Project Development Manager

ENGICON CM; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

ENGICON CM seeks an experienced project leader to plan and coordinate pre-construction activities for new schools and modernization projects in California. You will drive scope, schedule, and budget across multiple projects, resolving complex issues and guiding design professionals to successful outcomes.

The role requires 10+ years of capital project management experience, a bachelor’s degree in architecture/engineering/construction management, and advanced credentials such as CCM and LEED

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management is required.
• Preferred licenses/certifications include CA Architect/Professional Engineer, CCM credential, and LEED accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates pre-construction activities for new schools and modernization projects.
• Manages scope, schedule and budget for multiple projects.
• Resolves planning, design and construction issues and disputes.
• Directs AFDMs, DMs and design professionals on assigned projects.
• Reports on project budget, schedule and issues to stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Project coordination

Budget management

Team management

BIM experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management

Tools

BIM

Job description

Benefits

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

Position Description

• 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

Minimum Required Qualifications

• 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