Construction Manager

Cordoba Corporation; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 170,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental plans

Vision insurance

401k with employer match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation, a leading civil engineering and program management firm in California, is seeking a Construction Manager for a flagship educational facility project at Long Beach Community College District. Lead a multidisciplinary team, coordinate with stakeholders, and manage a $60M project and related campus initiatives onsite.

The role requires 15+ years in educational/DSA/public works, strong negotiations, and Procore expertise, with a bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in Educational, DSA, Commercial, Healthcare, or Public Works projects.
• Construction Management, Engineering or Architectural background with strong emphasis in the construction phase of projects.
• Capable of managing projects from inception to construction to closeout.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in the bond program needs.
• Outstanding negotiations, communication, and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
• Experience with field construction management and changes in the work.
• Proficiency in Construction Management PMIS software like Procore or similar.
• Knowledge of Building Codes and Regulations to ensure compliance with all safety and legal standards
• Strong Organizational Skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills to quickly address and resolve issues that arise during construction.

Responsibilities

• Scope Management: Manages the district's programming scope and all other requirements, necessary to design and build educational facilities.
• Schedule Management: Manages all project schedule needs and adjustments throughout the life cycle of the project.
• Budget Management: Develops and manages project budgets, ensuring projects stay within financial guidelines.
• Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates potential risks to ensure smooth project execution.
• Contract Management: Reviews and negotiates terms of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Quality Assurance: Ensures that all construction work-in-place meets district's quality standards and project plans & specifications.
• Team Coordination: Coordinates with architects, engineers, laboratory inspections, and other construction specialists to ensure project requirements are met.
• Safety Oversight: Implements and enforces district's safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Manages and is responsible for day-to-day owner's representative processes of the construction and closeout phases of the assigned project valued at $60M construction value.
• Manages all financial, reporting, communications, operations, coordination, and general administrative needs of the assigned projects.

Skills

Experience 15y+

CM background

Negotiation

Communication

Field construction mgmt

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

Join Cordoba Corporation, a leading civil engineering, program/project management, construction management firm in California, as a Construction Manager on one of our flagship programs. The project will focus on a large educational facility construction phase at Long Beach Community College District. With your extensive experience in higher education construction management, DSA, public works and exceptional communication skills, you will lead a talented team, coordinate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to management and delivery of a $60M instructional facility plus other smaller related campus projects in the Long Beach community. If you are passionate about making a difference and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you !

Responsibilities

• Scope Management: Manages the district's programming scope and all other requirements, necessary to design and build educational facilities.
• Schedule Management: Manages all project schedule needs and adjustments throughout the life cycle of the project.
• Budget Management: Develops and manages project budgets, ensuring projects stay within financial guidelines.
• Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates potential risks to ensure smooth project execution.
• Contract Management: Reviews and negotiates terms of contracts with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers.
• Quality Assurance: Ensures that all construction work-in-place meets district's quality standards and project plans & specifications.
• Team Coordination: Coordinates with architects, engineers, laboratory inspections, and other construction specialists to ensure project requirements are met.
• Safety Oversight: Implements and enforces district's safety protocols to maintain a safe work environment.
• Manages and is responsible for day-to-day owner's representative processes of the construction and closeout phases of the assigned project valued at $60M construction value.This includes tracking and responding to all RFIs, Submittal & Shop Drawing approvals, change management process, inspection coordination, schedule management, pay application management, and coordination and approval from all relevant Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs).
• Manages all financial, reporting, communications, operations, coordination, and general administrative needs of the assigned projects.

Qualifications

• 15 years’ experience in Educational, DSA, Commercial, Healthcare, or Public Works projects.
• Construction Management, Engineering or Architectural background with strong emphasis in the construction phase of projects.
• Capable of managing projects from inception to construction to closeout.
• Must be flexible and adaptable to changes in the bond program needs.
• Must have outstanding negotiations, communication, and interpersonal skills (written and verbal).
• Experience with field construction management and changes in the work.
• Proficiency in Construction Management PMIS software like Procore or similar.
• Knowledge of Building Codes and Regulations to ensure compliance with all safety and legal standards
• Strong Organizational Skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong problem-solving skills to quickly address and resolve issues that arise during construction.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, architecture, e ngineering, or a related field preferred
• Certifications such as Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) are highly desirable.
• Long Beach experience preferred
• Higher-Education, DSA, or DSA-equivalent experience preferred.

Salary Range: $170,000 to $190,000 per year.

Location: Long Beach, California.

Work Environment: 100% Onsite

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation: Building Excellence in Infrastructure

Cordoba Corporation, a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm, has a proven track record of success. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Through close collaboration with our clients, we have consistently delivered complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across California, demonstrating our stability and growth potential.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a "top 100 construction management firm" and a "top 50 program management firm." Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a "top 100 design firm" in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence—With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a solid presence statewide. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Cordoba Corporation: Enhancing Employee Well-Being!

At Cordoba Corporation, we value our employees and their well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks. We provide multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance, all of which are subsidized for both employees and dependents. Our benefits package also includes employer-paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry-leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. In addition, employees are eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being. We believe that by taking care of our employees, we can all thrive together.

Cordoba Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for our success, and we value and respect every individual's unique contribution.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodation, please get in touch with our HR Department at [phone].

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future!