Wed, 04 Feb 2026 20:55:27 +0000

Deputy Project Manager

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Long Beach

Compensation: $130,000 - $160,000 / year

Description

Stacy Witbeck is growing our team in our Southern CA market. As an earlier-career opportunity to be a Project Manager for an employee-owned company, you will be leading a small but high-performing group of professionals in the region as you oversee a smaller project. Our reputation, culture, and complex portfolio of work are all going to be appealing to those looking for a solid foundation to build their career on.

This role will suit those seeking the step up from a well-qualified Project Engineer to the responsibility of a Project Manager role. We have an excellent culture that has a reputation for developing leaders and supporting them through their growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

Develops and monitors project budgets and schedules, ensuring timely, cost-effective completion.

Determines project labor, tools, equipment, and material needs; ensures timely procurement based on production and installation lead times.

Reviews and approves vendor and subcontractor invoices, resolving discrepancies.

Oversees completion of all required permits, approvals, and required inspections are scheduled and completed.

Participates in securing new work including developing project approach, project interviewing, and estimating

Where applicable, participate in design coordination that may include scheduling and prioritization, constructability, and value engineering

Maintains regular communication with field engineers and a part-time Superintendent to ensure quality control and adherence to project schedules.

Possesses and maintains thorough knowledge of safety requirements; Ensures guidelines and programs are enforced to maintain a safe and healthy work environment.

Participates in the research and development of new construction materials and methods as required.

Reports on project status regularly through meetings or written correspondence.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

**Please note--Requirements are essential, but preferences have flexibility. **

REQUIREMENTS:

7+ years related experience required with experience as a Project Engineer on heavy civil and transit work.

Exposure on projects at $5 million+ in value.

Ability to understand any and all safety requirements and cautions.

Proficient in Excel and Office Suite.

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Valid Driver’s License required

Travel will be required

PREFERENCES

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience in lieu of.

Basic competence in subordinates’ duties and tasks.

Ability to work independently and as a member of various teams and committees.

Versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasm.

Good judgement with the ability to make timely and sound decisions.

Preference for those who enjoy a collaborative, team-driven work style.

Experience with a wide variety of software and platforms are not required but may help your candidacy which may include the following: Cloud-based collaborative software, Teams, Smartsheet, HeavyJob, HeavyBid, P6, Primavera Cloud, ProCore, etc..

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Ability in supervising and motivating subordinates, or dedicated desire to learn within the framework of a collaborative, employee-owned business model.

Commitment to excellence and high standards.

Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

Ability to manage priorities and workflow.

Developing leadership and business acumen skills.

Ability to effectively communicate with people at all levels and from various backgrounds.

Capacity to forecast and manage costs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. Position requires daily in-person attendance at the workplace.