Senior Construction Project Manager

PMCS Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee large-scale construction projects. This role demands extensive experience in project management, particularly in educational and public works sectors. The ideal candidate will lead teams, resolve disputes, and ensure projects are completed on time and within budget. With a commitment to collaboration and quality, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on various high-profile projects. Join a dynamic team that values partnership and innovation in construction management.

Qualifications

• 17 years of project/construction management experience required.
• Must manage large programs with projects over $50 million.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex construction project issues and disputes.
• Manage construction oversight and monitor project progress.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Leadership

Conflict Resolution

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

This position is located in Los Angeles, CA and provides relocation assistance.

Senior Project Manager (SPM) I / II
Required Experience:

• 17 years full time paid professional project/construction management experience
• 5 years of experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $50 million (not cumulative)
• 5 years' experience in educational facility construction, public works or large commercial projects (may include projects outside of California)

Additional Preferred Experience:

• Design Build Experience
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS)
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes

Required Education:

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

OR

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree. Candidate must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division of the Los Angeles Unified School District.

OR

• College undergraduate but possess more than 20 years of Construction or Project Management experience and must complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division.

OR

• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential at the time of resume submission which may substitute for the required education

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors

SPM I Duties:

• Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements
• Develops, assigns, and monitors performance of OARs relative to assigned construction projects
• Reviews status and overall construction project progress relative to submitted construction schedules
• Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the district
• Assists Regional Directors and other Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning
• Assesses bid specifications according to District needs and probability of completion under stated timeline
• Reviews status and monitors variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting
• Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects
• Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control
• Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for Architects and related consultants
• Coordinates program activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Asset Management Branch, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, and local districts
• Reviews and takes recommended actions in resolving disputes relative to construction projects
• Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

SPM II Duties:

• Manages and provides construction oversight to OARs
• Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements
• Develops, assigns, and monitors performance of OARs relative to assigned construction projects
• Reviews status and overall construction project progress relative to submitted construction schedules
• Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the District
• Assists Regional Directors and other Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning
• Assesses bid specifications for District need and probability of completion under stated timeline
• Reviews status and monitors variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting
• Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects
• Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control
• Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for the architect and related consultants
• Coordinates program activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Asset Management Branch, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, and local districts
• Reviews and takes recommended actions in resolving disputes relative to construction projects
• Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Company Description

PMCS Group is a full service project management, construction management and inspection services firm with over 18 years’ experience in successful project delivery. Since our inception in 2005, our team has supported numerous entities and public works projects in the Southern California region. Our team is currently supporting entities such as the City of Los Angeles, Bureaus of Engineering, Sanitation, and Street Services; Los Angeles County Department of Public Works; Port of Long Beach; Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority; Los Angeles Unified School District; Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), and; California State University Long Beach, to name a few. Our team’s commitment to partnering has led to the successful delivery of over $4B worth of projects without any claims.

PMCS has expanded our expertise into the private sector, particularly focusing on large scale advanced technology and mission critical projects. Our team has delivered microchip manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, labs and large scale data center facilities. We’ve expanded our reach into Northern California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Texas, and other states. PMCS supports entities such as QTS Data Centers, Vantage Data Centers, Cologix Data Centers, Intel, Lam Research, Samsung, TSMC, and others.

PMCS Group’s project portfolio also includes numerous public facility projects, such as the Port of Long Beach Fireboat Station 20 project, major water resource projects, including the City of LA / LAWA Argo Drain Sub-Basin Facility Project, and major educational projects, like the California State University Long Beach Parkside North Housing Residence Project. We bring extensive transportation and infrastructure project experience, including our work as a joint venture partner on LACMTA’s Purple Line Project and our work on LA County Department of Public Works’ Santa Anita dam.

We believe that every project success is based on partnering, collaboration, and consolidating resource pools to provide our clients with the optimum balance of flexibility and responsiveness needed to achieve high quality results for the best value.

Company Description

PMCS Group is a full service project management, construction management and inspection services firm with over 18 years’ experience in successful project delivery. Since our inception in 2005, our team has supported numerous entities and public works projects in the Southern California region. Our team is currently supporting entities such as the City of Los Angeles, Bureaus of Engineering, Sanitation, and Street Services; Los Angeles County Department of Public Works; Port of Long Beach; Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority; Los Angeles Unified School District; Los Angeles Community College District (LACCD), and; California State University Long Beach, to name a few. Our team’s commitment to partnering has led to the successful delivery of over $4B worth of projects without any claims.

PMCS has expanded our expertise into the private sector, particularly focusing on large scale advanced technology and mission critical projects. Our team has delivered microchip manufacturing facilities, cleanrooms, labs and large scale data center facilities. We’ve expanded our reach into Northern California, Arizona, Oregon, Washington, Texas, and other states. PMCS supports entities such as QTS Data Centers, Vantage Data Centers, Cologix Data Centers, Intel, Lam Research, Samsung, TSMC, and others.

PMCS Group’s project portfolio also includes numerous public facility projects, such as the Port of Long Beach Fireboat Station 20 project, major water resource projects, including the City of LA / LAWA Argo Drain Sub-Basin Facility Project, and major educational projects, like the California State University Long Beach Parkside North Housing Residence Project. We bring extensive transportation and infrastructure project experience, including our work as a joint venture partner on LACMTA’s Purple Line Project and our work on LA County Department of Public Works’ Santa Anita dam.

We believe that every project success is based on partnering, collaboration, and consolidating resource pools to provide our clients with the optimum balance of flexibility and responsiveness needed to achieve high quality results for the best value.