Project Manager III – Technology (Closed)

Paragon Em; California (MO); On-site; USD 178,000 - 210,800; Full time

Job summary

A leading project management firm in California is seeking a Project Manager III – Technology to oversee significant technology projects within the Los Angeles Community College District. The role requires managing cross-functional teams and ensuring project alignment with IT and Facilities governance. Ideal candidates have over 10 years of experience in large-scale projects, proficiency in budgeting and procurement, and familiarity with audiovisual and physical security systems. The position offers a competitive annual salary and necessitates strong project management skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects.
• Experience in higher education or public-sector environments.
• Strong working knowledge of Division 27 and 28 specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee 15–20 concurrent technology projects up to $100M each.
• Lead design coordination meetings with project stakeholders.
• Manage AV deployments ensuring compliance and functionality.

Skills

Project management

IT infrastructure

Audiovisual systems

Physical security systems

BIM/Revit

Budgeting and procurement

Tools

Bluebeam

Construction coordination tools

Job description

PROJECT MANAGER III – TECHNOLOGY

Client / Project: Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD) – Program Management Office (PMO)
Salary Range: $178.0K to $210.8K annual base salary, depending upon experience
Number of positions: One (1)

POSITION DESCRIPTION

This position serves as a senior-level 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 15–20 concurrent technology projects ranging up to $100M 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 progress to PMO leadership.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects, including at least 5 years in higher education or public‑sector environments.
• Strong experience managing consultants, engineers, and integrators under multiple delivery models (Design‑Bid‑Build, Design‑Build, Lease‑Leaseback).
• 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 Registered Communication Cabling Designer Certification (RCDD)
• A valid Project Management certification
• A valid, CTS, CCIE, or ASIS certification
• Experience in Design‑Build projects 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 and network infrastructure including Cisco and Aruba

RESUME SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS

Deadline to submit resume

Friday January 16, 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 III Technology

Approximate Processing Time

Short list post: Week of January 26, 2026
Interviews: Week of February 2, 2026
Number of positions: 1
Anticipated Start: February 2026