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Mace

Lead Project Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

Ability to lead, manage, and develop teams, providing direction, mentoring, and fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment * Degree in construction, engineering, project management, or ...

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How much do lead project manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead project manager in Berkeley, CA is $139,559.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,100.00 and $170,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead project manager?

A Lead Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of a project, ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and meets the desired objectives. They lead project teams, manage resources, communicate with stakeholders, and address any issues that may arise during the project lifecycle. Their role involves strategic planning, risk management, and ensuring that the project aligns with organizational goals. Lead Project Managers often supervise other project managers and play a crucial role in decision-making and problem-solving throughout the project.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead project manager?

To thrive as a Lead Project Manager, you need expertise in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and a relevant degree or PMP certification. Proficiency with project management software like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana is typically required to coordinate tasks and track progress. Outstanding leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills help manage teams and stakeholders effectively. These skills are essential for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

What are some common challenges lead project managers face when overseeing multiple projects simultaneously?

Lead Project Managers often juggle several complex projects at once, which can present challenges such as resource allocation, conflicting deadlines, and maintaining clear communication across diverse teams. Staying organized and prioritizing tasks is crucial to ensure that each project's goals are met without overextending resources. Additionally, they must adeptly navigate stakeholder expectations and quickly resolve issues to keep projects on track, all while fostering collaboration and maintaining team morale.

What is the difference between Lead Project Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectLead Project ManagerProject Coordinator
CredentialsPM certifications (PMP, CAPM), relevant experienceBasic project management knowledge, often entry-level
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple projects, strategic planningSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in various industries, especially in IT, construction, engineeringCommon in corporate, non-profit, and government sectors

The Lead Project Manager typically holds advanced certifications and manages complex projects, focusing on strategic oversight. In contrast, a Project Coordinator provides support to project teams, handling administrative duties. Both roles are essential but differ in scope, responsibility, and experience required.

What cities near Berkeley, CA are hiring for Lead Project Manager jobs?

Cities near Berkeley, CA with the most Lead Project Manager job openings:

Infographic showing various Lead Project Manager job openings in Berkeley, CA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $139,559 per year, or $67.1 per hour.

Lead Project Manager

Mace

San Francisco, CA • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

At Mace, our purpose is to redefine the boundaries of ambition. We believe in creating places that are responsible, bringing transformative impact to our people, communities and societies across the globe. To learn more about our purpose, culture and priorities, visit our strategy site.  

Within our business we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project deliveryconsultancy to unlock the potential in every project.  

Our values shape the way we consult, and define the people we want to join us on our journey:  

  • Safety first - Going home safe and well

  • Client focus - Deliver on our promise

  • Integrity - Always do the right thing

  • Create opportunity -  For our people to excel

You'll Be Responsible For : 

  • Determines and arranges project management, technical services and external resources required for the project on an individual and team basis on behalf of client organization. 

  • Collaborates with the team/s (client, design team and other consultants, and contractor) and all stakeholders to ensure the successful delivery of the project in line with all expectations communicating strategies to the team. 

  • Demonstrates Mace's value of Safety First, exhibiting visible safety behaviours and using safety moments and Mace's HSW framework. 

  • Provides subject matter knowledge to support the team(s) from the broader Mace projects and business units to assist in ensuring the best project outcome. 

  • Procures and manages design and wider consultant team(s) and project stakeholders to ensure effective completion of responsibilities including project brief/scope, fees, processing claims, deliverable and/or project variations etc. Actively supports collaboration between all parties.

  • Produces design and authorities programme (or works with a planner to produce) to be integrated with procurement and delivery programme. 

  • Manages the timely and successful delivery to programme from project inception/brief, through design development and planning, contractor procurement and construction phase in accordance with the overall delivery program and agreed project milestones and is accountable for the scope of works relating to the project portfolios.  

  • Delivers the project objectives in line with the Project Execution Plan, leads and manages the project team/s and relevant stakeholders to achieve strategic project key performance indicators (KPIs).  

  • Prepares and modifies where necessary project plans and keeps them updated and relevant over the course of the project/s.

  • Oversees project timeframes and budgets, ensuring successful delivery of projects, highlighting any risks, challenges and mitigations..

  • Collaborates with relevant stakeholders and ensures robust quality systems are in place and suitably managed and monitored in line with Service Excellence.

  • Leads and records relevant meetings, providing relevant parties with contextual information and analysis.

  • Partners with relevant stakeholders and is actively involved in risk management and mitigation treatments.

  • Effectively coordinates and communicates with all project stakeholders, ensuring completion of responsibilities/tasks and that appropriate standards and records are documented and maintained. 

  • Takes ownership of project changes, as and when necessary, tracking project changes and ensuring they are progressed and formalized within the agreed timeframes. 

You'll need to have 

  • Proven experience managing medium-sized projects, with strong knowledge of project management methodologies and practices

  • Advanced stakeholder management, communication, and negotiation skills, with ability to influence and maintain client focus

  • Strong budgeting, commercial, and financial management skills, including oversight of internal budgets, fees, and proposals

  • Solid understanding of construction methodologies, sequencing, and related functions (estimating, scheduling, procurement, and contract administration)

  • Sound knowledge of HSE regulations and sector-specific compliance requirements

  • Ability to lead, manage, and develop teams, providing direction, mentoring, and fostering an inclusive, high-performance environment

  • Degree in construction, engineering, project management, or related discipline (or equivalent), with relevant technical certifications 

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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