About this opportunity
Metric Geo lists this Senior Project Manager opportunity in orange county, ca, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Project Manager – Bridge & Transportation Projects Location: Orange County, California
Overview
We are partnering with a rapidly growing heavy civil contractor specializing in transportation infrastructure to recruit a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple major bridge projects across Orange County and Southern California.
This is a high-impact leadership role for a proven bridge PM who can take full ownership of complex structural projects—from preconstruction through closeout—while mentoring teams and driving performance across schedule, safety, and profitability.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and oversee multiple large-scale bridge projects , including new construction, widening, and rehabilitation
Manage all phases of project delivery: preconstruction, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, execution, and closeout
Provide strategic leadership to Project Managers, Project Engineers, Superintendents, and field teams
Develop and manage project budgets, cost forecasting, and margin performance
Drive schedule adherence and proactively mitigate project risks and change events
Serve as the primary point of contact for owners, Caltrans/DOT agencies, designers, inspectors, and subcontractors
Ensure full compliance with Caltrans/DOT requirements, safety standards, and quality control programs
Support pursuit strategy, constructability reviews, and preconstruction planning for upcoming bridge work
Champion a culture of safety, accountability, and operational excellence
Required Experience & Qualifications
10+ years of heavy civil construction experience , with a strong focus on bridge and transportation projects
Proven track record as a Senior Project Manager or Lead Project Manager on bridge construction projects
Experience managing multi-million-dollar contracts (DOT, Caltrans, public works preferred)
Who can apply
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