Construction Manager - Aviation

Ramos CS; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is seeking a TDIP Construction Manager in Los Angeles, CA to manage scope, cost, schedule and interfaces for design and construction activities. The role emphasizes schedule certainty, budget delivery, and maintaining quality with strong health, safety, and environmental culture.

The Construction Manager will coordinate with stakeholders, enforce LAWA standards, and support turnover plans while optimizing risk management for construction

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CM/Engineering or related technical field required.
• 10+ years of Construction Management experience.
• Experience with projects over $100M in value.
• Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, or similar licensure.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for job communications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all on-site field construction activities to complete the project.
• Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and ASRs with proper notifications.
• Familiarize with contractual obligations and technical aspects of facilities to be erected.
• Coordinate with Construction Contractor and stakeholders to plan construction activities and milestones.
• Monitor budget, staffing, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency and meet deadlines.
• Prepare progress reports for management and clients.

Skills

Construction Management

Engineering

Reading blueprints

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Overview

Ramos CS, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, is actively hiring a TDIP Construction Manager. The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction related activities for the program. The Construction Manager will be focused on schedule certainty, budget delivery and making sure that construction work meets the required quality standards while enforcing a strong health, safety, and environmental culture on the project. The Construction Manager will support the development and implementation of design, construction, testing, commissioning, turnover plans, impacts to the operations, ensuring that risk mitigation for construction activities are optimized, working and coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring LAWA standards are adhered to.

Responsibilities

• Monitor all on-site field construction activities associated with the completion of the project.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of various disciplines to be used during construction, as well as the methods and techniques to be utilized for installation.
• Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and Area Shutdown Requests (ASR's) and all proper notifications are made.
• Become thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected.
• Ensure all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals and RFI's.
• Work with Construction Contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Monitor budget estimates and staffing requirements for the defined scope and schedule.
• Monitor the assignment of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and to meet budget goals.
• Keep alert to possible problem areas and take preventative action to ensure that critical milestones are met for each phase of the project.
• Ensure the use of sound and safe construction practices to attain required quality control at maximum efficiency and minimum cost.
• Prepare periodic reports summarizing progress of construction activities for higher-level management and clients.
• Ensure effective implementation of all policies and procedures, including project labor agreement policies.
• Contribute to the advancement of TDG's goals through commitment to productive collaboration with all stakeholders.
• Perform other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.
• Participate in all necessary coordination meetings with the Construction Contractor, trade-partners, stakeholders, LAWA Operations, etc.
• Review Contractor Potential Change Order Claims for Merit and negotiate to final resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or other related technical field required. Master's degree preferred.
• 10 or more years of Construction Management experience.
• Experience with projects more than $100M in value.
• Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications.
• Ability to read, write and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.

Compensation: $160,000 to $170,000 per year (depending on qualifications)

What We Offer

Ramos Consulting Services, now a part of Colliers Engineering & Design, offers competitive benefits that support our employees in their life and career. This position is eligible for company benefits including but not limited to:

• Employer-Provided Healthcare: 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee base plans. We also provide a 40% employer contribution toward dependent or family coverage plans.
• Paid Time Off: 120 hours of combined PTO and Sick Time annually, in addition to paid holidays.
• Retirement Planning: Participation in a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of 50% on the first 6% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Pre-tax FSA/HSA options for medical, dental, and dependent care expenses to help manage out-of-pocket costs.
• Employee Wellness & Support: 100% employer-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing 24/7 confidential support for work-life balance, financial wellness, and emotional well-being.
• National Resources & Career Growth: As part of the Colliers Engineering & Design national platform, employees have access to expanded technical resources, mentorship, and diverse career development opportunities across the Western United States and beyond.