Senior Project Manager

Cornerstone Recruiting

Santa Clarita, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Budget Management, Change Order Management, Civil Engineering, Communication Skills, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Develop and Maintain Customers, Earthmoving/Earthworks, Environmental Regulations, Excavation, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Multitasking, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Strategy, Project Engineering, Project Management Software, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Control, Regulations, Risk Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Value Engineering
LOCATION
Santa Clarita, CA
POSTED
25 days ago

Position Overview:
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in earthwork and shoring projects to lead complex, high-profile work from preconstruction through completion. This role will provide strategic oversight, mentor junior staff, and ensure successful delivery of projects with a strong focus on safety, quality, and financial performance.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage large-scale earthwork and shoring projects, including mass excavation, grading, and support of excavation systems
  • Oversee multiple projects and project teams simultaneously, providing leadership and direction to Project Managers, Engineers, and field staff
  • Develop and manage detailed project budgets, schedules, and cost controls
  • Drive preconstruction efforts including estimating support, value engineering, and risk analysis
  • Coordinate with clients, general contractors, engineers, and regulatory agencies
  • Oversee contract negotiations, change order management, and procurement strategies
  • Ensure compliance with all safety standards, environmental regulations, and quality control procedures
  • Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members and support their professional development
  • Maintain and strengthen client relationships, contributing to repeat business and new opportunities

Qualifications:

  • 8 12+ years of experience in heavy civil construction with a focus on earthwork and shoring
  • Proven experience managing complex excavation and shoring systems (e.g., sheet piling, soldier piles and lagging, tiebacks, secant/ slurry walls)
  • Strong understanding of geotechnical principles, site development, and urban construction challenges
  • Demonstrated success managing large budgets and multiple concurrent projects
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to interpret civil, structural, and geotechnical drawings and specifications
  • Proficiency with project management tools (Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with deep excavation and urban shoring in tight or highly regulated environments
  • Background working for a specialty contractor or large heavy civil firm
  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
  • OSHA certification or advanced safety training

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