Legal Jobs in Spring Valley, CA
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Our mission is to provide high quality legal services in a cost-effective manner and to act as strategic thinking partners for our client and customers. To succeed, we need self-starters who are agile, creative, collaborative, strategic, passionate, and communicative.
Karen D. Wood & Associates, insurance staff counsel for State Farm Insurance Companies, is seeking a Paralegal to join the San Diego, California Claim Litigation office. While every day can provide different experiences and opportunities, a Paralegal supports attorneys with drafting, serving, and responding to discovery, as well as trial preparation. The office allows for collaborative environments with experienced peer mentors. There are no billable hours in this opportunity. This role provides diversity of work and the opportunity for career development. This role will interact with clients, experts, and witnesses throughout the litigation process. The position is classified as a hybrid role, meaning that the work arrangement calls for hours in the office and virtually. Everyone in a hybrid role is required to spend time in the office. Work arrangements could change over time based on business needs. Hours for the position are Monday-Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM or 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.
LOCATION: 3131 Camino del Rio North, San Diego, CA
The team is comprised of multiple roles and levels including Legal Administrative Support, Legal Secretary, and Paralegal.
Paralegal responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assist attorneys in discovery and pre-trial matters under attorney supervision
- Assist attorneys in handling assigned case files and delivering other legal services under attorney supervision
- Prepare cases for court appearances, depositions, and trial including contacting experts and clients
- Involvement with medical record collection, medical record and billing summaries, and medical chronologies
- Draft motions and pleadings
Qualifications
Please only apply for this position if you meet the minimum requirements.
Previous experience required
- 2 + years of recent civil litigation experience, preferably insurance defense or personal injury
- Prior paralegal experience, litigation
- Background in drafting discovery responses, trial preparation, and drafting motions/pleadings
- Familiarity with California court rules and procedures
- Experience reviewing medical records and preparing medical chronologies
Key skills required
- Strong organizational skills, ability to work independently, prioritize workload, multi-task in a fast-paced environment, and communicate effectively
- Strong written communication skills, attention to detail
Technology/software experience required
- Strong software/technical skills
- Experience using Evermap and/or Adobe Bookmarking
- Working knowledge of a Case Management system
- Working Knowledge of a Document Storage system
Education requirements including licensing and certifications
- Prior litigation or paralegal experience, paralegal degree/certificate/certification, medical training, or relevant coursework or legal studies degree
- Candidates must meet the California Business & Professions Code 6450 for paralegals requirements
Additional Details
- Applicants are required to be eligible to lawfully work in the U.S. immediately. State Farm will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work opportunities.
- For Los Angeles candidates: Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories.
- For San Francisco candidates: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. #
Our Benefits
Because work-life balance is a priority at State Farm, compensation is based on our standard 38:45-hour work week!
- Potential starting salary range: $59,291.38 - $91,000.00
- Starting salary will be based on skills, background, and experience
- High end of the range limited to applicants with significant relevant experience
- Potential yearly incentive pay up to 15% of base salary
At State Farm, we offer more than just a paycheck. Check out our suite of benefits designed to give you the flexibility you need to take care of you and your family!
- Get Paid! On top of our competitive pay, you are eligible for an annual raise and bonus.
- Stay Well! Focus on you and your family’s health with our robust health and wellbeing programs. State Farm pays most of your healthcare premium, and we offer multiple healthcare plan options, including a high deductible plan. All medical plans provide 100% coverage for in-network preventative care, AND you and your family have access to vision, dental, telemedicine, 24/7 mental health professionals, and much more!
- Develop and Grow! Take advantage of educational benefits like industry leading training programs, top-notch tuition assistance programs, employee resource groups, and mentoring.
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- Take a Little “You” Time! You will have access to our generous time off policies designed so you can plan around holidays, family events, volunteering, or just to take a relaxing day off. With the opportunity to initially earn up to 20 days annually plus parental leave, paid holidays, celebration day, life leave (40 hours/year), bereavement leave, and community service/education support days, there will be plenty of time for you!
- Give Back! We offer several ways to give back through our Matching Gift Program, Good Neighbor Grant Program, and the Employee Assistance Fund.
- Finish Strong! Plan for retirement using free financial advisors and a 401(k) plan with company contributions of up to 7% of your salary.
