Project Manager II Technology

Paragon Em; California (MO); On-site; USD 154,000 - 181,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management company in California is seeking a Project Manager II – Technology to oversee large-scale technology projects for the Los Angeles Community College District. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and ensure project alignment with District IT governance. Ideal candidates will have over 7 years of IT project management experience, especially in education or public sectors. This role offers a competitive salary and requires strong leadership skills to navigate complex project environments.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects, with 3 years in education or public sectors.
• Strong experience managing consultants and integrators under multiple delivery models.
• Proven ability to manage AV and Physical Security infrastructure projects from design to commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Manage 9–14 concurrent technology projects, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment.
• Lead design coordination meetings with architects and engineers.
• Oversee implementation of physical security systems and manage audiovisual deployments.

Skills

Project management

Consultant management

Budgeting

Technology integration

Collaboration

Education

Project Management certification

Registered Communication Cabling Designer Certification (RCDD)

Tools

BIM/Revit

Bluebeam

Av equipment systems

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER II – TECHNOLOGY

Client / Project: Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) – Program Management Office (PMO)
Salary Range: $154.0K to $181.8K annual base salary, depending upon experience
Number of positions: One (1)

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

This position serves as a technical program manager responsible for overseeing large-scale and mission-critical technology projects within the District’s capital construction program. This position bridges IT, Facilities, and Construction disciplines to deliver fully integrated, high-performance environments encompassing network, audiovisual, and physical security systems.

The TPM will lead multiple cross-functional teams—comprising architects, engineers, College Project Teams (CPTs), District IT staff, and systems integrators—to ensure scope, schedule, and budget alignment. They are responsible for establishing standards, validating Division 27 and 28 designs, and ensuring commissioning and closeout documentation aligns with District IT governance.

• Manage 9–14 concurrent technology projects ranging up to $75M each, with broad scopes including data infrastructure, audiovisual systems, access control, and surveillance.
• Lead design coordination meetings with architects, low-voltage consultants, and MEP engineers to validate IT and Facilities Systems integration.
• Oversee implementation of physical security systems (Lenel, Milestone, Axis, etc.)
• Manage audiovisual deployments across classrooms, lecture halls, auditoriums, and athletic fields—ensuring ADA compliance, pedagogical functionality, and lifecycle support (Extron).
• Conduct technical reviews of shop drawings, RFI responses, and submittals for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage project risk assessments and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with cost estimators and construction managers.
• Oversee commissioning, training, and project turnover processes while making improvements.
• Maintain detailed project documentation and report progress to PMO leadership.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects, including at least 3 years in higher education or public-sector environments.
• Strong experience managing consultants, engineers, and integrators under multiple delivery models (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build).
• Proven ability to manage AV and Physical Security infrastructure projects from design through commissioning.
• Strong working knowledge of Division 27 and 28 specifications.
• Experience with network, audiovisual, and physical security system budgeting, scoping, and procurement.
• Proficiency with BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, and construction coordination tools.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, integrators, and college end-users during live construction phases.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• A valid Project Management certification
• A Registered Communication Cabling Designer Certification (RCDD)
• A valid, CTS, CCIE, or ASIS certification
• Experience in Design-Build projects
• Experience in California Community College Facilities
• Familiarity with bidding and contracting process, and with programs that utilize public funds
• Experience with deploying Cloud-based facilities and IT systems
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA Industry Standards
• Experience in the integration of audiovisual, electronic physical security and/or high-speed data networks within construction environments
• Experience with deploying Air-blown Fiber Solutions
• Experience deploying network infrastructure including Cisco and Aruba.

RESUME SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Deadline to submit resume:
Monday February 2, 2026 @ 9:00am (late submissions cannot be accepted)
Please email cover letter, resume, and salary requirements: hr@paragon‑em.com
Subject line: LACCD Project Manager II Technology

Approximate Processing Time:
Short list post: Week of February 9, 2026
Interviews: Week of February 16, 2026
Number of positions: 1
Anticipated Start: February/March 2026

Recruitment No.: SAC‑497