Head of Project Management (Construction)

About Us McGuire Builders, Inc. is a leading Southern California general contractor specializing in hospitality construction, tenant improvements, and hotel and restaurant renovation projects. With decades of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering projects of exceptional quality, on schedule, and with safety as our top priority.

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Training & development

About Us McGuire Builders, Inc. is a leading Southern California general contractor specializing in hospitality construction, tenant improvements, and hotel and restaurant renovation projects. With decades of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering projects of exceptional quality, on schedule, and with safety as our top priority.

This position is based out of our Torrance office and requires strong leadership, organizational skills, attention to detail, and demonstrated experience managing hotel, restaurant, and tenant improvement construction projects.

Responsibilities Coordinate project efforts among owners, architects, interior designers, engineers, consultants, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal team members

Define project scope, deliverables, budget requirements, and execution plans

Manage projects from preconstruction and turnover through closeout

Develop, maintain, and manage project budgets and cost forecasts

Manage day-to-day project schedules and ensure compliance with contractual requirements

Monitor project costs, schedules, and progress to meet budget and timeline requirements

Administer owner contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, and other project agreements

Manage subcontractor buyout, scope coordination, and contract award processes

Manage change orders, including entitlement review, pricing, documentation, and approval

Review and approve owner and subcontractor applications for payment

Obtain and coordinate required permits, approvals, inspections, and regulatory prerequisites

Negotiate with subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors

Select, manage, and maintain subcontractor and supplier relationships

Forecast the labor, materials, equipment, and other resources required to complete projects successfully

Monitor and measure project cost and schedule performance

Ensure conformance with contracts, construction documents, specifications, and applicable codes

Review submittals, requests for information, change documentation, and project correspondence

Issue regular project updates related to cost, schedule, procurement, risks, and overall progress

Lead owner, architect, contractor, and internal project meetings as required

Collaborate closely with field supervision to coordinate construction activities, sequencing, logistics, safety, and quality control

Identify project risks and proactively develop solutions to prevent delays, cost overruns, and disputes

Manage project closeout, including punch lists, warranties, as-built documents, operation and maintenance manuals, and final completion requirements

Develop and maintain long-term relationships with clients, architects, interior designers, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and vendors

Ensure all projects meet schedule, budget, quality, safety, and contractual obligations

Qualifications Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel and restaurant construction/renovations.

5–7 years of project management experience with a commercial general contracting firm

Proven expertise in tenant improvement, hotel, restaurant, and hospitality construction or renovation projects

Hospitality construction experience required

BA/BS degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project

Experience with Sage 100 Contractor, Procore, Bluebeam, or similar construction management software is preferred

Ability to manage multiple projects or complex project phases simultaneously

Strong subcontractor buyout, contract administration, and negotiation skills

Strong written and verbal English communication skills

Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods, engineering principles, architectural plans, and building systems

Ability to develop and manage budgets, schedules, procurement plans, and project cost controls

Strong leadership, decision-making, and team management skills

Ability to work effectively under pressure and manage competing deadlines

Comfortable reading and interpreting blueprints, drawings, specifications, contracts, and technical documents

Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with owners, design professionals, subcontractors, field personnel, and company leadership

What We Offer Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and 401(k)

Career growth opportunities within a well-established and respected construction firm