Planning & Development Project Manager / Pre Construction Manager - Construction Project Manager

ZipRecruiter; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Los Angeles is seeking a Planning & Development Project Manager to oversee various educational modernization projects. The role involves managing project phases from inception to close-out, requiring substantial experience in project management and a relevant bachelor's degree. This opportunity offers a chance to work collaboratively with various public agencies and design teams, ensuring project adherence and progress reporting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years managing public/educational or commercial projects.
• Graduation from a recognized college or university.
• Possession of valid CCM credential can substitute for education.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of pre-construction, project development, and close-out phases.
• Collaborate with design team to ensure adherence to project scope.
• Plan and prepare reports for upper management regarding project status.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Monitoring

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Job description

Job Description

PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience:

• Minimum 10 years full-time paid professional experience managing public/educational or commercial projects, with full responsibility for coordinating complex activities from project inception, planning, design, development, to close-out. Experience supporting LAUSD Program Services - Internal.
• Experience managing multiple projects concurrently; proficiency in managing various educational modernization projects.

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may substitute for the required education.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis.

Duties:

• Manage, oversee, and coordinate all facets of pre-construction, project development, bid/award, and project close-out phases of assigned projects.
• Collaborate with the design team to ensure adherence to the original project scope.
• Plan, organize, and prepare reports for upper management regarding project status and progress.
• Coordinate with public agencies to meet federal and state requirements; liaise with utility and government representatives to facilitate project phases.
• Monitor project budgets monthly, ensuring they reflect current project status.
• Resolve complex issues related to planning, design, and construction, including disputes and disagreements.
• Review project progress to ensure scope adherence within approved definitions.
• Assist with contracts, bidding, and contract planning.
• Implement and suggest improvements to project policies and procedures.
• Evaluate new developments affecting program objectives.
• Work with technical teams to estimate costs of building and alteration projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.