Visit our State Farm Careers page for more information on our benefits, locations, and the hiring process of joining the State Farm team!
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PandoLogic. Keywords: Paralegal, Location: La Mesa, CA - 91942
- Both Overview Information Systems Technicians, Cryptologic Technician Networks, and Intelligence Specialists keep the Fleet connected, informed, and secure by operating and defending networks, conducting cyber operations, and producing intelligence for decision makers across the Navy.
Key Responsibilities As an Information Systems Technician, design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations; as a Cryptologic Technician Networks specialist, conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track adversary activity, and help protect Navy networks and critical systems; as an Intelligence Specialist, collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.
What to Expect High tempo, mission critical work supporting around the clock operations and watch floors; mix of help desk and user support, network and systems administration, incident response, and planned maintenance; continuous learning in cyber tools, network defense, signals analysis, and intelligence production; strict requirements for handling classified information and complying with security and information assurance standards; shift work, duty rotations, and deployments afloat and ashore.
Work Environment Worldwide assignments ashore at information warfare and intelligence commands and afloat on ships, aircraft, or submarines; work in secure facilities, server rooms, operations centers, and shipboard communications spaces; close teamwork within information warfare and intelligence teams and with supported operational units.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Class A School in an information warfare specialty, such as IT or CTN at information warfare training sites and IS at intelligence training commands; advanced C schools and follow on training in areas such as cyber operations, network defense, digital forensics, signals analysis, targeting, imagery, language, and mission systems; progressive advancement based on qualifications, performance, and warfare pins such as Information Warfare and platform specific warfare designations.
Direct enlistment into IT, CTN, or IS pipelines from civilian life based on aptitude, security clearance eligibility, and Navy needs; in service conversion opportunities for qualified Sailors who meet screening criteria and community requirements; Reserve accession pathways for prior service or qualified civilian professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by law and policy, with most billets requiring citizenship; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; strong interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work; eligibility for a security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level depending on the billet.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
- Both Overview Information Systems Technicians, Cryptologic Technician Networks, and Intelligence Specialists keep the Fleet connected, informed, and secure by operating and defending networks, conducting cyber operations, and producing intelligence for decision makers across the Navy.
Key Responsibilities As an Information Systems Technician, design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations; as a Cryptologic Technician Networks specialist, conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track adversary activity, and help protect Navy networks and critical systems; as an Intelligence Specialist, collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.
What to Expect High tempo, mission critical work supporting around the clock operations and watch floors; mix of help desk and user support, network and systems administration, incident response, and planned maintenance; continuous learning in cyber tools, network defense, signals analysis, and intelligence production; strict requirements for handling classified information and complying with security and information assurance standards; shift work, duty rotations, and deployments afloat and ashore.
Work Environment Worldwide assignments ashore at information warfare and intelligence commands and afloat on ships, aircraft, or submarines; work in secure facilities, server rooms, operations centers, and shipboard communications spaces; close teamwork within information warfare and intelligence teams and with supported operational units.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Recruit Training followed by Class A School in an information warfare specialty, such as IT or CTN at information warfare training sites and IS at intelligence training commands; advanced C schools and follow on training in areas such as cyber operations, network defense, digital forensics, signals analysis, targeting, imagery, language, and mission systems; progressive advancement based on qualifications, performance, and warfare pins such as Information Warfare and platform specific warfare designations.
