Construction Manager (OAR I)

Cordoba; California; On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a Construction Manager I to drive projects end-to-end on a 100% onsite basis. The candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams, ensure district compliance, and manage budgets and schedules for complex projects valued over $10M.

Requirements include a bachelor’s degree in architecture/engineering/construction management or CCM eligibility, 10+ years in construction/project management, and BIM/LEED/DSA experience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of construction or project management experience.
• Design-build, BIM, LEED/CHPS experience required.
• DSA processes familiarity and OSHA 30 minimum.

Responsibilities

• Lead pre-construction through close-out phases on assigned projects.
• Review documents and provide comments to Designers as needed.
• Plan and report status/progress to upper management.
• Coordinate with public agencies to ensure compliant off-site work.
• Oversee budgets and schedules; monitor monthly status.
• Direct contractor daily activities and manage submittals/RFC responses.
• Evaluate substitutions to meet specifications.
• Review and negotiate change orders for fair pricing.
• Monitor payments to contractors/architects/engineers.
• Administer agreements between Architects and District; coordinate fixtures/equipment.
• Oversee project close-out with DSA and financial close-out.
• Perform related duties as needed.

Skills

Construction PM experience

CCM credential or eligible

Design-build experience

BIM experience

LEED/CHPS knowledge

DSA processes knowledge

Education

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

CCM credential within 1 year

OSHA 30 certification

Tools

BIM software (Revit)

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're 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 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.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks : We offer multiple medical and den