Construction Manager

Job Description :

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Associate Construction Manager to join our growing team in Long Beach, CA. This hybrid role combines on-site coordination with office-based project management, supporting commercial construction projects such as restaurant builds, retail spaces, and tenant improvements (TI).

You will work closely with senior managers to :

• Conduct site visits, document progress, and coordinate subcontractor activities
• Monitor general contractor (GC) performance and ensure alignment with project goals
• Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes, and compile daily field reports
• Maintain document control systems and track RFIs, submittals, and change orders
• Review construction drawings and specifications to ensure project readiness
• Assist in contract reviews, scope validation, and proposal evaluations
• Support project closeout including punch lists, warranties, and as-built documentation
• Develop and manage project schedules using tools like MS Project, Primavera, and Procore
• Track progress against baseline schedules and implement recovery strategies for delays
• Monitor project costs, manage budget reports, and help resolve overruns
• Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and enforce safety compliance
• Ensure quality control through inspections and punch walks
• Communicate effectively with owners, architects, consultants, and field teams
• Resolve conflicts and explain technical issues to non-technical stakeholders
• Identify and manage critical path activities and mitigate risks such as weather delays or material shortages
• Troubleshoot construction defects and collaborate on solutions

Required Skills & Experience :