About this role
W.E. O’Neil is looking for a Senior Project Manager in Irvine to lead large, complex commercial, mixed-use, and multifamily projects with values of $200M and above. You’ll own project delivery from preconstruction through closeout and lead the team that gets it done. This is a leadership role. You’ll manage Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers, set the standard for how the team runs its jobs, and act as a trusted senior voice for the client. You’ll also be involved in pursuits, interviews, and the early planning that shapes a project before work starts.
This role reports to a Project Director, Project Executive, or Vice President of Operations, and works closely with clients, design teams, trade partners, field leadership, and company leadership. Lead delivery of large, complex projects from preconstruction through closeout, including planning, constructability, logistics, procurement, staffing, and scheduling Own project financial performance, including forecasting, budgeting, billing, and cash flow Lead administration of prime contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and change management Identify, evaluate, and reduce risks to safety, quality, schedule, and cost, and help resolve claims or disputes before they grow Lead, mentor, and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers through coaching, delegation, and accountability Build long-term relationships with owners, design partners, consultants, and subcontractors Support pursuits, client interviews, and presentations to win new work Partner with field leadership to set and maintain safety and quality expectations on every project Use VDC/BIM to support constructability, coordination, and risk reduction Oversee turnover, commissioning, and closeout so projects finish clean Share lessons learned across the team and support company training, recruiting, and development efforts