Capital Construction Project Manager

University of Southern California; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 119,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Health, dental & vision insurance

401A retirement with 5% match

Transit subsidies

Job summary

University of Southern California is seeking a Capital Construction Project Manager to oversee and coordinate all aspects of small to mid-sized construction projects across all phases. The role includes creating objectives, work scope, execution plans and construction management procedures to ensure successful delivery.

The position requires a minimum of 7 years in project or construction management, a related Bachelor's degree, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in project management or construction management.
• Bachelor's Degree directly related to education and project management experience.
• Working knowledge of conventional aspects of the field and related processes.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• Project administration with progressive leadership/management within a college or university environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees and coordinates all aspects of small to mid-sized construction projects including creating and implementing project plans and procedures.
• Develop project reports required to keep all relevant parties informed on status of time and cost elements of project.
• Collaborate with design and construction professionals from various disciplines to ensure successful integration of all aspects of the construction processes.
• Monitors and controls schedule throughout project delivery cycle to ensure that project is delivered within client’s time expectations.
• Collaborate with client and city officials to facilitate timely and effective participation in the project.
• Oversees project team members, consultants and contractors allocated to project.
• Develops and manages project budgets and schedules in conformance with available funds and work scope that delivers agreed programmatic requirements.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Engineering/Architecture/Construction Management degree

Job description

About USC FPM

About USC FPM FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust. Come and join the FPM team - a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence.

Role Summary

The Capital Construction Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of small to mid-sized construction projects for the university through all phases. Creates project objectives, work scope, project execution and construction management plans and procedures. Serves as construction project manager responsible for overseeing and coordinating all aspects of small to mid-sized construction projects for the university through all phases. Creates project objectives, work scope, project execution and construction management plans and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Over sees and coordinates all aspects of small to mid-sized construction projects including creating and implementing project plans and procedures.
• Develop project reports required to keep all relevant parties informed on status of time and cost elements of project.
• Collaborate with design and construction professionals from various disciplines to ensure successful integration of all aspects of the construction processes
• Monitors and controls schedule throughout project delivery cycle to ensure that project is delivered within client’s time expectations.
• Collaborate with client and city officials to facilitate timely and effective participation in the project.
• Oversees project team members, consultants and contractors allocated to project.
• Develops and manages project budgets and schedules in conformance with available funds and work scope that delivers agreed programmatic requirements.

The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Minimum Qualifications

• 7 Years of experience project management, construction management or related fields.
• Bachelor's Degree Directly related education and project management experience with increasing leadership/management responsibility in construction and/or planning.
• Working knowledge of conventional aspects of the field and other related disciplines/processes.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related field.
• Project administration with progressive leadership/management within a college or university environment.

Benefits

• Tuition assistance for you and your family
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance options
• 401A retirement account with matching 5% W/ additional contributions up to 4% after eligibility is met
• 50% subsidy off Metro, LADOT, and Metrolink passes

Salary Range

The salary range for this position is $118,626.09 – $134,724.60 When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.

Equal Opportunity and Employment Equity

USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy.

USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law.

USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety.

Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.

We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

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Company Background

USC is a leading private research university located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles – a global center for arts, technology and international business. As the largest private employer in the city – responsible for more than $5 billion annually in economic activity in the region – we offer the opportunity to work in a dynamic and diverse environment, in careers that span a broad spectrum of talents and skills. As a USC employee, you will enjoy excellent benefits and perks and you will be a member of the Trojan Family - the faculty, staff, students and alumni who make USC a great place to work.