Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Position Description : We are seeking an experienced Project Manager from the AEC industry, preferably in structural engineering, to manage a multi-million dollar structural engineering project focused on NPC / SPC initiatives with HCAI (formerly OSHPD) in California. This is a hybrid position in our North Orange County office. This position could also be filled with a temporary / contract employee with the option to convert from temporary to regular status in the future.

Ideal Candidate : We are looking for a proactive, detail-oriented project manager with strong leadership and communication skills who is capable of driving complex, high-stakes projects to completion within strict regulatory frameworks.

Company Background : Founded in 1940 and headquartered in San Francisco, Degenkolb Engineers has more than eight decades of commitment to innovation, client service, and life-long learning. We deliver customized structural solutions in a variety of practice areas : healthcare, education, science and technology, forensics, construction engineering, and federal buildings. We address every project need whether those needs are meeting stringent codes, meeting a bottom line, sticking to a hard construction schedule, or developing a structural system that creates a landmark.

Compensation and Benefits : The pay rate for this position, ranges between $123,000 to $164,000 annually. This range is a good faith estimate provided pursuant to pay transparency laws. Actual pay rates will be based on various factors, including education level and candidate qualifications.

Benefits include health and life insurance, commuter benefits, paid parental leave, 401(k) with company Profit Sharing contribution, employee ownership in a privately held stock plan, financial support for professional activities, company holidays, and a generous paid time off program.

Culture : We offer focused professional development within a highly supportive and transparent environment, a flexible hybrid work schedule and a fun office environment! Our firm is highly collaborative and filled with experts who are united by a passion for industry involvement, pride in company ownership, and respect for our personal lives. We also offer opportunities for committee participation and leadership, and a pay scale set at the 75th market percentile. To learn more, please visit our website :

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Job Description : The Project Manager will oversee all phases of project execution, stakeholder coordination, and financial tracking, ensuring successful delivery of project objectives within scope, schedule, and budget.

Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage a firmwide, multi-million dollar structural engineering project related to NPC / SPC compliance in California.
• Coordinate and facilitate meetings with owners, architects, contractors, and other key stakeholders.
• Drive project progress, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, regulatory requirements, and timelines.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive project documentation, schedules, and reports using advanced Excel skills.
• Track and report project financials, budgets, and expenditures.
• Utilize Bluebeam software for document management and collaboration.
• Identify and resolve project issues, risks, and conflicts to maintain momentum and achieve deliverables.

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Application Process : Click the Apply Now button. Please submit your resume and a targeted cover letter describing the alignment of your background with this position and why you are seeking a new position with Degenkolb.

Degenkolb Engineers complies with Equal Opportunity Employer guidelines, meaning we do not discriminate in employment matters on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected class. And we go beyond the laws - we are truly committed to increasing the diversity of our team and we value the different perspectives, skills, and experiences it brings to our firm.