Senior Technical Project Manager Hillside & Structural Construction

Summary

Our client is an established construction contractor seeking a highly experienced Senior Technical Project Manager to oversee complex residential design-build projects throughout Los Angeles, CA . This position requires advanced technical expertise in structural hillside construction, masonry, concrete, hardscape, drainage, grading, excavation, and retaining wall systems , along with the ability to independently manage high-value construction projects from initial handoff through completion.

The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of hands-on construction experience and a proven background managing technically demanding residential projects, including individual projects valued at $500,000 or more . This is a senior, field-based role requiring strong construction knowledge, exceptional client communication, subcontractor oversight, and the ability to resolve complex technical issues with minimal supervision.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Technical Project Management & Construction Oversight

  • Manage the technical execution of complex residential design-build construction projects.

  • Oversee projects involving structural hillside work, retaining walls, concrete, masonry, and hardscape.

  • Review project scopes, engineering plans, site conditions, and construction specifications.

  • Evaluate project feasibility, constructability, and technical requirements before construction begins.

  • Identify potential construction challenges and develop practical solutions.

  • Independently manage complex projects while maintaining quality, schedule, and profitability.

  • Provide technical direction to subcontractors and construction personnel.

  • Coordinate with engineering professionals and inspectors to resolve field conditions.

• Hillside, Civil & Structural Construction

  • Evaluate site conditions involving slopes, drainage, grading, excavation, and structural stability.

  • Review retaining wall locations, heights, angles, and construction requirements.

  • Coordinate construction details involving drainage systems, culverts, riprap, and pipe-and-board installations.

  • Oversee technical requirements for structural concrete, masonry, stucco, waterproofing, and hardscape systems.

  • Review civil and structural drawings, geotechnical reports, and engineering recommendations.

  • Identify conflicts between plans and actual site conditions.

  • Coordinate technical corrections with engineers, inspectors, and permitting professionals.

  • Ensure construction activities comply with approved plans and project specifications.

• Client Communication & Project Relationships

  • Serve as the primary client contact throughout the project lifecycle.

  • Conduct initial project introductions, preconstruction meetings, and site walkthroughs.

  • Establish clear expectations regarding project scope, schedule, and construction requirements.

  • Provide proactive project updates and communicate upcoming milestones.

  • Address technical questions and explain construction solutions to homeowners and project stakeholders.

  • Resolve client concerns professionally and promptly.

  • Maintain strong relationships with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and clients.

  • Ensure clients receive timely communication regarding project changes, delays, or technical concerns.

• Project Scheduling & Progress Management

  • Manage project progression from initial handoff through construction completion.

  • Establish project schedules, milestones, and action items.

  • Coordinate subcontractor availability, material requirements, and construction sequencing.

  • Monitor project progress and identify delays or operational constraints.

  • Ensure all active projects have clear next steps and assigned responsibilities.

  • Address stalled projects and escalate significant risks when necessary.

  • Maintain accurate project status updates in construction management systems.

  • Coordinate timely completion, billing readiness, and project closeout activities.

• Subcontractor Coordination & Quality Control

  • Coordinate subcontractors regarding project scopes, schedules, site access, and construction expectations.

  • Review subcontractor work against approved plans and specifications.

  • Ensure subcontractors understand technical requirements before mobilization.

  • Monitor workmanship, progress, and milestone completion.

  • Identify quality concerns and coordinate corrective actions.

  • Resolve subcontractor issues and maintain accountability for project performance.

  • Support subcontractor pricing and preconstruction buyout activities.

  • Ensure subcontractor costs and scope requirements support project profitability.

• Preconstruction, Estimating & Production Coordination

  • Review sales handoffs, site documentation, photographs, videos, and project plans.

  • Identify missing technical details and clarify project requirements before construction begins.

  • Coordinate with sales personnel to improve project scoping and estimating accuracy.

  • Review subcontractor pricing and identify potential cost or scope discrepancies.

  • Evaluate project risks affecting construction feasibility, scheduling, and gross margins.

  • Support the transition of approved projects into construction execution.

  • Participate in production meetings and provide updates regarding technical project challenges.

• Process Improvement & Team Development

  • Develop construction checklists, technical standards, and project documentation procedures.

  • Support improvements to sales-to-production handoff processes.

  • Assist with implementation of CRM and project management systems.

  • Mentor Project Coordinators and field personnel regarding construction standards.

  • Develop training materials and technical resources for the production team.

  • Promote consistent project execution, communication, and quality standards.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Required Experience

  • Minimum 15 years of hands-on experience in masonry, concrete, hillside, hardscape, and related construction work.

  • Extensive experience in high-end residential design-build construction ; commercial-only experience is not sufficient.

  • Proven ability to independently manage technically complex construction projects.

  • Experience delivering individual projects valued at $500,000 or more .

  • Strong experience coordinating subcontractors, engineers, inspectors, and construction personnel.

  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple active projects simultaneously.

  • Experience communicating directly with homeowners and sophisticated construction clients.

  • Previous experience in a senior project management or construction business ownership role.

• Technical & Construction Skills

  • Advanced knowledge of structural hillside construction, retaining walls, slope stability, grading, drainage, and excavation .

  • Experience with pipe-and-board systems, V-ditches, sump pumps, and related drainage systems.

  • Strong understanding of structural concrete, CMU, brick, stone masonry, stucco, waterproofing, and hardscape.

  • Ability to interpret civil and structural plans, geotechnical reports, and engineering specifications.

  • Knowledge of residential construction sequencing, site access, and technical project coordination.

  • Ability to identify constructability concerns and develop practical solutions.

  • Experience reviewing subcontractor scopes, pricing, and technical requirements.

  • Familiarity with CRM systems and construction project management software.

• Professional Skills

  • Excellent technical judgment and problem-solving abilities.

  • Strong client communication and relationship management skills.

  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Confident and professional when communicating with engineers, inspectors, subcontractors, and homeowners.

  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects, schedules, and competing priorities.

  • Strong leadership and subcontractor management capabilities.

  • Commitment to construction quality, accountability, and client satisfaction.

• Preferred Education & Experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related discipline , or equivalent extensive construction experience.

  • Previous experience as a Senior Project Manager, Technical Project Manager, Production Manager, General Contractor, or specialty construction business owner.

  • Experience developing construction processes, technical standards, and training materials.

  • Background managing high-value residential hillside and structural construction projects.

  • Experience coordinating directly with geotechnical, structural, and civil engineers.

• Work Environment & Location

  • Los Angeles, CA – Onsite and Field-Based .

  • Must reside in the greater Los Angeles area .

  • Full-time position requiring regular visits to active construction sites.

  • Ability to conduct field walkthroughs, inspections, client meetings, and technical project reviews.

 

Employment Type: Full time Location: Los Angeles, CA