Direct enlistment into IT, CTN, or IS pipelines from civilian life based on aptitude, security clearance eligibility, and Navy needs; in service conversion opportunities for qualified Sailors who meet screening criteria and community requirements; Reserve accession pathways for prior service or qualified civilian professionals when manning needs allow.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: United States citizenship or equivalent status as allowed by law and policy, with most billets requiring citizenship; high school diploma or equivalent; at least 17 years of age; strong interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work; eligibility for a security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level depending on the billet.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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Job Title: Legal Assistant-Patent Litigation
Location: San Diego, 92121
Salary/Payrate: $85K-$115K (some flexibility)
Work Environment: Hybrid, (3 days in office/2 remote)
Term: Direct Hire
Bachelor's degree required: No
Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired
JOB DESCRIPTION
Legal Assistant – Patent Litigation
Summary
Our client, an esteemed international law firm, is seeking a Legal Assistant – Patent Litigation to provide high-level legal and administrative support to attorneys. This role serves as a trusted partner in managing day-to-day operations, coordinating casework, and facilitating communication across clients and internal teams. The position is critical to ensuring efficient, accurate, and seamless support of a fast-paced patent litigation practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Case & Workflow Management: Coordinate, track, and execute tasks, deadlines, and litigation projects
- Communication: Serve as primary point of contact for attorneys, clients, and internal teams
- Team Support: Delegate, oversee, and collaborate with legal support staff; provide guidance and feedback
- Document Management: Draft, edit, proofread, and manage legal documents and filings
- Research & Preparation: Conduct research and compile materials for cases, briefings, and presentations
- Meetings & Logistics: Organize meetings, prepare agendas/materials, and manage follow-ups
- Billing & Admin: Oversee billing processes, prebills, expenses, and time entry
- Calendar & Travel: Manage complex scheduling, priorities, and travel arrangements
Skills & Competencies
- Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities
- High attention to detail with sound judgment and discretion
- Proactive, adaptable, and solution-oriented
- Ability to manage priorities in fast-paced legal environments
- Collaborative with strong interpersonal skills
Technical Skills
- Proficient in legal software, case management, and research tools
- Advanced Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with document management and billing systems
- Familiar with virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Teams) and AI tools
Education & Experience
- High school diploma required; bachelor's preferred
- 5+ years in legal or executive administrative support
- Experience supporting attorneys or senior leadership preferred
NEW IN - Insurance Defense Litigation Associate - Up to $230k | Los Angeles (Torrance) | Hybrid/Remote Flexible | Growth Opportunity
About the Firm & Opportunity
Join a respected Southern California insurance defense firm with a strong reputation for defending prestigious clients—including major public entities and national brands—in complex, high-stakes liability matters.
Highlights
- Sophisticated Defense Work — Handle premises liability, transportation, construction defect, product liability, and general liability claims for high-profile clients
- Hands-On Litigation — Own cases from start to finish: discovery, depositions, motions, hearings, mediations, trial prep
- Flexible Work Options — Hybrid for juniors (3 days/week in Torrance); fully remote possible for experienced hires
- Client Prestige — Represent major public entities and national companies in high-exposure litigation
- Career Growth — Partner track for top performers; supportive team with mentorship and advancement
- Prime Location — Torrance (South Bay LA area) with easy access to greater Los Angeles
The Role
- Defend insureds and self-insured entities in civil liability claims
- Handle full case lifecycle: pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, settlement negotiations
- Appear at court hearings, arbitrations, and trials
- Collaborate with partners on strategy and client communication
Compensation & Perks
- Up to $230k (DOE; strong for market level)
- Bonus potential + comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.)
Must-Haves
- 2+ years of insurance defense litigation experience
- Active California Bar license
- JD from an accredited law school (top 100 preferred)
- Strong litigation fundamentals: research, drafting, discovery, case management
- Client-facing demeanor and collaborative mindset
This is a rare chance for junior/mid-level defense litigators to gain meaningful courtroom responsibility, work with prestigious clients, and build a long-term career in a respected LA-area practice with flexibility and support.
Apply Confidentially
- Email resume:
- Book a quick, no-obligation chat: inquiries strictly confidential.
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
NEW | Workers’ Comp Defense Attorney (2–10+ yrs) | Partner Track | Remote/Hybrid (CA) | High-Impact Docket | Up to $400k total comp
Multiple offices in California - hybrid and or 100% Remote
Practice: Workers' compensation
Highlights:
- True Partner Track: Clear path to non-equity partner in ~6 years; attorneys with a portable book can be compensated like partners from day one.
- Monthly Upside: $1,000 bonus for meeting billable hrs/month the prior month + $40 for every hour over 225. High performers have exceeded $300k–$400k total comp.
- Flex Built-In: Fully remote or hybrid options; statewide team and modern, AI-enabled electronic case management keep workflows tight.
- Meaningful Matters: Diverse WC defense docket (typically 15–25 matters/month per client like Amazon, UC, Star Insurance) plus unique work (aviation, sports, jurisdictional issues).
- Low Red Tape, High Support: Statewide platform without politics—room to build your niche, pursue WC specialization (firm supports certification), and advance on merit.
