Project Manager

PMCS Group, Inc.; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in Los Angeles seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee multiple construction projects. In this role, you will manage project scope, schedules, and budgets while coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates must have a minimum of five years in project management and a degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential. The position offers an engaging and fast-paced work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience with concurrent field construction experience.
• Proven ability to manage all aspects of multiple projects simultaneously.
• Skilled in reviewing and coordinating construction documents.

Responsibilities

• Manage all project aspects with oversight of multiple projects.
• Review and coordinate construction documents.
• Develop and control project scope, budgets, and schedules.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Oversight

Leadership

Verbal and Written Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

PROJECT MANAGER - WORK LOCATION: LOS ANGELES, CA

Responsibilities

• Independent management of all project aspects with oversight of multiple projects in various phases simultaneously.
• Review and coordinate construction documents, including contracts with architects, general contractors, and low-voltage/furniture vendors.
• Read architectural plans and review specifications for accuracy, code compliance, and regulatory conformity.
• Evaluate the physical condition of building envelopes, interior finishes, and core MEP systems to identify maintenance or renovation needs.
• Develop and control project scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Review reconciliation documents timely for accuracy and ensure approval of authorized payments only.
• Monitor and coordinate construction activities with diverse project stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Negotiate and prepare change orders; vet contractors on price, legal and financial ability to perform the work.
• Facilitate project team and client meetings; communicate clearly to decision-makers; adapt to project challenges and elevate issues when appropriate.

Qualifications

• Professional Experience: Minimum 5 years of project management experience with concurrent field construction experience.
• Educational Background: Degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Project Mastery: Proven ability to independently manage all aspects of a project, including oversight of multiple projects in various phases simultaneously.

Technical Proficiency

• Construction Oversight: Skilled in reviewing and coordinating construction documents, including contracts with architects, general contractors, and low-voltage/furniture vendors.
• Document Review: Ability to read architectural plans and review specifications for accuracy, code compliance, and regulatory conformity.
• Physical Assessment: Capable of evaluating the physical condition of building envelopes, interior finishes, and core MEP systems to identify maintenance or renovation needs.
• Software: Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Project & Financial Management

• Controls: Ability to develop and control project scope, budgets, and schedules.
• Financial Oversight: Expertise in reviewing reconciliation documents timely for accuracy and ensuring the approval of authorized payments only.
• Field Coordination: Experience monitoring and coordinating construction activities with diverse project stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Financial Administration: Skilled in negotiating and preparing change orders.
• Responsible/Responsive Bidders: Ability to vet contractors not just on price, but on their legal and financial ability to perform the work.

Communication & Leadership

• Leadership: Strong leadership presence with the ability to facilitate project team and client meetings effectively.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written skills, with the ability to present information clearly and concisely to decision-makers.
• Problem Solving: Ability to adapt to project challenges, recognize critical issues, and elevate them to leadership when appropriate.

Experience in the following is desirable

• Professional Certifications: Relevant industry certification such as PMP (Project Management Professional), CCM (Certified Construction Manager), or LEED AP.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Strong familiarity with ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards.
• Practical experience with the County of Los Angeles Building Code and standards.
• Knowledge of Public Contract Code and CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) requirements.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with commercial office furniture systems and major industry manufacturers.
• Audit & Transparency: Proven ability to maintain a meticulous project "paper trail" suitable for internal audits and public records standards.