Project Manager (San Jose)

Project Manager

TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. We have a strong onboarding and training program that sets our people up for success. All are welcome to applyespecially those with backgrounds in engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling, and project management, as well as anyone who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Job Overview

Sector : Utility Infrastructure / Construction

Seniority : Mid to Senior Level

Location : San Jose, CA / Hybrid

As a Project Manager, you will lead the planning and delivery of utility and infrastructure construction projects from initial scoping through final commissioning. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for driving schedules, managing budgets, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and maintaining rigorous safety and quality standards. You will serve as a key representative of the client's interests, providing guidance and oversight to ensure project goals are achieved on time and within budget.

Your Day-to-Day Activities

Plan and Organize

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and resource estimates from bid through closeout
• Define project scopes, baseline schedules, and work breakdown structures (WBS)
• Establish and maintain project budgets, financial controls, and forecasting tools
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and material needs, ensuring alignment with scope and cost constraints
• Manage subcontractors and field operations to achieve timely execution

Analyze

Execute

Communicate

Manage Risk

You'll Be Prepared for This Job If You Have

You'll Stand Out If You Have

Compensation & Benefits

About TD Thornton

Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor's team or serving as an owner's representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a womanowned and minorityowned company.