The Work
- Manage a high-volume WC defense docket (target ability to handle ~70 cases with proper systems/support).
- Appear at WCABs across California; handle discovery, depositions, law & motion, mediations, trials.
- Collaborate with claims professionals, employers, and TPA partners to drive timely, optimal outcomes.
What You’ll Bring
- Experience: 2–10 years in workers’ comp defense preferred (will consider sharp new admits or re-tooling candidates—including DBA backgrounds).
- Tools & Tempo: Comfort with electronic/AI-assisted case management; organized, proactive, and calm under a busy calendar.
- Market Insight: Bay Area, Fresno/Central Valley, or Westside/Santa Monica familiarity a plus.
- BD Curiosity: Interest/ability to develop business (the comp model rewards it).
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: Competitive
- Bonuses: $1,000 for hitting billables
- Benefits: Medical & dental (HMO/PPO options), 401(k) (wide investment menu; currently no match).
Flex & Location
Remote or Hybrid—your choice. Offices statewide for court days, collaboration, and community.
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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
Company Description
MADRAZO VILLARREAL APC is a law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services to its clients in a professional and client-focused environment. The firm specializes in multiple areas of law, delivering tailored legal strategies to meet the unique needs of its clients. Located in Chula Vista, CA, the firm takes pride in its commitment to excellence, legal expertise, and integrity. People seeking opportunities to contribute to a dynamic and collaborative team will find a fulfilling career path with MADRAZO VILLARREAL APC.
Role Description
This is a full-time, on-site role for an Associate Attorney located in Chula Vista, CA. The Associate Attorney will handle tasks including providing legal advice, conducting legal research, drafting and reviewing legal documents, and representing clients in various matters. The role requires a deep understanding of civil and immigration law, as well as working with clients through negotiation and dispute resolution processes. The Associate Attorney will work closely with a team of professionals to provide excellent legal support while upholding the firm’s high standards.
Qualifications
- Strong foundation in Law
- Proficiency in Legal Advice and efficient Legal Research skills
- Experience and skill in Negotiation within legal and business contexts
- Excellent written and oral communication skills for clear and effective client and team interactions
- Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Bar admission in the state of California
- 1-3 years of relevant legal experience is preferred
AMLAW 100 - Employment Defense Litigator | Hybrid/Remote (SoCal offices) | $100k–$275k + Bonus + Top Benefits
We’re partnering with a national, full-service litigation platform (Fortune 100 client base) that’s growing its management-side Employment, Labor & Workforce Management practice. This is a defense-side opportunity with hybrid flexibility from Southern California offices — and a genuinely strong environment for mentorship, development, and long-term progression.
Highlights
- Management-Side Employment Litigation + Counseling — Wage & hour, discrimination, retaliation, wrongful termination, Title VII, ADEA, FMLA, ADA + related state laws
- Full Litigation Exposure — Take cases from start to finish: pleadings, motions/briefs, ESI review, witness interviews, depositions, hearings, and client-facing work
- Advisory/Counseling Work (a plus) — workplace accommodations, employee relations, mitigation of risk, RIFs, employment agreements, policies/handbooks
- Inclusive, Nationally Recognized Platform — strong track record of recruiting, retaining, and promoting diverse attorneys
- Remote Flexibility + Strong Benefits — generous benefits package + discretionary bonus eligibility
The Role
- Handle all aspects of employment litigation (defense-side / management-side)
- Draft pleadings, dispositive motions, briefs, and discovery responses
- Conduct and defend depositions; attend court appearances and mediations
- Advise employer clients on workplace law and risk reduction (where applicable)
Compensation
- Up to $275,000 depending on experience
- Actual comp depends on experience, skills, and location; may fall above/below stated ranges.
Must-Haves
- Active California Bar (mandatory)
- Strong employment law foundation (federal + state)
- Excellent writing + communication (strong academics preferred)
- Litigation experience across motions, depositions, court work, and client interaction
- (3+ years preferred; open to all levels with the right background.)
Apply Confidentially:
Email resume:
Book a quick call: working/work at home options are available for this role.
Senior Associate Attorney
Clarkson has been certified as a Great Place to Work® for 2025 to 2026!
