Construction Project Manager
Location: San Diego, CA - candidates must be able to travel within Southern CA to be considered
Role Overview:
The CPM is responsible for leading residential retrofit and remodel projects from planning through completion. This role requires a proactive leader who can support and manage effectively, ensure work is compliant with residential codes, and stakeholders are kept informed. The CPM must demonstrate trustworthiness, responsiveness, and a sincere commitment to community engagement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and oversee residential efficiency and electrification retrofit projects from planning through completion.
- Manage contractor relationships, ensuring accountability, quality, and adherence to timelines and budgets.
- Assist in preparing and finalizing each participant’s scope of work.
- Review and interpret residential building codes to ensure all work meets regulatory standards.
- Conduct site visits, site inspections, and progress evaluations.
- Work closely with installers to manage installation and QA/QC processes.
- Communicate clearly and consistently with stakeholders, including homeowners, contractors, and internal teams.
- Manage incentive layering coordination, follow-up surveys, and continuous improvement practices.
- Identify and resolve project issues and risks proactively.
- Support program participation efforts by building trust with clients and explaining project scope and benefits.
- Maintain accurate project documentation and reporting.
- Travel Requirements: Must have a reliable vehicle for up to 25% local throughout Southern CA (Counties include: Los Angeles, Riverside, Imperial, San Diego, San Bernadino, and Orange) for site visits (mileage reimbursement included)
What you will be doing:
- Contractor management and oversight
- Project planning and initiation
- Project scheduling, execution, and monitoring
- Project budgeting and cost compliance
- Project closeout and documentation
- Coordination and communication
Expected Outcomes:
- Effective project execution and contractor coordination
- Positive stakeholder engagement and accountability
- Timely resolution of issues on projects
- Consistent communication on project scope, benefits, and next steps
- Greater transparency and alignment with community needs
What we need you to have (minimum qualifications):
- Bachelor’s degree (or applicants can substitute one year of related experience for one year of education)
- 5+ years of professional experience in the fields of Construction Management, Residential Building Retrofits, Energy Efficiency Upgrades, HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical and/or a related field
- Must have a valid driver’s license and successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Records (MVR) check
What we would like you to have (preferred qualifications):
- Bilingual or multilingual proficiency
- Contractor State License Board (CSLB) License
- Certification with BPI, LEED, USGBC or other energy efficiency and building science organizations
- Familiarity with energy efficiency or electrification practices in construction
- Degree in Construction Management, Mechanical Engineering, Project Management or related discipline
Bot and Third-Party Applications
Please note that this application must be submitted directly by the applicant for consideration. Failure to do so may result in the application being excluded for consideration. Applicants needing an accommodation for disability or religious purposes in connection with the application process should contact for assistance.
Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location, education and certifications as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.
The pay range for this position based on full-time employment is:
$89,261.00 - $151,744.00
California Remote Office (CA99)