Project Manager II

Kitchell; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

Discretionary stock options

Incentive bonuses

Health insurance

Life insurance

HSA with wellness incentives

FSA

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Weight loss programs

Discounted auto insurance

Identity theft protection

Rewards programs

Job summary

Kitchell is seeking an experienced Project Manager II to support K-12 construction in Los Angeles. You will manage multi-phase projects, coordinate with public agencies, and ensure budget and schedule adherence under DSA guidelines.

Ideal candidates bring 15+ years of CM experience, a relevant degree or CCM, and BIM/LEED familiarity. The role involves site work in LA County with competitive base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of full-time professional CM experience on complex commercial/public projects (> $20M).
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture/Engineering/Construction Management or CCM+experience.
• Design Build and BIM experience preferred.
• LEED/CHPS experience preferred and DSA process familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of pre-construction through close-out for assigned projects.
• Review documents and provide comments to Designers; coordinate with public agencies.
• Plan, organize, and report project status to upper management.
• Coordinate with District staff and manage project budgets and schedules.
• Oversee contractor activities, submittals, RFCs, and change orders.
• Monitor payments and administer professional service agreements; close-out.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Budget management

Pre-construction coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

CCM certificate (preferred)

Tools

BIM

Job description

Brief Description

Kitchell is seeking experienced and dedicated Project Manager IIs (OAR II) to join our Southern California region in Los Angeles and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Provide PM/CM services under Division of State Architect (DSA) guidelines in the K-12 Construction Market Sector to for one the largest developers in Southern California with a well-financed backlog of work.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out phase of all assigned projects
• Reviews pre-construction documents and submits comments to Designer as necessary
• Plans, organizes, and prepares reports to upper management with respect to the status and/or progress of the projects
• Coordinates with all pertinent public agencies during pre-construction and construction to comply with all off-site work, coordinates with various District and Project staff
• Manages both the project budget and schedule to meet the District’s qualitative standards; monitors project budget monthly and ensures that the budget accurately reflects the project status/progress
• Manages daily activities of the contractor, reviews contractors’ construction schedules and submittals, and coordinates responses to the contractors’ inquiries thru the Requests for Clarifications (RFC) and other related documents
• Reviews substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specification and/or District requirements comply
• Receives, reviews, and negotiates Contractor Change Order Proposal(s) to achieve a fare & reasonable price in accordance with the General Conditions; reviews and addresses all Schedule impacts in accordance with the project specifications in a timely manner
• Reviews the process and monitors payments for the contractor, architects, engineers, and any other pertinent parties
• Administers provisions of Professional Service Agreements between Architects and the District
• Coordinates District delivery of related fixtures, furniture, and equipment
• Monitors and manages project close-out with respect to project certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA) and project financial close out
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Education and Experience

• 15 or more years of full time paid professional experience in Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction with five of those 15 years should have full responsibility of coordinating complex projects with construction values more than $20M is required
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management or the combination of a CCM certificate with an unrelated degree or extended experience is required
• Design Build Experience is preferred
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) is preferred
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) is preferred
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes is preferred

License and Certifications

• Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations (OSHA 30 minimum) is preferred
• An RA Certificate or PE Registration from the State of California is preferred
• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) is strongly preferred
• A valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly work in an office and/or construction environment. Conditions regularly include exposure to outdoor elements, hot/cold temperatures, wet conditions, noise, atmospheric conditions, and cramped quarters. The noise level in the work environment is occasionally loud.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds.

Travel Requirements

The position is performed at project site locations across Los Angeles County.

Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas.

We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being.

• company performance bonuses
• discretionary stock options
• incentive bonuses
• health insurance
• life insurance
• health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives
• flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• 401(k) plans with a 4% company match
• tuition reimbursement
• weight loss programs
• discounted auto insurance
• identity theft protection
• rewards programs

and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $150,000 - $165,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.