Senior Manager of Construction, Grading and Major Infrastructure The Cristy Group Dana Point, CA Job Details Full-time $150,000 - $180,000 a year 7 hours ago Benefits AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Civil construction project management Bachelor's degree Working on construction projects in a civil infrastructure role Construction industry experience Managing projects Leadership Full Job Description We are seeking a seasoned Senior Manager of Construction to oversee major grading, heavy civil, transportation, water, and public infrastructure projects. This senior-level position will lead construction strategy, contractors, budgets, schedules, risk management, and project delivery from pre-construction through final closeout and turnover. Responsibilities Lead large-scale hillside grading, bridge, transportation corridors, flood control, water, utility, and infrastructure projects. Manage project budgets, schedules, contracts, cost forecasts, change orders, claims, and overall financial performance. Oversee bidding, contractor selection, negotiations, contract administration, and construction execution. Direct field operations, inspections, quality, safety, and compliance with plans, permits, specifications, environmental requirements, and agency standards. Coordinate contractors, consultants, utilities, municipalities, regulatory agencies, and internal teams. Review RFIs, submittals, pay applications, schedules, change orders, and project documentation. Identify and mitigate project risks while resolving construction, permitting, and agency issues. Provide senior leadership with clear updates on cost, schedule, risks, milestones, and project performance. Education & Experience 8+ years of progressive experience in heavy civil construction, public works, land development, or major infrastructure. Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. Strong knowledge of heavy civil construction, hillside grading, utilities, bridges, transportation, water infrastructure, and multi-phase development. Proficient in cutting edge tools and technology, Microsoft products, Propeller, CAD, GIS, Smartsheet and Procore Proven experience managing complex projects, contractors, budgets, schedules, permitting, and agency coordination. Strong leadership, negotiation, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Pay:

$150,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching AD&D insurance Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you proficient in MS Office Suite and construction related software? Do you have Hillside Grading experience? Do you have a minimum of 7-10 years experience in civil construction, public works, land development, and /or infrastructure construction.

Work Location:

In person