Program Manager MO

OWAIS CONSTRUCTION GROUP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

A construction management firm in Los Angeles is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee all facets of project planning and development. The ideal candidate will have at least ten years of experience in program management, with strong budget oversight skills. The role requires active stakeholder engagement, supervision of project planners, and the ability to manage complex project activities within public or educational programs. This position offers opportunities for significant community involvement and program improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in program management and administration.
• 4 years of experience in managing public or educational agency programs.
• Strong understanding of project budgeting and funding.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of project planning and development.
• Supervise project planners for scope, schedule, and budget development.
• Engage in community meetings and prepare reports for stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Technical support

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Description

Manages all aspects of project planningāj and development in programs, including Engineering and Construction; Technical Support; Bidding Strategy; Schedules; Budget; Funding source and allocations; Grants Management; Prioritization of Work; and Finalization and Closeout.

Reviews, analyzes, and interprets complex project design and construction budgets, schedules, and costs to ensure conformance with authorized scope, time, and dollar requirements.

Supervises project planners in developing projects’ scope, schedule, and budget, making sure that the goals and vision of the stakeholders are reflected.

Develops funding strategies for each of the projects within a program, including leveraging funds with state match grants, private grants, and identifying non-profit partners, etc.

Resolves or reduces cost overruns by performing value engineering.

Reviews project data and develops executive reports for stakeholders and proposes new projects in specific programs as required.

Manages the financial closeout of programs by ensuring project documents are finalized and financial reports have been reviewed and in accordance with the guidelines of the funding sources, following substantial completion.

Acts as liaison and provides necessary documentation for closed‑out projects under litigation and participates in depositions whenever necessary.

Reviews and assess program strengths and limitations and makes recommendations for areas requiring improvement, including program reporting and process.

Resolves technically complex issues for architects, engineers, and/or other lower-level project managers.

Coordinates the formulation of policies and procedures related to Construction Programs, including the development of funding policies, requests for appropriation, and alterations and improvements to new programs.

Coordinates and recommends updates to construction specification guidelines.

Engages in community and stakeholder meetings regarding high-profile projects, summarizes meeting agenda and prepares reports related to project progress for distribution.

Participates in job meetings and job walks and reviews project documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Required Experience:

Ten (10) years full‑time paid professional experience in the management and administration of various programs and projects under programs to include scope development, planning and design, budget and funding allocation and close‑out.

Minimum four years’ experience in managing programs in a public or educational agency, with full responsibility for coordinating complex activities.നും

Preferred Experience:

Experience in managing multiple education or public agency programs concurrently.

Required Education:

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in architecture, engineering or construction management.

Candidates who do not meet the education requirements may substitute experience on a year‑for‑year basis.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI).

LEED Professional Accreditation.