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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Overview

Open roles5+
Top cityIrvine, CA
Cities hiring3
Work type80% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Apple
Site Manager
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Apple
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Site Manager
Apple
Culver City, California
Construction Management
Project & Program Management
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
$164k - $248k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Brookfield Properties
Assistant Site Manager
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Brookfield Properties
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Assistant Site Manager
Brookfield Properties
Costa Mesa, California
Construction Management
Quality Control
Customer Service & Support
$60k - $75k/yr
On-Site
None
1,001-5,000

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Tetra Tech
Site Civil Project Manager
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Tetra Tech
Added 1w ago
Site Civil Project Manager
Tetra Tech
Irvine, California
Project & Program Management
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Project Management
Civil Engineering
$118k - $140k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Colliers Engineering & Design
Civil/Site Land Development Department Manager
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Colliers Engineering & Design
Added 3w ago
Civil/Site Land Development Department Manager
Colliers Engineering & Design
Irvine, California
Project & Program Management
Civil & Structural Engineering
Construction Management
Civil Engineering
$145k - $205k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Colliers Engineering & Design
Civil/Site Land Development Senior Project Manager
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Colliers Engineering & Design
Added 2w ago
Civil/Site Land Development Senior Project Manager
Colliers Engineering & Design
Irvine, California
Project & Program Management
Construction Management
Specialized Engineering
Project Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
$133k - $188k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Construction Site Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Irvine
3 jobs
Costa Mesa
1 jobs
Culver City
1 jobs

Construction Site Manager Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Colliers Engineering & Design
    Colliers Engineering & Design2
  • Apple
    Apple1
  • Brookfield Properties
    Brookfield Properties1
  • Tetra Tech
    Tetra Tech1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services3
  • Construction & Real Estate1
  • Electronics & Hardware1
  • Technology & Software1

What California Employers Look For

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 Colliers Engineering & Design, Apple, and Brookfield Properties, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 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 Irvine, Costa Mesa, and Culver City. 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 20% of construction site manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 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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