Senior Construction Manager, Education Projects (DSA)

Cordoba Corporation; Torrance (CA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Overview

Cordoba is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager (SCM) to lead El Camino College projects. Serving as a key representative for our team and a primary point of contact for our client. This role requires a confident, client‑facing professional with exceptional communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic project environment. Experience in educational facility construction, public works, DSA, and/or large commercial projects is required.

Responsibilities

• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the pre‑construction, bid and award, construction, and close‑out phases of all assigned projects.
• Oversee day‑to‑day construction activities for various projects, ensuring alignment with district goals, timelines, and quality standards
• Serve as the primary liaison between the client, contractors, consultants, and internal teams
• Manage project schedules, budgets, and documentation with precision and accountability
• Lead coordination efforts across multiple disciplines, resolving issues proactively
• Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and DSA requirements
• Provide clear, consistent communication to stakeholders at all levels
• Monitor construction progress and implement corrective actions as needed
• Support procurement, contract administration, and change management processes

Qualifications

• 10–15 years of construction management experience in similar education facilities, particularly in DSA jurisdiction
• Proven experience in:
  • Athletic field construction
  • Modular building installations
  • Ground‑up construction
• DSAexperience is required
• Strong client‑facing presence with excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
• Solid understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and project controls

Preferred

• Institutional/Higher Ed experience preferred but not required
• Experience working for an owner, CM firm, and/or general contractor on large construction projects of $20M+ is a plus

Salary Range: $160,000 to $175,000 yearly

Location: Torrance, CA

Work Environment: Onsite

Benefits

Benefits and Perks:We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well‑being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well‑being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment‑Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.