Senior Construction Project Manager

Turner & Townsend; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead aviation projects in Los Angeles. This role demands extensive experience in managing complex construction projects, ensuring they meet organizational goals while adhering to timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and communication skills, with a proven track record of overseeing multi-million dollar projects. Join a dynamic team that values client-centric solutions and excellence in project delivery. If you are passionate about shaping the built environment and have a knack for strategic oversight, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in construction/project management, with 5+ years on projects over $20M.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor construction progress through site visits and status reviews.
• Collaborate with LAWA leadership to ensure project alignment with goals.
• Prepare project status reports and manage budget reviews.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Analytical skills

Financial/business analysis

Problem-solving

Ability to read and understand architectural drawings

Detail-oriented

Education

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

15 years of professional experience in Construction

5 years coordinating complex projects over $20M

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

MS Project

Job description

Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.

Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations — adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client’s vision.

Job Description

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager for aviation projects in Los Angeles.

All of the duties associated with the Senior Project Manager, plus specialized experience and/or expertise required for the successful delivery of aviation projects. Oversees the fulfilment of LAWA's overarching organizational goals by coordinating activities and interdependencies between multiple project teams with a focus on the strategy and delivery of the overarching program on behalf of LAWA. Monitors key performance indicators for project and overall program progress, resources, budget, risks and opportunities. Collaborates and communicates with LAWA leadership and project team leaders to review progress and tackle issues as they arise.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction.
• Review status of work completed during the period covered.
• Review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status.
• Review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance.
• Review of change orders.
• Review of Developer's monthly job cost reports and opine on adequacy of contingency.
• Review of construction and disbursement schedules.
• Review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
• Prepare project status reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural/engineering best practices.
• Analyze the Developer's direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
• Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect's qualification statements.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted documents including but not limited to:
• Zoning approvals
• Certified surveys
• Building permits and approvals
• Utility company approval letters
• Soil and foundation engineering reports
• Designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
• Ability to effectively present information.
• Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
• Ability to calculate complex figures.
• Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
• Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
• Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
• Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
• Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
• Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
• Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
• Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements.
• Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building types and systems.
• Passion for being detail oriented and highly organized.

Education and Experience:

• Fifteen (15) years full-time paid professional experience in Construction and/or a combination of Project and Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction.
• Five (5) of the fifteen (15) years should have full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values in excess of $20M.
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• Minimum eight or more years' construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.
• Managed a project controls team.
• Licensure as either a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect is desired.

Additional Information

The salary range for this full-time role is $140k-$185k per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.

*Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.

Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.