Construction Project Manager (Owners Authorized Representative I)

Avsar Construction Development, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Avsar Construction Development, Inc. seeks an experienced Owner Authorized Representative (OAR I) to lead multiple project phases from pre-construction through close-out.

You will coordinate with design teams, public agencies, and district staff to ensure timelines and quality while managing budgets and schedules. The role may involve swing shifts to meet project timelines and requires strong leadership, communication, and coordination with stakeholders across complex public works projects in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field.
• 10+ years of full-time professional experience in construction/project management.
• 3+ years managing complex commercial/public works projects over $10M.
• CCM credential may substitute for the degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of assigned construction projects (pre-construction to close-out) and ensure timelines and quality.
• Review project documents and collaborate with design teams for successful initiation.
• Coordinate with public agencies and district staff during pre-construction and construction.
• Manage project budget and schedule; monitor monthly progress and reflect status.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Public works knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management

CCM certification preferred

Tools

BIM

Procore

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

Avsar Construction Development, Inc. is dedicated to providing sustainable, high-quality construction solutions that prioritize environmental impact and community well-being. Driven by the universal need for safe shelter, we approach each project with a commitment to innovation and meaningful, lasting change. Although a startup, Avsar Construction is backed by the expertise and experience of industry leaders, allowing us to deliver services on par with established companies. Our mission is to continually improve and set new standards for excellence in construction, today and for the future.

Role Overview:

Avsar Construction is seeking an experienced OAR I to lead and coordinate various project phases, from pre-construction through close-out. This role is pivotal in ensuring smooth project execution, budget alignment, and adherence to high-quality standards.

Please note that this position may require flexibility for swing shifts to accommodate project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

As an Owner Authorized Representative (OAR I) at Avsar Construction, you will:

• Lead all phases of assigned construction projects, including pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out, ensuring strict adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Review and provide feedback on project documents and collaborate with design teams for successful project initiation.
• Coordinate with all pertinent public agencies during pre-construction and construction to comply with all off-site work and coordinate with various District and Project staff.
• Manages both the project budget and schedule to meet the District’s qualitative standards and monitors project budget on a monthly basis and ensures that the budget accurately reflects the project status/progress.
• Manages daily activities of the contractor, reviews contractors’ construction schedules and submittals, and coordinates responses to the contractors’ inquiries thru the Requests for Clarifications (RFC) and other related documents.
• Review substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specification and/or District requirements.
• Receive, review, and negotiate 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.
• Review the process and monitors payments for the contractor, architects, engineers and any other pertinent parties.
• Administer provisions of Professional Service Agreements between Architects and the District.
• Coordinate District delivery of related fixtures, furniture and equipment.
• Monitor and manage project close-out with respect to project certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA) and project financial close out.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following:

Option 1

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of full-time professional experience in construction, project management, or construction management.
• At least 3 years managing complex commercial or public works projects valued at over $10 million.
• A Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may substitute for the degree requirement.

Option 2

• 15+ years of full-time professional experience in construction and project management.
• At least 8 years managing complex commercial or public works projects valued at over $10 million.
• Degree and CCM certification are preferred but not required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working for a General Contractor.
• Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Experience with LEED and/or CHPS-certified projects.
• Experience with California Division of the State Architect (DSA) projects.
• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent construction safety training.
• California Registered Architect or Professional Engineer license.

Desired Skills

• Strong project management and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and change orders.
• Strong knowledge of construction administration and public works project delivery.
• Ability to coordinate multiple stakeholders and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, and other construction management software.
• Comprehensive Health Insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• Paid Time Off for personal and vacation days

Please note that we are only able to interview candidates that meet the minimum requirements of the role. For more opportunities, check out our page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/avsarconstruction/jobs/

Equal Opportunity Provider

Avsar Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace. We welcome all qualified candidates regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status, and celebrate the unique contributions of every individual on our team.