Junior to Mid Construction Project Manager

MGAC; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation starts day one

3 weeks PTO/year

9 paid holidays

Wellness benefits

Job summary

MGAC in Los Angeles is seeking a seasoned construction project manager to join our on-site team. You will support base building projects, coordinate with design and field teams, monitor progress, and ensure client expectations are met.

The role emphasizes risk management, cost control, and clear documentation across all project phases, with opportunities to interface directly with clients and contractors in a boutique consultancy setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree preferred in construction management, Business, Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in construction project management with understanding of building design and construction processes.
• Experience with base building, commercial, cultural, life sciences, and/or developer work; site construction experience.

Responsibilities

• Participate as an active member of a team of project managers on multi-phased projects, maintaining client expectations and adapting to evolving demands.
• Monitor progress in the field, conduct schedule analysis, and ensure quality control.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies; prepare accurate project documentation for all phases.
• Support client interface and financial tracking, including invoices and purchase orders.

Skills

Construction project management

Site construction

Reading construction drawings

Scheduling MS Project/Primavera P6

Communication skills

Education

Construction management degree

Tools

MS Office

MS Project or Primavera P6

Adobe Acrobat

Bluebeam

Nitro PDF

Procore

Job description

It’s an exciting time to join MGAC! MGAC is a global boutique consultancy dedicated to managing and representing our clients’ best interests. Our success is rooted in hiring exceptional people who are driven to do challenging work with the unique blend of experience, integrity, creativity, and commitment that separates us from our competitors. We have three simple goals: to do the most interesting and challenging work, to have fun working together, and to build a successful business in the process.

This position requires local support, with approximately 4-5 days on-site support in Los Angeles, subject to client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or associate degree in construction management, Business, Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Structural, Mechanical) or related field is preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in construction project management with a thorough understanding of the building design and construction process.
• Construction management experience related to base building, commercial, cultural, life sciences, corporate fit-out and/or developer work.
• Experience with site construction.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, presentation, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficient in essential software applications, including MS Office, MS Project or Primavera P6, Adobe Acrobat or similar PDF tools (e.g., Bluebeam, Nitro), and project management platforms such as Procore or equivalent.
• Ability to read construction drawings.
• Growing technical knowledge of major building systems including MEP, FLS.
• Understanding and growing knowledge of scheduling software such as MS Project or Primavera P6.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Participate as an active member of a team of dynamic project managers in executing multi-phased projects, maintaining client expectations, and evolving project demands.
• Experience with construction oversite, design management, contract management and project communications.
• Responsible for monitoring progress in the field, schedule analysis, and quality control.
• Opportunity to build trust with and have direct interface with the construction team and client decision-makers.
• Participate in high level meetings, including strategic planning, budgeting, scheduling, initiation, procurement, execution, monitoring, and closeout phases of the project.
• Identify project risks and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee and prepare accurate project documentation for all phases of the project.
• Advocate on behalf of the client during disputes, disagreements, modifications or change orders.
• Participate in tracking and processing invoices, purchase orders, and other financial commitments, exposures and obligations.
• Maintain relationships with the wider construction industry, trade associates, vendors, and professional organizations.

Why Work With Us?

30 years strong in North America and growing fast-with a positive, energizing culture. Consistently recognized as a Top Workplace with a true employee-first mindset. Entrepreneurial spirit encouraged - bring fresh ideas and exceed client expectations. Global reach, yet agile and client-focused like a boutique firm. Your voice matters - flat structure, open doors, and recognition for your contributions. Strong work-life balance, generous PTO, and top-tier wellness benefits.

Beyond the Paycheck:

Discover Our Benefits. Recognized as a Top Workplace for over a decade.

• Vacation starts on day one—accrue 3 weeks per year, plus a paid birthday off.
• 8 sick days and 9 paid holidays annually for full-time employees.
• Competitive benefits that support both personal and professional growth.

Salary Range $90,000 - $130,000 per year (commensurate with experience). The advertised salary range is intended as a general guideline and may vary based on factors such as experience, expertise, and location. This base salary does not reflect the full compensation package, which may include bonuses, 401(k) matching up to 8%, and other benefits.