Project Manager

W.E. O'Neil Construction•Solana Beach, CA

13d•$99,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

W.E. O’Neil is hiring an experienced Project Manager in San Diego to oversee a portfolio of fast-moving projects in occupied and active environments. Projects include tenant improvements, renovations, office build-outs, retail work, and smaller ground-up work. The Project Manager typically handles several projects at a time from award through closeout. Projects have tight schedules, and clients may remain open for business during construction, so the role requires quick decisions and careful coordination to minimize disruption. The Project Manager is the primary day-to-day contact for clients, design teams, and subcontractors, and works closely with Superintendents, Estimating, and Accounting. The position reports to a Project Executive. W.E. O’Neil is a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) company with a history dating back to 1925. The company offers a full benefits package, including competitive pay, a bonus program, insurance, paid time off and sick leave, life insurance, a 401(k) with match, and student debt assistance.

Requirements

At least 5 years of project management experience with a general contractor, ideally on tenant improvement, renovation, or other work in occupied spaces.
Proven ability to manage several smaller, fast-paced projects simultaneously.
Strong working knowledge of contracts, subcontracts, change orders, and cost management.
Ability to make sound decisions quickly with incomplete information.
Clear, confident communication skills and ability to work directly with owners, tenants, and design teams.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail while priorities change.
Proficiency in Procore or similar software, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, and scheduling software.
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel between project sites in the San Diego area.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Experience with retail, office, healthcare, or other commercial tenant work.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple projects from buyout through closeout, keeping each on budget, on schedule, and within scope.
Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for owners, tenants, property managers, and design partners.
Plan and coordinate work in occupied spaces, including phasing, after-hours work, tenant communication, and minimizing disruption.
Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost reports, and communicate changes to clients early.
Review bids, level scopes, negotiate and issue subcontracts, and issue purchase orders.
Manage submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications to keep them moving.
Build and update schedules with the Superintendent and hold subcontractors accountable to them.
Work with the field team to resolve issues quickly and keep site work moving.
Track safety, quality, and contract compliance on every project.
Lead closeouts, including punch lists, warranties, and turnover documentation.
Maintain strong client relationships to encourage repeat business.