Project Site Manager Jobs in California

Project Site Manager jobs in California are in strong demand, with concentrated hiring in construction, infrastructure, commercial development, and utilities across a market that ranges from entry-level assistant project managers to senior site leads overseeing large-scale builds. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego are the most active metros, with established employers such as Turner Construction, Webcor Builders, and Skanska regularly filling project site manager roles across the state. High-growth specializations include mixed-use development, clean energy infrastructure, and public works projects tied to California's ongoing transit and housing initiatives. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles13
Top employerNational Community Renaissance
Top cityIrvine, CA
Cities hiring10
Work type75% On-site
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED

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Mill Creek Residential
Project Manager - Bankers Hill Construction (Job Site)
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Project Manager - Bankers Hill Construction (Job Site)
Mill Creek Residential
San Diego, California
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Warehouse Operations
Bachelor's degree in architecture
1,001-5,000

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Convergint
Project Coordinator 2 (On-Site)
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Project Coordinator 2 (On-Site)
Convergint
La Palma, California
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Investment Operations
Procurement & Purchasing
$27.58 - $41.4/hr
On-Site
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc.
Project Lead / Site Foreman
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Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc.
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Project Lead / Site Foreman
Continental Tide Defense Systems, Inc.
San Diego, California
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
$61k - $141k/yr
High school diploma or GED
2-10

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Safran
Supply Chain Project Manager (Site)
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Supply Chain Project Manager (Site)
Safran
Garden Grove, California
Business Strategy
Data Analytics
Data Science
$86k - $135k/yr
Bachelor's degree in business
10,000+

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Psomas
Project Manager / Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works
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Psomas
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Project Manager / Civil Engineer - Site Development/Public Works
Psomas
Los Angeles, California
Corporate Training
Educational Administration
Learning & Development
$125k - $160k/yr
Hybrid
Bachelor's degree
501-1,000

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Project Site Manager Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Irvine
2 jobs
San Diego
2 jobs
San Francisco
2 jobs
La Palma
1 job
Hollywood
1 job
Long Beach
1 job
Culver City
1 job
Los Angeles
1 job
Garden Grove
1 job

Project Site Manager Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

National Community Renaissance
National Community Renaissance2 open roles
Psomas
Psomas1 open role
Safran
Safran1 open role

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in project site manager jobs across California.

  • Active CSLB license or verifiable experience working under a California-licensed contractor required
  • Bachelor's degree in construction management, civil engineering, or a related field preferred
  • Five or more years of on-site project management experience on commercial or civil projects
  • PMP or CCM certification strongly preferred by California general contractors and public agencies
  • Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, RFIs, submittals, and project schedules concurrently
  • Proficiency in construction management software such as Procore, Bluebeam, or Primavera P6

Project Site Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a project site manager in California?

Most project site managers in California come up through field roles or construction management degree programs before stepping into a site management position. While California does not require a specific project site manager license, many employers expect candidates to hold or work toward a California Contractors State License Board credential, and the CSLB's licensing process involves passing a trade and law exam. A degree in construction management or civil engineering, combined with field experience and a PMP or CCM certification, is the combination that opens doors to site management roles in California.

How much do project site managers make in California?

Project 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 project site managers in California?

Employers hiring project site managers in California right now include National Community Renaissance, Psomas, and Safran, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's scale of commercial development, public infrastructure spending, and clean energy construction means large general contractors, specialty subcontractors, and state agency capital programs all post consistently.

Which California cities have the most project site manager jobs?

Irvine, San Diego, and San Francisco have the most project site manager openings in California right now. Los Angeles leads on sheer volume given its density of commercial, residential, and public works projects, while San Francisco and San Diego generate steady demand from tech campus construction, biotech facilities, and infrastructure programs tied to their respective regional growth corridors.

Are there remote project site manager jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 25% of project site manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the fundamentally on-site nature of managing active construction projects. The parts of the role most suited to remote work are pre-construction planning, submittal review, and scheduling coordination rather than day-to-day field supervision.

How can I get hired as a project site manager in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an assistant project manager or project engineer role with a mid-size California general contractor, where you work under a licensed PM and build direct site experience. Large California contractors such as Hensel Phelps, DPR Construction, and McCarthy Building Companies run structured associate PM programs that accept candidates with a construction management degree and limited field time. Completing OSHA 30 training and pursuing an entry-level CSLB classification accelerates hiring consideration at California contractors who require licensed supervision on their projects.

Where can I find and apply to project site manager jobs in California?

You can find and apply to project 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 through each listing.

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