Project Manager - Planning & Development

Scott Conner Human Capital Solutions; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in human capital solutions seeks an experienced Project Manager to oversee public and educational projects in Los Angeles. This role entails managing all facets of project development, ensuring effective communication with stakeholders, and maintaining project integrity regarding time and budget. Candidates should possess a strong background with a minimum of 10 years in the field, complemented by a relevant degree or certification.

Qualifications

• 10 years managing public/educational projects required.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management preferred.
• Experience in simultaneous project management needed.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of project development from inception to close-out.
• Coordinate with agencies to complete federal/state requirements.
• Monitor project budgets and status, resolve disputes.

Skills

Project Management

Budget Monitoring

Problem Solving

Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Job description

Duties:

• Manages, oversees and coordinates all facets of pre-construction, project development, bid/award, and project close-out phase of all assigned projects
• Works with the design team to focus on the approved original project scope
• 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 to complete federal and state requirements as needed; coordinates with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
• Monitors project budgets on a monthly basis and ensures that budgets accurately reflect the status/progress of projects
• Resolves complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
• Reviews status and overall planning, design and construction project progress and ensures project scopes stay within the approved project definition
• Assists project team with contracts, bid and contract planning
• Implements project or program policy guidelines and procedures; suggest improvements and implement approved changes
• Evaluates new developments and strategies affecting program objectives and results
• Works with technical personnel to estimate costs of building and alteration projects
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience:

• Minimum 10 years full time paid professional experience managing public/educational or commercial projects; with full responsibility for coordinating complex activities from project inception, project planning, design, project development to close-out
• Experience in managing multiple projects concurrently; proficiency in managing various educational modernization projects is preferred

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year for year basis and demonstrate extensive proficiency in the duties indicated