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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The Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the construction of high density, multi-family residential and mixed use projects. The position reports to the Vice President and President of Construction. This position requires providing leadership to the project teams in order to meet or exceed project goals related to the design, construction and quality of the project. The Project Manager will be expected to maintain and adhere to project construction schedules, budgets, cost and quality control measures and safety practices.
Essential Functions/Responsibilities
- Establishing and maintaining working professional relationships with the project design team, company field and office personnel, subcontractors, vendors and governmental agencies overseeing the project.
- Assuming a leadership role in overseeing the preparation of the construction documents
- Administering contracts between Owner and General Contractor and General Contractor and Subcontractors and Vendors
- Managing value engineering efforts for the project
- Preparing and processing all paperwork and documents to Owner, project design team and subcontractors in a timely and complete manner
- Reporting and providing assistance to the Vice President and President of Construction with project management duties as needed.
- Interfacing with Construction Lender field inspectors
- Working with Owner third party consultants, scheduling of Owner third party inspections, review, distribution and follow-up of Owner third party reports and write-ups
- Ensuring compliance with and processing of all project construction permits and that all permits are valid and on file
- Preparing, maintaining and providing timely updates relating to project schedule and budgets
- Reviewing, approving and processing of all draw requests of and payments to suppliers and subcontractors
- Working with the Owner third party management company in transitioning the project from construction to residential operations.
- Addressing all project completion and warranty issues and preparing a final close-out documentation package for the Owner
- Complying with all MCRT Policies, Procedures and Safety Programs
- All other duties as assigned
- Graduate from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in architecture, engineering, construction science, or other related field.
- Minimum of five years’ experience in managing all phases of construction of high density residential and mixed use projects.
- Ten years of applicable and related experience will be considered in lieu of Bachelor’s degree
- Knowledge of construction procedures, building codes, estimating, budgeting, scheduling and safety practices
- Ability to communicate well in English both written and verbally.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and MS project. Competency in Procore and Textura a plus
- Strong organization, time-management, verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to negotiate contracts, manage personnel, meet deadlines and goals, and maintain confidentiality
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision
- Employer sponsored short and long term disability, Life and ADD insurance
- 401k with employer matching
- Paid time off benefits: Vacation, Sick, Holidays
Are you ready to contribute to the success of Mill Creek Residential? If so, apply today and become part of an organization that believes in uncompromising integrity, celebrating successes, continuous improvement, and working hard, smart and together!
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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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