Project Manager

Job Title: Project Manager

Location: In Office Murrieta, CA with periodic jobsite travel

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Job Summary

We're looking for a Project Manager who can manage commercial construction projects from start to finish. You'll be responsible for budgets, schedules, contracts, change orders, RFIs, and coordinating with the Superintendent to keep the job running smoothly. This is a leadership role that requires strong communication, planning, and follow-through.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, design teams, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Ensure compliance with owner contracts, including project scope, schedules, and reporting expectations.
• Manage subcontracting processes, including scope reviews, pricing, and contract finalization.
• Oversee submittals, shop drawings, and timely material/equipment deliveries.
• Handle RFIs, ensuring clarity, urgency, and proper documentation.
• Communicate and document change orders for owners and subcontractors before costs are incurred.
• Track and manage owner and internal change orders efficiently.
• Review and process subcontractor and owner billings monthly.
• Oversee project close-out, including final documentation, warranties, and billing.
• Collaborate with superintendents and subcontractors to maintain schedules and ensure quality work.
• Provide proactive project reporting and communicate potential delays or issues.
• Manage project budgets, monitor costs, and mitigate overages.
• Ensure compliance with safety meetings, daily reports, and documentation.
• Assist with material/equipment ordering and hiring of subcontractors/vendors as needed.
• Address and resolve project conflicts with a focus on client satisfaction.
• Support permitting and regulatory compliance processes.
• Schedule and manage preconstruction, OAC, and project-specific meetings.

Requirements

• 5 years of Project Management experience in General Contracting required.

• 3 years experience in construction projects in the following industries: commercial, retail, grocery.
• Ability to manage 2-3 projects in at a time.

• Strong understanding of construction means, methods, sequencing, scheduling, and budgeting.

• Procore experience preferred (or ability to learn quickly).
• Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and team leadership skills.

• Must be able to lift 15 lbs and safely navigate active construction sites, including walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing while wearing PPE.
• Valid CA driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites, dependable transportation required

Compensation & Benefits

• $90,000 - $140,000 annually incentives
• Health Benefits Package, 401(k) Employer Match, Vehicle Allowance & Gas Card, Company Issued Cell Phone, Laptop and iPad, Vacation, Paid Holiday, CA Sick Time

Check out our website to learn more about us at www.cwc.la

Required Notices (CA)

This is an at-will position. The Company may modify job duties as needed and employment may be terminated by either party at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities (ADA/FEHA).

Salary : $90,000 - $140,000