Pipeline Project Manager (Heavy Civil) at Southland Search Group Thousand Oaks, CA - Southland Search Group : Job Details

Pipeline Project Manager (Heavy Civil) job at Southland Search Group. Thousand Oaks, CA.

Company: Confidential (represented by Southland Search Group)

Location : Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village, CA

Work Authorization: Only considering applicants who are authorized to work in the U.S. and do not require current or future sponsorship.

About the Company:

A major general contractor with a strong presence in the western U.S. and deep expertise in large-scale infrastructure delivery. The company is currently leading a multi-hundred-million-dollar design-build pipeline project in Southern California, spanning more than 20 miles of underground work through city streets. With a focus on high-impact public works and self-perform execution, the firm offers long-term project stability, a strong project team, and the opportunity to help shape one of the region's most significant water infrastructure efforts.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Pipeline Project Manager for a long-term pipeline infrastructure project based in the Thousand Oaks/Westlake Village area. This individual will report directly to the Project Director and manage all phases of construction over the course of a multi-year effort. Candidates with wet utility, storm drain, or water/wastewater pipeline experience are strongly encouraged to apply.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage construction of approximately 20 miles of underground pipeline through urban/city environments.
• Oversee project scheduling, budgeting, and coordination with self-perform crews and subcontractors.
• Lead project planning, startup, and preconstruction deliverables in coordination with the Project Director.
• Administer RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
• Coordinate traffic control plans and manage interface with public agencies and city inspectors.
• Lead weekly field coordination meetings and interface with design teams, utilities, and stakeholders.
• Track productivity, manage cost reporting, and ensure safety compliance across field operations.
• Resolve technical and logistical challenges to maintain progress, quality, and schedule.
• Mentor and develop field engineers, superintendents, and support staff.
• Support integration with design-build teams and contribute to constructability input.

Qualifications/Preference:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred
• 7+ years of experience in heavy civil construction, preferably in pipeline or underground wet utility scopes
• 4+ years of experience in a project management role
• Experience with traffic control planning, MOT, and managing work in active city streets
• Familiarity with large public works or infrastructure projects (water, wastewater, storm drain, etc.)
• Design-build experience is a plus but not required
• Strong communication, cost tracking, and coordination skills
• Local to the Los Angeles area
• Proficiency with project management software (Procore, Primavera P6, MS Office, etc.)

This is a confidential search conducted by our firm. If you're interested, reach out to [email protected] or call at (951) ###-#### for a private discussion.