Construction Manager (OAR I)

Cordoba Corporation; California (MO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with employer match

Generous vacation and sick leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation in California is hiring a Construction Manager I to lead construction projects from start to finish, ensuring compliance with district standards. The ideal candidate will hold a bachelor's degree or a CCM credential and have over 10 years of experience in construction or project management. Expertise in design-build and DSA processes is a plus.

The position is 100% onsite with a salary range of $150,000 - $170,000 per year, alongside comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree.
• Ten (10) years of experience in Construction or Project Management.
• Experience with construction values of more than $10M.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all facets of construction projects.
• Review pre-construction documents and provide necessary feedback.
• Coordinate with public agencies to comply with project requirements.

Skills

Construction management

Project management

Design-build expertise

BIM

LEED certification

DSA processes

Safety and OSHA Regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation, a leading engineering, project management, design and construction management firm in California, is hiring a Construction Manager I. This role will drive construction projects from start to finish, ensuring smooth coordination and compliance with district standards. We are looking for a leader with a bachelor's degree or CCM credential and 10+ years of experience in construction or project management. Bonus points for expertise in design-build, BIM, LEED-certified projects, and DSA processes.

Responsibilities

• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out phase of all assigned projects.
• Reviews pre-construction documents and submits comments to the designer as necessary.
• Plans, organizes, and prepares reports to upper management with respect to the status and/or progress of the projects.
• Coordinates with all pertinent public agencies during pre-construction and construction to comply with all off-site work; coordinates with various District and Project staff.
• Manages both the project budget and schedule to meet the District’s qualitative standards; monitors project budget on a monthly basis and ensures that the budget accurately reflects the project status/progress.
• Manages the daily activities of the contractor, reviews contractors’ construction schedules and submittals, and coordinates responses to the contractors’ inquiries through the Requests for Clarifications (RFC) and other related documents.
• Reviews substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specification and/or District requirements are complied with.
• Receives, reviews, and negotiates Contractor Change Order Proposal(s) to achieve a fair & reasonable price in accordance with the General Conditions; reviews and addresses any and all Schedule impacts in accordance with the project specifications in a timely manner.
• Reviews the process and monitors payments for the contractor, architects, engineers and any other pertinent parties.
• Administers provisions of Professional Service Agreements between Architects and the District; coordinates District delivery of related fixtures, furniture and equipment.
• Monitors and manages project close-out with respect to project certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA) and project financial close out.
• Perform other related duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management.

OR

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree. The candidate must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division of the Los Angeles Unified School District.

OR

• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education.
• Ten (10) years of experience in Construction and/or a combination of Project and Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction. Three (3) years of the ten (10) years should have full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values of more than $10M.
• Design Build Experience.
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS).
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
• Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations (OSHA 30 minimum).

Salary Range: $150,000 - $170,000 per year

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Work Environment: 100% Onsite

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

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 strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Benefits and Perks

We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401(k) 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. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well‑being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well‑being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

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, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895‑0224.