On-Site Construction Manager

Santa Ana, CA
Full Time
Construction Management
Experienced
From Plans to Progress — Lead Construction with TAIT
Why TAIT?
  • Own the Process – Lead projects through construction and completion
  • Collaborative Teams – Work closely with clients, contractors, & multidisciplinary teams
  • National Programs – Support large-scale retail and development programs
  • Purposeful Impact – Deliver projects that serve communities and clients nationwide
Advance your career within a collaborative, delivery-focused environment — apply today.

Position Description
We’re looking for an experienced On-Site Construction Project Manager to oversee active construction projects and serve as the primary point of contact with the General Contractor (GC). This role requires hands-on construction experience and a working knowledge and understanding of civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines to effectively coordinate field activities, identify issues, and drive projects toward completion. The ideal candidate will also bring working knowledge or experience with compressed gas mechanical systems, including CNG and/or hydrogen infrastructure. This is a field-focused position, with approximately 60–75% of working time expected to be spent on-site at active construction projects.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Serve as the main point of contact with the General Contractor, client, consultants, and project stakeholders during construction.
  • Provide on-site construction management and monitor project progress, schedule, quality, and field activities.
  • Coordinate construction activities across civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical disciplines.
  • Review and track RFIs, submittals, change orders, field issues, punch lists, and closeout items.
  • Identify construction conflicts and coordinate with contractors and design teams to drive resolution.
  • Lead construction meetings and maintain project documentation, action items, and status reporting.
  • Support schedules, budgets, risk tracking, and overall PMO reporting.
  • Support additional projects within TAIT’s national retail and multi-site development programs as needed.
Required Experience
  • 5+ years of construction management, project management, general contracting, or related experience.
  • Demonstrated experience serving as the main point of contact with a General Contractor during active construction.
  • Working knowledge and understanding of civil, structural, electrical, and mechanical construction.
  • Working knowledge or experience with compressed gas mechanical systems, including CNG, hydrogen fueling, hydrogen infrastructure, or similar systems.
  • Experience reading and interpreting construction plans, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary construction activities and resolving field issues.
  • Experience managing construction schedules, project documentation, contractors, and vendors.
  • Experience supporting national retail, multi-site, or programmatic development projects.
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites as required.
Preferred Experience
  • Fuel stations and convenience stores.
  • 7-Eleven or other national retail development programs.
  • Quick-service restaurants.
  • Ground-up retail development.
  • EV charging infrastructure.
Preferred Education & Skills
  • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
  • Strong construction, project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to effectively coordinate with GCs, clients, consultants, vendors, and internal teams.
  • Experience with Smartsheet, MS Project, Excel, Procore, or similar project management tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Physical & Travel Requirements
  • This is a field-focused position, with approximately 60–75% of working time expected to be spent on-site at active construction projects.
  • Regular travel to project sites throughout the Los Angeles, Orange County, and Riverside areas is required.
  • Ability to safely navigate active construction environments and comply with applicable site safety requirements.
  • Ability to travel between multiple project sites, client meetings, and TAIT offices as needed.
Salary & Benefits
Salary Range: $90,000 – $115,000 annually
Comprehensive benefits package included.
 

Benefits

TAIT invests in you by providing a comprehensive compensation and benefits program along with the opportunity for professional growth and development. Our benefits package includes valuable and affordable options for health, dental, vision, employer paid life insurance, 401(k) with match, generous paid time off and other supplemental benefits. TAIT’s core value is its culture of kindness. With this, you’ll find a family-oriented environment and flexibility to manage work and life with a rewarding career. Here are some benefits you can find when you join the TAIT Team:

  • Flexible Work Schedule Options - Remote, Hybrid, In-Person
  • Medical options including PPO and HDHP with Health Savings Accounts (no extra charges for spouse or dependent coverage)
  • Dental Plans with little to no deductible
  • Vision PPO plan that’s accepted widely from local offices to large retailers
  • Company paid Life Insurance
  • ID Theft Protection & Monitoring
  • Voluntary Life, Accident and Critical Illness plans
  • Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with employer match
  • Paid time off to relax and recharge with vacation, holidays, and sick time.
  • Annual memberships with Strava and Headspace for additional health and wellness benefits
  • Maternity and Paternity leave time options to care for the newest little family members
  • Support for professional growth and development.
  • Corporate Lodging Program (CLC)

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