Junior to Mid Construction Project Manager

Mark G. Anderson Consultants, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Commuter Reimbursement

Mental Health + Wellness Programs

Job summary

MGAC in Los Angeles seeks a Junior to Mid Construction Project Manager to support local projects on-site. You’ll join a team delivering multi-phased initiatives, coordinating between design, construction, and client leadership.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of construction PM experience and strong scheduling, communication, and problem-solving skills. The role emphasizes site oversight and collaboration with stakeholders in a boutique consultancy setting.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of construction project management experience.
• Understanding of building design and construction processes.
• Experience with base building, commercial, cultural, life sciences, or developer work.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Participate in multi-phased projects, manage client expectations, and adapt to evolving demands.
• Monitor field progress, perform schedule analysis, and ensure quality control.
• Interface with construction teams and client decision-makers.
• Support strategic planning, budgeting, scheduling, and procurement.
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Prepare accurate project documentation for all phases.
• Assist in invoices, purchase orders, and financial tracking.
• Maintain relationships with industry partners and vendors.

Skills

Construction PM

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Scheduling software

Education

Bachelor's/Associate in CM or related

Tools

MS Office

MS Project/Primavera P6

Procore or similar

Job description

Junior to Mid Construction Project Manager

Location

Team

Program/Project Management

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.

Unlock Your Potential

• 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

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.

We believe employers should empower the whole person, not just the "employee." Our benefit structure is designed to support all five pillars of overall wellness: Financial, Physical, Emotional, Social, and Professional.

• Health, Rx, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Basic Life Insurance
• AD&D Insurance
• Voluntary Life / AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term + Long-Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flexible Spending Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Commuter Reimbursement
• Professional Development Support
• Mental Health + Wellness Programs
• Vacation, Paid Holidays, and Sick Time

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