Project Manager ll

NV5

San Diego, USonsite$145k-$150k/yrPosted Jul 13, 2026
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About the role

Overview:

NV5 is a provider of engineering and consulting services to public and private sector clients, delivering solutions through six business verticals: Testing, Inspection & Consulting; Infrastructure; Utility Services; Environmental Health Sciences; Buildings & Program Management; and Geospatial Technology. With offices nationwide and abroad, NV5 helps clients plan, design, build, test, certify, and operate projects that improve the communities where we live and work.

As engineers, architects, construction/program managers, environmental professionals and beyond, we play a significant role in shaping our communities through the services we provide. We are looking for passionate, driven individuals to join our team focused on Delivering Solutions and Improving Lives.

A Project Manager II provides leadership for and oversight of the design and construction of Power Delivery projects. Works with team to secure, manage, and deliver projects from new and existing clients. Candidates have a level of leadership experience in the field or a relevant specialty, demonstrate ability to understand engineering concepts applicable to the job area, and be interested in continuous learning. NV5 prefers candidates with experience in public utility design and construction, as well as experience with business management.

Responsibilities:

Manages scope, schedule, and budget of individual projects

Works with matrixed team to provide tasks and deliverables on time

Provides clear direction of next steps when needed to design team

Monitors KPI’s, critical path, issues management,

Provides project analysis and metrics for individual projects

Primary point of contact for internal peers

Primary point of contact for client’s internal work teams

Manages construction, procurement, invoice preparation, and project documentation

Continuously build and maintain a network of third-party consultants and vendors

Lead project acquisition efforts including identifying opportunities and working collaboratively with Marketing team in preparing bids and interviews for jobs

Demonstrate a working knowledge of client and industry standards related to design and construction

Create appropriate documentation for change orders

Demonstrate abilities to negotiate solutions to client concerns or project overages

Qualifications:

Valid CA driver’s license

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or relevant field, or equivalent training and experience

At least 6 years of work in a relevant field and position, managing complex technical and/or civil projects

PMP Certification for Distribution or Transmission specialists

Strong skills in MS Office

Positive attitude, ability to work collaboratively

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with scheduling software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera P6

Understanding of financial performance and earned value metrics for a project

Desired Qualifications:

Working knowledge of client and industry design and construction standards desired

Experience in public utility design and construction, natural gas pipelines, water/sewer infrastructure, or electric distribution overhead and underground infrastructure

Metrics:

Evaluation is based, in part on the timely, accurate completion of work

The pay range for this California position is $145,000- $150,000 per year; however, base pay offered may be higher or lower depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience of the candidate. Full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. This information is provided per California Senate Bill 1162. Base pay information is based on market location. Applicants should apply via the NV5 careers site.

NV5 offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, 401(k) and professional development/advancement opportunities.

Compensation

This Project / Program Manager role pays $145k-$150k/yr. Within typical range for project / program manager roles in United States.

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