LA School Construction Project Lead

Turner & Townsend; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an Owner’s Authorized Representative I (OAR I) to manage school construction and modernization projects for LAUSD in Los Angeles. You will coordinate with public agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, and district staff to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in compliance with regulatory standards.

Required: 10 years of relevant experience, 3+ years coordinating multi-million-dollar programs, and CCM or equivalent credentials; BIM familiarity and DSA process

Qualifications

• 10 years of full-time paid professional experience in construction and/or project and construction management for commercial or public/educational facility construction.
• At least 3 years of experience coordinating complex projects valued over $10 million.
• Preferred: Design-Build experience, BIM proficiency, LEED/CHPS familiarity, DSA design/construction process experience, OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

• Manage, oversee, and coordinate all facets of assigned construction projects (pre-construction, bid and award, construction, close-out).
• Review pre-construction documents to ensure alignment with LAUSD standards.
• Monitor and report project status and progress to senior management.
• Coordinate with public agencies and district staff to ensure regulatory compliance for off-site work.
• Manage project budgets and schedules with accurate financial tracking and reporting.
• Supervise contractors, review schedules, and respond to contractor inquiries.
• Review, negotiate, and process Contractor Change Order Proposals for fair pricing.
• Oversee payments to contractors, architects, and engineers per contract terms.
• Administer provisions of Professional Service Agreements between architects and LAUSD.
• Coordinate delivery of district-related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Manage project closeout and certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA).
• Perform additional duties as assigned by project leadership.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential

CCM credential in lieu of a degree

Tools

BIM

LEED

CHPS

DSA processes

OSHA 30

Job description

Turner & Townsend is seeking an Owner’s Authorized Representative I (OAR I) to manage school construction and modernization projects for LAUSD in Los Angeles. You will coordinate with public agencies, architects, engineers, contractors, and district staff to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery in compliance with regulatory standards.

Required: 10 years of relevant experience, 3+ years coordinating multi-million-dollar programs, and CCM or equivalent credentials; BIM familiarity and DSA process