Transportation Practice Leader - Construction Management

Psomas•Santa Ana, CA

12d•$185,000 - $220,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As our Transportation Practice Leader for our Construction Management team in Orange County, you'll lead construction operations, drive business development, and oversee high-profile transportation projects while supporting the continued growth of our CM practice across Southern California. Psomas is a 100% employee-owned firm built for long-term thinking, shared success, and meaningful impact.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
15+ years of experience leading complex transportation infrastructure projects
Active California Professional Engineer (PE) License
Strong understanding of Caltrans and local agency construction standards
Demonstrated success managing complex transportation programs and client relationships

Responsibilities

Guide the growth of the transportation CM practice, support business development, mentor staff, and strengthen client relationships with agencies such as Caltrans, counties, and local municipalities.
Serve as the senior owner representative for complex projects, providing oversight to ensure construction aligns with approved plans, specifications, and regulations.
Monitor contractor performance, construction progress, and project milestones to keep projects on schedule, within budget, and compliant with agency standards.
Collaborate with public agency clients, designers, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders to resolve construction challenges and maintain project momentum.
Provide guidance and mentorship to resident engineers, inspectors, and CM staff to build a strong, high-performing transportation CM team.