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled, motivated, and ambitious Senior Associate with a passion for mission-driven work, to join our dynamic legal team, specializing in complex consumer class actions. The Senior Associate will be responsible for managing a caseload involving complex legal issues surrounding emerging technology, AI, data privacy and misuse, as well as other complex consumer class actions. Candidates must possess excellent writing skills, with the ability to draft clear, persuasive, and well-structured briefs, motions, and memoranda that require minimal editing, as well as the ability to independently take depositions, present oral arguments, and argue motions. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling key dispositive motions, including motions for summary judgment and motions for class certification, and the ability to independently manage major phases of class action litigation. This is an opportunity to be mentored by industry thought leaders, to creatively pursue interesting cases, and to champion causes that meaningfully impact ordinary people’s lives and the world.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
· Evaluating new cases; preparing and reviewing case proposals
· Conducting legal research
· Developing and recommending case strategy
· Drafting motions and briefs in file-ready form
· Overseeing filing process for motions and briefs
· Preparing, finalizing, and serving stipulations, discovery letters, joint statements, and proposed orders
· Corresponding with co-counsel, opposing counsel, court personnel, and clients as necessary
· Drafting, propounding, reviewing, and responding to discovery; managing discovery disputes
· Preparing for and taking/defending depositions
· Attending mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
· Taking argument at mediation, arbitration, and court hearings
· Attending and/or leading team and firm meetings
· Adhering to all deadlines (internal and court mandated)
· Administrative duties as they relate to the practice of law
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
· 5+ years of Litigation Experience
· CA Bar Admission Required.
· Proficiency in Microsoft Office required
· CA bar exam if licensed in other states
Skills and Abilities
· Strong writing, legal research, and analytical skills
· Proactive thinker, self-sufficient
· Strong leadership, team management, and organizational skills
· Strong oral advocacy and negotiation skills
· Ability to handle a wide variety of legal matters
· Adherence to all deadlines
· Effective time management
· Committed to superior client service
· Familiarity with e-filing preferred
Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.
JT Wimsatt Contracting Co, Inc., a building industry leader, founded in 1992, delivering projects with superior quality, on time and within budget for our clients. JT Wimsatt serves both public and private sector clients with a range of commercial, industrial, residential, government and specialty construction projects.
We are currently seeking a Project Manager for our San Diego location to provide overall management and assume full responsibility for assigned projects and interface with Client/Owner. Reports to Project Executive. Construction experience is a MUST, with a background in structural concrete highly preferred.
Our Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision and more
- Basic employee-only health plan and basic life insurance is free to employees
- Competitive salary
- Bonus opportunities
- 401k plan with company match
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- Excellent PTO program, including 8 paid holidays
Duties and Responsibilities
- Works as a team with Project Superintendent.
- Manage assigned Project Engineers
- Ensures the project is planned and staffed according to the budget
- Regularly walk job sites to monitor production and constantly implement improvements.
- Hold weekly meetings with the Project Team to review project data and ensure successful completion
- Plans overall construction schedule
- Tracks project as-built schedule
- Implementation of JTW Project Control Systems.
- Establish project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within company policy.
- Manage and be responsible for financial aspects of contracts by ensuring that pricing is completed timely and collected timely from client.
- Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of site superintendents to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget; investigate & resolve risks to profitability.
- Provide strong leadership and guidance to field and site superintendents.
- Initiate and maintain liaison with client/owner and A/E contacts, to facilitate construction activities.
- Participate as requested in the marketing, estimating, bidding and contract negotiations phases of assigned projects.
- Prepares and submits monthly, weekly progress reports and cost reports.
- Represent company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc. as required.
- Review and approve all purchases and ensure Purchase Order/Buy Out process is followed.
- Performs other tasks as directed by supervisor.
Position Requirements
- Structural concrete construction experience is a MUST
- B.S. degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, or relative field
- 8+ years or more experience in managing projects
- Thorough knowledge of contract documents, materials, equipment utilization, scheduling systems/computer software, productivity analysis, construction operations, and cash flow procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential.
- Computer literate with Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Vista Viewpoint and Primavera software.
- Periodically travel around Southern California.
- Upon hire all candidates must provide proof of legal right to work in the United States and pass a background check, drug screen and physical. No sponsorship available at this time.
