Construction Project Manager

aero; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 95,200 - 142,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans

401(k) plan with matching contributions

Professional growth and development programs

Job summary

Aero is seeking a Construction Project Manager to oversee all phases of construction projects in El Segundo, CA. This role requires extensive project management expertise, ensuring facility improvements support mission-critical operations.

The ideal candidate must hold a relevant degree and have a minimum of four years of experience managing significant construction projects. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum four years of project/construction management experience.
• Experience with $10M+ projects as a project manager.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of assigned capital projects.
• Review drawings and specifications for compliance.
• Manage contractor project logs and compliance.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Budget Management

Scheduling

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture

Tools

Construction Project Management Software

Microsoft Project

Autodesk Bluebeam

Job description

Job Summary

The Facilities Division is dedicated to providing quality leadership, agile solutions, and exceptional enterprise-integrated services that enable The Aerospace Corporation to achieve mission success in the rapidly evolving space enterprise environment. The Facilities Construction Department, a critical unit within the Facilities Division, leads general building and grounds improvement projects as well as major construction initiatives across the Corporation's owned and leased building portfolio nationwide. The Construction Project Manager (Facilities Construction Staff III/IV) serves as the primary leader overseeing all phases of assigned capital projects—from design and pre-construction through construction execution and project close-out. This role requires comprehensive project management expertise to deliver complex facility improvements that directly support mission‑critical operations.

Please note: This is a construction project management position, distinct from engineering design or maintenance/operations roles.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time on-site at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Review drawings and specifications for conformance with company/partner organization standards and code requirements.
• Make field checks as often as necessary to determine compliance with contract documents.
• Review the process and monitor monthly payments for the contractor, architects, engineers, and any other pertinent parties.
• Receive, review, and negotiate Contractor Change Order Proposals to achieve fair and reasonable price in accordance with the contract terms and conditions and General Conditions; provide Fair Cost Estimate as required for Change Order Approval.
• Coordinate with architect (in‑house or consultant) and internal organizations for timely development of program requirements, design drawings, and construction documents based on customer requirements.
• Oversee and review the work of architectural and engineering consultants for successful bidding and constructability.
• Manage all contractor project logs, track status, and assist in the review of Request for Information (RFIs), submittals, Change Order Proposals for proper submission and responses; review substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specifications and/or Aerospace standards are in compliance.
• Assist in the selection process of outside design consultants and interface as often as necessary with the customers regarding project status, project requirements, project approval and coordination with other departments.

What You Need to be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• A minimum of four or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience involved in project or construction management of commercial and/or public projects, including at least one project as a project manager with a value of $10 M or more.
• Experience preparing Construction Statements of Work (SOWs) for obtaining proposals from outside contractors, and coordinating with in‑house designers and engineers for design‑build SOW.
• Experience managing both project budget and schedule; monitoring the budget on a monthly basis and ensuring it accurately reflects project status and progress.
• Experience managing daily or upcoming activities of the contractor and reviewing contractor construction schedules for conformance with company standards and scheduling practices.
• Excellent grasp of theories, principles, and practices related to scheduling.
• Experience with construction project management software.
• Knowledge of city building codes.
• Ability to prioritize all tasks and projects for on‑time completion.
• Strong organizational skills, including maintaining all project files and record drawings.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; assist in written materials including correspondence, reports, and guidelines.
• Possess time management and project management skills.
• Willing to support minimal travel for program support (as needed).
• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance issued by the U.S. government; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Additional Requirements for Construction Project Manager (Facilities Construction Staff IV)

• A minimum of six or more years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience involved in project or construction management of commercial and/or public projects, including at least one project as a project manager with a value of $10 M or more.

How You Can Stand Out

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Design Build Experience is desired.
• Experience utilizing Autodesk Bluebeam is a nice‑to‑have.
• A current and active security clearance, issued by the U.S. government, is strongly preferred; U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

Compensation

Salary range: $95,200 – $142,700 per annum.

Leadership Competencies

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
• 401(k) plan – company paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
• Relocation assistance
• Professional growth and development programs to advance career
• Education assistance programs
• Inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

Equal Opportunity Commitment

The Aerospace Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, color, religion, genetic information, marital status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, physical disability, medical condition, mental disability, or disability status, and any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who needs assistance using our online job search and application tools or needs reasonable accommodation to complete the job application process, please contact us by phone at 310.336.5432 or by email at [e-mail]. You can also review Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.