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 roles30
Top employerMill Creek Residential
Top citySan Diego, CA
Cities hiring20
Work type88% On-site
Top industryBiotechnology

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Commercial Construction Site Superintendent
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Commercial Construction Site Superintendent
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Sacramento, California
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$100k - $130k/yr

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Construction Site-Superintendent
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Construction Site-Superintendent
codesign
Emeryville, California
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$140k - $200k/yr

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Senior Construction Site Manager / Superintendent
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Senior Construction Site Manager / Superintendent
Van Acker Construction
San Francisco, California
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
$180k - $230k/yr
Bachelor's degree in construction management

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Site Security Manager (SSM), SCIF/SAPF Construction, TS Clearance
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Site Security Manager (SSM), SCIF/SAPF Construction, TS Clearance
Connexus Hub
San Diego, California
Logistics & Inventory
Maintenance & Repair
Skilled Trades
On-Site
Bachelor's degree
11-50

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Owner’s Construction Field Representative / Site Coordinator
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Owner’s Construction Field Representative / Site Coordinator
TED Construction
Palm Springs, California
Construction Management
Engineering (Non-Software)
Manufacturing Engineering
Specialized Engineering
$35 - $45/hr
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Construction Site Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
4 jobs
Long Beach
3 jobs
San Francisco
3 jobs
Sacramento
2 jobs
San Rafael
2 jobs
Santa Clara
2 jobs
Carlsbad
1 job
Glendale
1 job
Milpitas
1 job

Construction Site Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

Mill Creek Residential
Mill Creek Residential6 open roles
National Community Renaissance
National Community Renaissance4 open roles
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited
Turner & Townsend Pty Limited2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
  • Consulting & Professional Services

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 Mill Creek Residential, National Community Renaissance, and Turner & Townsend Pty Limited, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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 Diego, Long Beach, and San Francisco. 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 12% of construction site manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of August 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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