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raSmith

Land Survey Project Manager-Crew Chief

Irvine, CA · On-site

$110K - $145K/yr

Description Enhance your career at raSmith as a Land Survey Project Manager - Crew Chief in our Survey Services division and discover why we're ranked #5 as a Top Workplace. raSmith is a growing ...

Pyramid Laboratories Inc

Project Manager

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$100K - $125K/yr

... CMO setting. CMO client project management experience strongly preferred * Excellent written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated experience in communicating with technical, business ...

Jobtailor

Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

Partner with the Chief of Integration, Associate Director of Project Management, and Group Account Directors to onboard and plan yearly projects and workflow * Partner with the Group Account Director ...

David&Goliath

Project Manager

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Partner with Chief of Integration, Associate Director of Project Management and Group Account Directors to actively onboard and plan yearly projects and workflow. * Partner with Group Account ...

David&Goliath

Project Manager

El Segundo, CA

$75K - $85K/yr

Partner with Chief of Integration, Associate Director of Project Management and Group Account Directors to actively onboard and plan yearly projects and workflow. * Partner with Group Account ...

David&Goliath

Project Manager

El Segundo, CA · On-site

$75K - $85K/yr

Partner with Chief of Integration, Associate Director of Project Management and Group Account Directors to actively onboard and plan yearly projects and workflow. * Partner with Group Account ...

Socket.dev

Project Manager

Irvine, CA · On-site

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT The Project Manager or Sr. Project Manager will report to the company's Project Executive and COO. This position will handle larger projects within the range of $5 - 30M in size ...

Matteo LLC

Assistant Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

As we grow, we are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support our CEO and management team. Ideal candidates possess an interest in design, real estate, architecture, manufacturing and sewn ...

Matteo LLC

Assistant Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

As we grow, we are looking for an Assistant Project Manager to support our CEO and management team. Ideal candidates possess an interest in design, real estate, architecture, manufacturing and sewn ...

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How much do chief project manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for chief project manager in California is $50.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40.10 and $59.57 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chief Project Manager vs Project Director?

AspectChief Project ManagerProject Director
CredentialsPMI PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent certificationsSimilar certifications often required, plus leadership experience
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, manages project managers, strategic focusResponsible for overall project portfolio, high-level planning
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in construction, IT, engineering firmsUsed in large corporations, government agencies, consulting firms

The Chief Project Manager and Project Director roles both require strong project management credentials and leadership skills. The Chief Project Manager typically oversees multiple projects and manages project managers, focusing on strategic execution. The Project Director often holds a broader, high-level role responsible for the entire project portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Both positions are vital in industries like construction, IT, and engineering, but the Project Director usually operates at a higher strategic level.

What is a chief project manager?

A chief project manager is a senior professional responsible for planning, executing, and closing complex projects within an organization. They oversee project teams, coordinate resources, and ensure project goals are met on time and within budget, often requiring strong leadership, communication skills, and project management certifications like PMP. The role involves strategic oversight and risk management across multiple projects or departments.

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Infographic showing various Chief Project Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $105,525 per year, or $50.7 per hour.

Crew Chief (Project Technician)

Sacramento, CA • On-site

PETRA SA SERVICES
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$19 - $23/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago

Job description

Job Position Description:
With a ‘One Team’ mentality, you will perform services as assigned while following PuroClean® production guidelines. Working to ensure all customer needs are met in a kind and sympathetic way, our project technicians assist their teams and supervisors with all aspects of restoration work on residential and commercial jobsites relating to water damage and mold mitigation. As well as maintain vehicles, equipment, and assets of the business. Our technicians take pride in going above and beyond customer expectations in their times of need by providing a world class level of service which sets up apart from our competitors in the industry, specializing in property damage recovery from water, fire and mold.

Responsibilities:

•         Managing Customer Satisfaction and representing the brand

•         Effectively perform all aspects of the production processes

•         Regular Vehicle and equipment maintenance and organization

•         Working with your direct supervisor to ensure team is unified and efficient

•         Following all uniform and policy guidelines in line with the Brand Identity Guide

•         Always leaving jobsites with a clean and orderly appearance

•         Developing production expertise through providing services

•         Maintaining cleanliness of products and equipment to the highest standard

•         Ensure clear communication with office staff, immediate supervisor and fellow technicians

Qualifications:

•         Willingness for continued learning and growth

•         Attention to details in organization, cleanliness and care for facility, assets and equipment

•         Aptitude with record keeping, recording information and communicating ‘the message’

•         Awareness and respect for safety, using care are caution with teammates and customers

•         Strength with multitasking and handling deadlines

•         Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. and comfortable on your feet for prolonged periods of time

Company Description

Company and Culture:
PuroClean, a leader in emergency property restoration services, helps families and businesses overcome the devastating setbacks caused by water, fire, mold, and other conditions resulting in property damage. We operate with a ‘servant-based leadership’ mindset and seek to create an environment where our team members can grow both professionally and spiritually through serving our customers, communities, and each other.