Project Manager
Engineering & Construction/Project Manager
LHH
$115,000.00 - $161,000.00 per Year
Sacramento, CaliforniaPermanent
Project Manager
Engineering & Construction
HPurpose
The purpose of this role is to plan, organize, and manage total construction efforts resulting in the successful completion of field work, job schedules, and customer satisfaction in accordance with design, specifications, budget, and schedule. This role is responsible for establishing administrative and technical direction and providing oversight of assigned field projects. The position also focuses on developing and maintaining positive customer relationships to support new business opportunities and to ensure safe and profitable project delivery.
Company / Entity (Anonymized)
• Supports division goals by participating in strategic planning, monitoring industry trends, and applying best practices, including new technologies and equipment. Ensures team alignment with long-range priorities and uses customer feedback to enhance processes.
- Collaborates across specialties and offices to drive consistency in construction and safety practices. Ensures adherence to company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Prepares the team for evolving business needs and maximizes performance through strong leadership and effective management practices.
- Promotes company values such as diversity, teamwork, and respect, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
- Coordinates with other internal groups to optimize resources.
- Maintains a positive community presence and upholds the organization’s reputation.
Technical / Specialty Area
• Promotes a zero‑injury culture through visible support of safety programs, participation in safety meetings, and proactive hazard identification.
- Ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with customer expectations and quality standards. Serves as the primary liaison between clients, estimators, and field teams. Prepares project‑related correspondence and represents the company at project meetings.
- Plans, schedules, and oversees construction activities through Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Engineers. Establishes project objectives, policies, and procedures. Handles critical project issues and implements corrective actions.
- Manages financial aspects of contracts/subcontracts, including fees, equipment rentals, and job cost controls. Reviews invoices, billings, and resolves cost‑related matters while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Maintains strong working relationships with clients, design partners, union representatives, public agencies, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Leads and develops project team members, providing coaching, performance evaluations, and mentorship. Participates in recruitment activities.
- Completes required administrative documentation, including logs, records, safety reports, regulatory documentation, and program guidelines.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
Experience & Industry Expertise
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the construction or engineering industry, preferably in pipeline construction.
- Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
- Strong background in pipeline projects or heavy civil underground/utility construction.
Specific Job Requirements
• Successful completion of pre‑employment drug, alcohol, and background checks
- Valid driver’s license
- Current on all required safety training
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest
- Strong knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and EEO regulations
- Extensive knowledge of construction contracts and applicable laws
- Knowledge of corporate and industry standards, technologies, methods, cost control, and scheduling
- Knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
- Frequent travel required
Competencies
• Relationship Management
- Business Acumen
- Communication
- Organization & Management
- People Management
- People Development
- Technology proficiency (Microsoft Office, P6 project management, estimating software)
- Technical competence in construction
Search managed by: Nadina Jackson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Project Manager
Engineering & Construction/Project Manager
LHH
$115,000.00 - $161,000.00 per Year
Sacramento, CaliforniaPermanent
Project Manager
Engineering & Construction
HPurpose
The purpose of this role is to plan, organize, and manage total construction efforts resulting in the successful completion of field work, job schedules, and customer satisfaction in accordance with design, specifications, budget, and schedule. This role is responsible for establishing administrative and technical direction and providing oversight of assigned field projects. The position also focuses on developing and maintaining positive customer relationships to support new business opportunities and to ensure safe and profitable project delivery.
Company / Entity (Anonymized)
• Supports division goals by participating in strategic planning, monitoring industry trends, and applying best practices, including new technologies and equipment. Ensures team alignment with long-range priorities and uses customer feedback to enhance processes.
- Collaborates across specialties and offices to drive consistency in construction and safety practices. Ensures adherence to company policies, procedures, and standards.
- Prepares the team for evolving business needs and maximizes performance through strong leadership and effective management practices.
- Promotes company values such as diversity, teamwork, and respect, fostering a positive and collaborative environment.
- Coordinates with other internal groups to optimize resources.
- Maintains a positive community presence and upholds the organization’s reputation.
Technical / Specialty Area
• Promotes a zero‑injury culture through visible support of safety programs, participation in safety meetings, and proactive hazard identification.
- Ensures projects are completed on time, within budget, and in accordance with customer expectations and quality standards. Serves as the primary liaison between clients, estimators, and field teams. Prepares project‑related correspondence and represents the company at project meetings.
- Plans, schedules, and oversees construction activities through Superintendents, Foremen, and Project Engineers. Establishes project objectives, policies, and procedures. Handles critical project issues and implements corrective actions.
- Manages financial aspects of contracts/subcontracts, including fees, equipment rentals, and job cost controls. Reviews invoices, billings, and resolves cost‑related matters while maintaining positive customer relationships.
- Maintains strong working relationships with clients, design partners, union representatives, public agencies, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Leads and develops project team members, providing coaching, performance evaluations, and mentorship. Participates in recruitment activities.
- Completes required administrative documentation, including logs, records, safety reports, regulatory documentation, and program guidelines.
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and related experience.
Experience & Industry Expertise
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the construction or engineering industry, preferably in pipeline construction.
- Minimum 3–5 years of supervisory experience.
- Strong background in pipeline projects or heavy civil underground/utility construction.
Specific Job Requirements
• Successful completion of pre‑employment drug, alcohol, and background checks
- Valid driver’s license
- Current on all required safety training
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and avoid conflicts of interest
- Strong knowledge of collective bargaining agreements and EEO regulations
- Extensive knowledge of construction contracts and applicable laws
- Knowledge of corporate and industry standards, technologies, methods, cost control, and scheduling
- Knowledge of standard operating policies and procedures
- Frequent travel required
Competencies
• Relationship Management
- Business Acumen
- Communication
- Organization & Management
- People Management
- People Development
- Technology proficiency (Microsoft Office, P6 project management, estimating software)
- Technical competence in construction
Search managed by: Nadina Jackson
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.