PROJECT MANAGER - PUBLIC WORKS
Deacon Construction · Sacramento, CA ·
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Project Manager – Public Works
Deacon Construction · Sacramento, CA · Full-Time
Deacon Construction is looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong public works background to join our Sacramento team. This is a full-cycle project management role for someone who knows how to navigate publicly funded work, manage complex scopes, and deliver projects to a high standard — whether the owner is a school district, a government agency, or a private developer.
WHO WE ARE
At Deacon, we believe that great projects are built by great people, and great people deserve a place where they are genuinely valued. Our focus is simple: put our people first, build excellent projects, and maintain the long-standing client relationships that have defined our reputation for over 45 years.
We work hard, take pride in what we build, and hold ourselves to a high standard. We also know that the best teams are ones that enjoy showing up every day — and that means taking time to connect, celebrate, and support one another, whether you are in the office or out in the field.
As we continue to grow across the West Coast and Mountain West, we are committed to maintaining the heart of who Deacon is — people who care about their work, their teams, and each other.
WHY JOIN DEACON?
- People-first culture with mentorship, training, and real opportunities for advancement.
- A strong and established presence in Northern California with a diverse portfolio spanning public works, healthcare, education, multifamily, hospitality, and more.
- Stability and growth — privately held, financially strong, and expanding for over 45 years.
- Competitive compensation and a full benefits package.
- A collaborative team environment where you are supported by experienced preconstruction, field, and operations professionals.
- Community involvement through our Deacon Charitable Foundation and Community Engagement Committee.
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Project Manager on Deacon's Sacramento team, you will own the full lifecycle of your projects from preconstruction through closeout. Your primary focus will be publicly funded work — government facilities, schools, and civic projects — where you will manage the unique requirements of public agency contracts, prevailing wage compliance, DSA oversight, and public procurement processes. You will also have the opportunity to run commercial projects across Deacon's broader portfolio, making this a role with real variety and long-term growth potential.
You will partner closely with your Superintendent in the field and work directly with owners, inspectors, architects, and subcontractors to keep every project moving on schedule and on budget. You will represent Deacon with professionalism and take ownership of your projects from day one.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manage all phases of publicly funded and commercial construction projects from preconstruction through closeout.
- Navigate public agency requirements including DSA (Division of the State Architect) oversight, public contract law, and agency-specific owner processes.
- Ensure full compliance with prevailing wage requirements across all projects, including oversight of certified payroll reporting for Deacon and subcontractors.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and look-ahead plans in coordination with the field team.
- Manage subcontractor scoping, buyout, contracts, and day-to-day job performance.
- Process RFIs, submittals, change orders, and owner billings accurately and on time.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with public agency owners, inspectors of record, architects, and trade partners.
- Coordinate with the project Superintendent to ensure alignment between office and field on scope, schedule, and quality.
- Lead project meetings, maintain accurate documentation, and provide regular reporting to ownership and leadership.
- Manage project closeout, including punch list completion, final inspections, DSA closeout, and owner turnover.
- Participate in preconstruction efforts including estimating support, scope review, and project planning.
QUALIFICATIONS
- 5 or more years of project management experience with a commercial general contractor, with a strong emphasis on publicly funded work.
- Demonstrated experience managing projects subject to DSA oversight, public contract law, and prevailing wage requirements in California.
- Familiarity with DIR (Department of Industrial Relations) compliance, certified payroll processes, and public agency owner requirements.
- Experience across one or more of Deacon's core market sectors: Education, Healthcare, Government Facilities, Multifamily and Mixed Use, Hospitality, Retail and Restaurant, Office and Industrial, Senior Living, or Repair and Restoration.
- Strong understanding of construction means and methods, scheduling, cost control, and subcontractor management.
- Excellent communicator and relationship builder — comfortable working directly with public agency owners, inspectors, and design teams.
- Proficiency in Procore or similar project management platforms.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field preferred.
- OSHA 30 certification preferred.
WHAT WE OFFER
Compensation
Competitive salary based on experience
Bonus
Performance-based incentives
Retirement
401(k) with company match
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision & life insurance
Development
Tuition reimbursement & leadership training
Time Off
Sick time and vacation
Career Growth
Promote-from-within culture
If this sounds like the right next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and join a team that values your experience, invests in your growth, and gives you the platform to do the best work of your career.
Deacon Construction, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Deacon Construction maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace.