Project Development Manager

Element Consulting, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 164,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Element Consulting, Inc. in Los Angeles, CA, seeks a senior professional to plan and coordinate pre-construction activities for new schools and modernization projects. You will manage scope, schedule and budgets, resolving complex issues and guiding teams of A/E professionals and managers.

The role involves coordinating with city/county agencies, utility providers and project teams to ensure timely approvals and successful project delivery for public education facilities.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience managing planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects.
• Experience with public school districts or similar public sector projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate pre-construction activities for new schools and modernization projects.
• Oversee scope, schedule and budget for multiple projects.
• Resolve complex planning and construction issues and disputes.
• Direct AFDM, DM and design professionals relative to projects.
• Coordinate with utility and government agencies to obtain timely action.
• Monitor project progress and provide reports on budget, schedule and issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership experience

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Public sector experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Ten (10) years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects

Additional Preferred Experience

• Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and/or modernization projects
• Experience with LEED and/or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.
• Experience with the development of major facilities (CEQA, agency approvals, coordination with City and County agencies).
• Experience with both project delivery and procurement methods for public projects
• Experience with community engagement processes and strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience in Formal Construction Partnering

Required Education

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

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

Duties

• Plans and coordinates the execution of pre-construction activities associated with the preparation for the building of new schools and modernization projects
• Responsible for the scope, schedule and budget, and overall success of multiple, new and modernization, school projects
• Resolves complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
• Develops, assigns and monitors performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM) and Design professionals relative to assigned projects
• Reports on project budget, schedule and issues. Provides information and analysis of project issues to Departmental, Branch and Board representatives
• Reviews status and overall planning, design and construction project progress relative to submittal schedules. Reviews project through all development phases, and assesses status,progress and potential
• Coordinates with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
• Assists project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning
• Reviews and verifies Design Professional contract scope, fees and applications for payment, and performs overall fiscal management of multiple projects
• Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration and quality control
• Coordinates project activities, requirements, and schedules with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Project Execution, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers and site personnel
• Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
• Performs other duties as assigned

Salary dependent on education and experience. Salary range: $164K-$184K