experience managing projects valued between $5M and $30M+
- Experience with commissioning, turnover packages, O&M manuals, and federal closeout documentation
Equal Employment Opportunity
GoodMen Roofing & Construction, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based on legitimate business requirements, qualifications, merit, and lawful job-related criteria. Good-Men Roofing & Construction, Inc. does not discriminate in employment in violation of applicable federal, state, or local law.
Pay: $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Have you served as a Project Superintendent on a federal construction project?
- Are you able to obtain access to U.S. military bases and federal facilities required for DoD, NAVFAC, and USACE construction projects?
Experience:
- federal construction: 5 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- USACE Construction Quality Management Certification (Preferred)
- OSHA 30-Hour Certification (Required)
- EM 385-1-1 certification (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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The qualifications that appear most often in construction site manager jobs across California.
- Active California Contractor's License or working under a licensed California contractor required
- Five or more years of field experience managing commercial or residential construction projects
- Demonstrated ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, and specifications
- Proficiency with construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Autodesk Build
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification and current knowledge of Cal/OSHA safety regulations
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related technical field preferred
Construction Site Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a construction site manager in California?
Most construction site managers in California start with a degree in construction management, civil engineering, or architecture, then build field experience as a superintendent or assistant project manager. California does not license construction site managers directly, but the California Contractors State License Board issues contractor licenses that are often required or strongly preferred for senior roles. Many candidates also earn the Certified Construction Manager credential through the Construction Management Association of America as a recognized professional benchmark.
How much do construction site managers make in California?
Construction site managers in California earn a median of about $133,160 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $82,100 for the lowest 10% to over $211,970 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire construction site managers in California?
Employers hiring construction site managers in California right now include Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, WSP, and Cruitin, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's volume of public works, transit expansion, and large mixed-use development keeps national general contractors, regional builders, and public agencies consistently posting these roles throughout the year.
Which California cities have the most construction site manager jobs?
The California cities with the most construction site manager openings are San Francisco, San Diego, and Fresno. Los Angeles drives the largest share through its scale of commercial, residential, and infrastructure projects, while the Bay Area's ongoing tech campus and transit development sustains consistent demand, and San Diego's military construction and coastal residential sector adds significant volume across the region.
Are there remote construction site manager jobs in California?
Yes, but they're rare. About 40% of construction site manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how fundamentally on-site the role is. The portions of the job most suited to remote work are pre-construction planning, bid coordination, and document review, while daily site supervision, safety walkthroughs, and subcontractor management require a physical presence.
How can I get hired as a construction site manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is starting as a field engineer, project engineer, or assistant superintendent with a general contractor that runs structured training programs. Large California builders like Swinerton and Clark Construction hire recent construction management graduates into rotational field roles that build toward site management. Completing an AGC of California apprenticeship program, earning an OSHA 30-Hour certification, and developing proficiency in Procore gives candidates without direct supervision experience a measurable edge in California hiring.
Where can I find and apply to construction site manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to construction site manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience and location and apply directly to each one.
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