Sr. Project Manager

Job Description

Diocese of Orange, Pastoral Center

POSITION TITLE: Sr. Project Manager

JOB CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

DEPARTMENT/PROGRAM: Office of Real Estate and Construction

REPORTS TO: Director of Real Estate and Construction

SCHEDULE: Monday – Friday, occasional weekends and evenings

PAY RANGE: $145K - $170K

based on experience, education and qualifications.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: Third-party project management consultants and

other assigned construction personnel

PRIMARY PURPOSE:

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for managing the design, planning, and execution

of capital construction projects across the Diocese. This includes oversight of third-party

project management consultants, ensuring alignment with Diocesan standards,

schedules, and budgets. The position provides strategic leadership throughout the

project lifecycle—from preconstruction to final completion—with a focus on efficiency,

quality, and mission alignment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Because all Diocese of Orange employees represent the Roman

Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and

mission of the Church in performing their work.

• Lead, manage, and coordinate construction projects from feasibility and design

through construction and closeout.

• Supervise and evaluate third-party project management consultants for performance,

alignment with scope, and adherence to Diocesan procedures.

• Develop project budgets, schedules, scopes of work, and phasing plans; provide

ongoing cost and progress tracking.

• Direct and monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with plans,

specifications, building codes, and safety regulations.

• Coordinate and facilitate preconstruction planning with architects, civil engineers,

internal staff, and Diocesan leadership.• Manage working relationships with all stakeholders and vendors, and lead

construction dialogue to resolve and present project issues.

• Oversee contract procurement process including RFP issuance, contractor selection,

and contract negotiations.

• Serve as primary liaison with city and county agencies for permitting, inspections, and

regulatory approvals.

• Address and resolve project delays, contractor disputes, change orders, and

unforeseen field conditions.

• Attend job walks and site inspections to verify project status, workmanship, and

safety compliance.

• Prepare and present project status /risk reports and provide clear and concise

summaries for projects under ownership to leadership and management teams.

• Approve contractor payments, verify completion of punch lists, and secure project

closeout documentation.

• Provide routine reports to leadership on project status, risks, and capital forecasts.

• Support Real Estate and Construction leadership in aligning project execution with

diocesan strategic and financial goals.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

REQUIRED:

• Minimum ten (10) years of construction and project management experience,

including five (5) years in a senior or supervisory capacity.

• Proven experience managing campus infrastructure projects is .

• Strong knowledge of California construction laws, building codes, contract

administration, and permit processes.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Project) and construction

management platforms.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated leadership in managing consultants, contractors, and multidisciplinary

teams.

• Ability to travel to job sites within the Diocese; valid California Driver License.

DESIRED:

• Contractor's license or PMP certification.

• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.

• Familiarity with cemetery operations, infrastructure, and development standards.

• Bi-lingual in English/Spanish or English/Vietnamese.

• Familiar with PM project tracking software.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

To perform duties of the job, the employee may on a regular basis be required to stand

and walk for long periods, climb stairs or ladders, lift up to 50 pounds, operate office andinspection equipment, and communicate effectively. Visual acuity required for reading

blueprints, reviewing plans, and conducting job site assessments.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Typical Working Conditions: Office environment, and active construction site settings.

Exposure to weather, dust, noise, and construction

hazards is expected.

Equipment Used: Basic computer equipment, keyboard, mouse, telephone,

copier, facsimile, calculator and paper shredder.

Essential Physical Tasks: Verbal communication, movement around office and

outside, remain stationary, walk for long periods,

climb, reach, and occasionally carry materials as

needed weighing up to 50 lbs.