Job Description
Position: Construction Project Manager
Location: Oakland, CA, Dublin, CA, San Ramon, CA
Type: Contract
Rate: $58/hr to $70/hr
Position Overview:
Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and support the rollout of a large-scale construction program. The role involves construction management process improvements, oversight of capital projects, and performance reporting. Ideal for professionals with a background in utilities or infrastructure projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze and improve construction management processes and internal controls
- Oversee construction contracts and monitor large capital projects
- Develop and implement policies, procedures, reporting frameworks, and IT support systems
- Conduct project reviews including assessments of project completion, schedule delays, change order recovery, and cost estimates
- Collect and analyze field data; document findings and prepare narrative reports and presentations
- Utilize Excel, PowerPoint, and data visualization tools to generate dashboards and reports
Desired Skills:
- Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred, not required)
- Familiarity with Python and SQL (nice to have)
Preferred Skills:
- Advanced Excel skills (including macros); strong cost analytics
- Experience with budgeting and forecasting
Previous experience in the power and utility industry is highly desirable