Construction Manager

cumminggroup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumming Group is seeking a seasoned Construction Manager to lead demolition and site preparation efforts in a dynamic setting. You will act as Owner's Representative, coordinating with city agencies, contractors, and environmental teams to ensure on-time, on-budget project delivery.

Ideal candidates will have 7–10 years in construction management, with demolition and public works experience, and strong planning, communication, and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of construction management experience.
• Experience managing demolition projects.
• Experience with public agencies or public works projects.
• Experience overseeing hazardous materials abatement.
• Experience serving as Owner's Representative/CM/Resident Engineer or similar.

Responsibilities

• Oversee demolition and site preparation activities from pre-construction through project completion.
• Serve as the Owner's Representative and primary liaison between the City, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety throughout the demolition phase.
• Coordinate hazardous materials identification, abatement activities, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Ensure protection, coordination, and management of existing underground utilities during demolition operations.
• Review contractor work plans, schedules, submittals, RFIs, and change order requests.
• Evaluate and manage unforeseen site conditions and develop resolution recommendations.
• Facilitate communication among project stakeholders and provide regular project status updates.
• Verify contractor compliance with contract documents, public agency requirements, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with inspectors, utility agencies, environmental consultants, and regulatory authorities to support project execution.
• Organize and maintain project documentation, records, correspondence, meeting minutes, and project controls.
• Assist in budget tracking, cost forecasting, and review of contractor payment applications.
• Support project closeout activities and transition planning for subsequent redevelopment phases.

Skills

Demolition management

Hazardous materials abatement

Underground utility coordination

Public agency construction admin

Reading plans & specs

Change orders & claims

Scheduling & cost control

Communication skills

Stakeholder collaboration

Organizational skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management/Engineering/Architecture

Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage and oversee all aspects of demolition and site preparation activities from pre-construction through project completion.
• Serve as the Owner's Representative and primary liaison between the City, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, utility providers, and project stakeholders.
• Monitor project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety throughout the demolition phase.
• Coordinate and oversee hazardous materials identification, abatement activities, and environmental compliance requirements.
• Ensure protection, coordination, and management of existing underground utilities throughout demolition operations.
• Review contractor work plans, schedules, submittals, RFIs, and change order requests.
• Evaluate and manage unforeseen site conditions and develop recommendations for resolution.
• Facilitate communication among project stakeholders and provide regular project status updates.
• Verify contractor compliance with contract documents, public agency requirements, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
• Coordinate with inspectors, utility agencies, environmental consultants, and regulatory authorities to support project execution.
• Organize and maintain project documentation, records, correspondence, meeting minutes, and project controls.
• Assist in budget tracking, cost forecasting, and review of contractor payment applications.
• Support project closeout activities and transition planning for subsequent redevelopment phases.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale demolition projects.
• Strong understanding of hazardous materials abatement processes, environmental compliance, and site remediation activities.
• Experience protecting and coordinating underground utility infrastructure during demolition operations.
• Knowledge of public agency construction administration procedures and requirements.
• Ability to review and interpret construction plans, specifications, contracts, and technical reports.
• Experience managing change orders, claims, and unforeseen site conditions.
• Strong project scheduling, cost control, and risk management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with owners, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and community stakeholders.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 7-10 years of construction management experience .
• Required experience managing demolition projects.
• Required experience working with public agencies or public works projects.
• Required experience overseeing hazardous materials abatement activities.
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, Resident Engineer, or similar role.
• Proficiency with construction documentation, project controls, scheduling, and reporting.

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Experience supporting campus, municipal, institutional, or government redevelopment projects.
• Experience working on large, multi-phase site redevelopment programs.
• Familiarity with public-private partnership (P3) developments.
• OSHA 30 certification or similar safety certification preferred.
• Experience managing projects involving environmental remediation and utility coordination.

Work Environment:

• Cumming Group Office
• Client Office
• Project Site
• Other
• Other _____________________________________

Physical Demands:

• Continuous sitting while using computer and/or phone
• Constant use of sight while reviewing documents
• Constant speech/hearing abilities for communication
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• If applicable, list PPE items to be used: close toed shoes, hard hat, reflective vest, etc. will be required when visiting a construction site.
• Other _____________________________________

Travel Required:

Travel Required: (What kind of travel is required? Domestic, international and what percent of time will this position be required to travel?)

• Domestic Travel: 10-25%
• International Travel: 0-10%

FLSA Status:

Salary Exempt

Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Group's policy to