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Uprite Construction

Builds commercial and industrial properties

Project Manager

Full-Time
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Irvine, CA, USA
In Person
Architecture & Civil EngineeringConstruction Management

About the job

Requirements
  • Five or more years of project management experience with a commercial general contractor.
  • Proven experience managing ground-up commercial construction projects.
  • Experience managing industrial, warehouse, manufacturing, distribution, office, retail, or other commercial projects.
  • Strong understanding of project budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, contracts, and cost control.
  • Experience managing projects from preconstruction through final completion.
  • Proficiency with Procore, Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Microsoft Office, or similar construction software.
  • A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
  • Manage commercial ground-up construction projects from award through final closeout.
  • Lead project planning, scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and execution.
  • Develop and maintain project schedules to ensure milestone and completion dates are achieved.
  • Prepare, manage, and forecast project budgets, cost reports, and financial performance.
  • Review drawings, specifications, contracts, and project documents for accuracy and completeness.
  • Negotiate and manage subcontractor agreements and purchase orders.
  • Lead project meetings with owners, architects, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
  • Manage Requests for Information, submittals, change orders, and project documentation.
  • Identify project risks early and implement solutions to maintain schedule and budget.
  • Partner closely with Superintendents to coordinate field operations and resolve project challenges.
  • Maintain client relationships while providing customer service.
  • Ensure compliance with safety requirements, company standards, and quality expectations.
  • Coordinate project turnover and closeout documentation.
Desired Qualifications
  • Tilt-up construction experience is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with tilt-up industrial facilities, manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, warehouse construction, commercial office buildings, tenant improvements, concrete structures, or structural steel construction.

About the company

Uprite Construction builds commercial and industrial properties for developers and businesses, handling ground-up buildings and changes to existing space. Its work spans site development, ground-up construction, renovations, and tenant improvements, where interiors are fitted to an occupant's needs. The Advantech North American headquarters project in Tustin combines a six-story office tower with an industrial building and warehouse space. As a general contractor, Uprite coordinates field work and subcontractors under construction contracts, from preconstruction planning through project closeout. Founded in 1991, the privately held company is headquartered in Irvine, California.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Irvine, CA

Founded

1991

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What believers are saying

  • Uprite's Irvine Assistant Project Manager has published pay: the advertised salary is $90,000-$110,000.
  • Uprite's Irvine Traveling Superintendent includes retirement support: its advertised safe harbor 401(k) plan has quarterly company matching.
  • Southern California-based Uprite Traveling Superintendents receive travel support: the SoCal posting provides per diem for travel assignments.

What critics are saying

  • Uprite's cold-storage Traveling Superintendent requires extended absences: the fully traveling role covers assignments anywhere in the United States.
  • Uprite's Merced Superintendent role restricts applicants: California residency and onsite presence throughout the assignment are required.
  • Uprite's Boise Project Manager faces extra compliance work: government projects require additional documentation, reporting, and contract procedures.

What makes Uprite Construction unique

  • Uprite links regional teams: its Uprite One initiative unifies more than 150 staff nationally.
  • Uprite has multiple Tesla projects: its portfolio lists Fort Worth, Flower Mound, and San Diego sites.
  • Uprite spans storage markets: its portfolio includes StorNow in Cape Coral and JustStorage in Indianapolis.

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