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Area Construction Manager

Mark Thomas
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/28/2026
Mark Thomas is hiring a Construction Management Area Manager for our CM group! The CM Area Manager wins and manages CM work, satisfies client expectations, and directs, develops, and mentors CM staff in the region. This position is engaged in efforts toward continuous process improvement, supporting successful business operations and embracing/extending the brand and reputation of the Company to be the consultant of choice by clients.

Responsibilities

  • Generates sufficient business to sustain and grow responsible groups
  • Provides oversight to construction management to successfully complete projects and satisfy clients
  • Manages quality, budget, and schedule of responsible projects
  • Achieves the established targets for financial success & utilization, including but not limited to revenue, profitability, and work in progress
  • Provides oversight for proper administration of construction project contracts and agreements; manages elements of risk and compliance appropriately
  • Provides oversight for construction site safety for Mark Thomas staff
  • Engages with all aspects of CM proposals to expand business and backlog
  • Participates in project interviews/presentations with potential new and existing clients to win work; maintains a productive relationship with business development and marketing partners
  • Develops and lead cohesive area CM teams to achieve division objectives
  • Participates in strategic and operational planning for the division

Qualifications

  • 12-15 years progressively responsible CM experience
  • BS in Civil Engineering or Construction Engineering
  • California Professional Engineer (PE) license required; or PE in another state with the ability to obtain CA Licensure within one year
  • Proficient in MS PowerPoint and MS Project
  • Knowledge of construction management best practices and deliverables
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of contracts, agreements, and the administration of such documents and processes
  • Competent/outstanding verbal and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated understanding of project financials and metrics
  • Strong business development skills and successful track record for winning work
  • Ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with a variety of unique and diverse people and personalities
  • Willingness to travel
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license

Benefits And Compensation

Mark Thomas offers a fantastic benefits and compensation package to include:

  • Competitive salary and incentives to include employee referral bonuses, certification and licensing incentives (PLA, PLS, PE, LSIT, EIT), and eligibility for year-end performance incentives
  • 401k and ESOP retirement benefits to include profit sharing and a 401k match
  • Paid-time off benefits to include PTO, public holidays additional holidays, bereavement leave, jury/civic time, licensing & certification exam time
  • Employer-paid vision insurance, basic life insurance, short-term & long-term disability, long-term care insurance, inclusive family planning & fertility resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), travel insurance, and in-house wellness education & challenges
  • Voluntary medical and dental insurance, life insurance, and pet insurance
  • FSA programs for medical, dependent care, commuter & parking
  • Reimbursements for certification and licensing exams and study classes and materials
  • Tuition reimbursement, paid annual dues for industry professional/societal organizations, memberships, and events
  • Budgeted time for training and career development
  • Flexible schedules and hybrid and primarily remote work environments
  • The offered rate of compensation (California locations only) will be based on individual education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location.

Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. The successful candidate selected for hire will need to submit to a background check due to key internal and external leadership responsibilities required for this position following the extension of a conditional offer.

Mark Thomas is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status. Mark Thomas welcomes all.

Salary : $200,000 - $275,000

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