Project Manager

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 1,182,000 - 1,183,000; Full time

Job summary

Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles is seeking a Project Manager to lead planning, organization, and execution of one or more program areas within the department. You will drive projects from requirements through deployment, defining scope, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation while coordinating internal and external resources to meet objectives.

Responsibilities include establishing project plans, overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality, maintaining documentation, and building

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing complex projects or program development and administration.
• PMP or other project management certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain processes for full-scale project plans using appropriate tools and techniques, including managing the project lifecycle and risk assessment.
• Oversee day-to-day project operations following established rules, guidelines, and procedures.
• Implement quality control measures to ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
• Maintain accurate project documentation including progress reports, minutes, and plans.
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, communicating progress and changes regularly.
• Lead cross-functional teams, set goals, delegate tasks, and foster collaboration for project success.
• Structure and manage integrated, multitrack performance data across digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects.
• Assign and monitor resources to maximize efficiency and deliverables.
• Report outcomes and risks to management and escalate issues as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Project Management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Stakeholder communication

Cross-functional leadership

Risk management

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science

Job description

Special Note: The posted salary is an estimate of the potential annual pay. Final offer will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Scale: $118,2400 - $146,286.40 Annually

POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Under general direction, the Project Manager is responsible for the planning, organization, coordination, implementation and evaluation of one or more assigned functions or specialized program areas in their respective department. The incumbent will lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation; coordinate internal and external resources to ensure that projects adhere to scope, schedule, and budget; analyze project status and, when necessary, revise the scope, schedule, or budget to ensure that project requirements can be met; establish and maintain relationships with relevant client stakeholders, providing day-to-day contact on project status and changes; and perform other related duties as assigned.

• Establish and maintain processes for full-scale project plans using appropriate tools and techniques which include managing the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards, and assessing risks.


• Oversee and manage the day-to-day operations of a project following established rules, guidelines, and procedures.


• Implement quality control measures to ensure project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards.


• Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, meeting minutes, and project plans.


• Build positive relationships with clients and stakeholders, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction; communicate project progress regularly to clients and stakeholders.


• Lead cross-functional project teams, set clear goals, delegate tasks, and foster collaboration among team members to ensure the success of projects.


• Structure and manage integrated, multitrack performance databases for digital, print, social, broadcast, and experiential projects.


• Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables.


• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and **escalate** issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.


• Perform other related duties as assigned and required.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of public and business administration, including organization, program management


• Statistical and research methods and use of business analysis tools

Ability to:

• Analyze data, conceptualize solutions, and make effective recommendations


• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders


• Remain organized and work on multiple tasks at once

Skills:

• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines


• Proven success working with all levels of management


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Strong time management skills


• Excellent presentation skills

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Public or Business Administration, Economics, Real Estate Management, Engineering, Architecture, Computer Science, or a related field appropriate to assigned department/functions -AND- Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience managing complex projects or program development and administration -OR- any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate would have a PMP or other project management certification.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid California Class \"C\" Driver's License.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education, and/or training. Applications must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation. Resumes may be included but may not be submitted in lieu of application content. Only the most-qualified applicants will be considered and may be invited to the interview and selection process.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Applications will be reviewed for relevant experience, education and training. The application must be detailed and complete for proper evaluation.

HIRING INFORMATION

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment evaluation, which includes: a post-offer medical examination (includes drug and alcohol screening), criminal records check, employment history and education verification, and documentation of the right to work in the United States.

Candidates will start at step one of an eight step salary range unless there are special exceptions in accordance with agency Personnel Rules.

DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION

Testing Accommodations: If you require an accommodation due to a physical, mental or learning disability, please call [phone] for special assistance. Special testing accommodations may be arranged if verification of the disability is provided by a physician, rehabilitation counselor, or other authority.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in any portion of the selection process should state their need in writing when submitting an application.

NOTE: The provisions of this announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract and any provisions contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Pursuant to the Housing Authority of the City of Los Angeles' Conflict of Interest Policy, new and existing employees are required to refrain from participating in activities, employment or enterprises, which are in conflict with public interest and/or with his or her duties as an employee of the Authority. A copy of the Conflict of Interest Policy may be obtained by visiting our website at: http://www.hacla.org/Portals/0/Attachments/Others/ConflictofInterestPolicy.pdf

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