Construction Project Manager

Kforce has a client that is seeking a Construction Project Manager in San Mateo, CA. Overview: This role will lead all aspects of capital projects planning, design, execution, commissioning, and move-in. You will manage new construction builds from start to finish, working closely with the design team, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to specification. Key Responsibilities: Lead planning and delivery of new labs and facilities, including:

• R&D labs
• Robotics testing environments
• Light manufacturing/pilot production

Office and collaboration areas:

• Manage cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, general contractors, and consultants
• Develop project plans and schedules, coordinating with project superintendents to set objectives, deliverables, and timelines
• Work with the design team, architects, and engineers to review plans, specifications, and drawings and quickly resolve design clashes
• Oversee permitting, zoning, and utility coordination, ensuring compliance with regulatory, local authority, and industry standards
• Track site execution and inspections against safety and quality standards
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including contracts, permits, change orders, and progress reports
• Ensure integration of specialized infrastructure
• Support facilities management across all sites, including preventative maintenance programs
• Manage vendor contracts (security, landscaping, HVAC, electrical, etc.)
• Ensure operational uptime for mission-critical robotics development spaces
• Lead space planning aligned with headcount forecasts
• Partner with HR and People teams on workplace standards
• Oversee EHS (Environmental Health & Safety) compliance and workplace safety protocols

Budgeting & Financial Management:

• Manage project budgets and capital expenditure controls, tracking and reporting spend against approved budgets

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction and facilities management, delivering complex projects ($5M+ preferred) with Mechanical, Electrical, and Process Piping scopes
• Direct experience supporting hardware, robotics, advanced manufacturing, semiconductor, aerospace, or similar environments
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, codes, regulations, and safety protocols
• Proficiency in project management software and design tools
• Ability to solve problems and make difficult, data-driven decisions while coordinating key stakeholders
• Deep understanding of: Electrical distribution, Mechanical systems, Industrial buildouts, and Power load planning