Senior Project Manager

The Tsui Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 153,000 - 158,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Vacation Pay

Sick Pay

Holiday Pay

401k Contribution

Monthly Cell Phone Stipend

Laptop for Work

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee educational facility construction projects in Los Angeles County. This pivotal role involves resolving complex issues, managing large-scale programs, and ensuring projects meet their timelines and budgets. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in project management, particularly in educational facilities, and will be instrumental in guiding teams through the intricacies of construction management. With a focus on quality control and fiscal oversight, this position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the educational landscape while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage and a generous salary range.

Qualifications

• 17 years of professional project/construction management experience required.
• Experience managing large programs with projects over $50 million.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex construction project issues and disputes.
• Monitor construction project progress and fiscal management.

Skills

Project Management

Construction Management

Dispute Resolution

Cost Control

Contract Administration

BIM

LEED Certification

Public Works Projects

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management

Certified Construction Manager (CCM)

Tools

Construction Project Database

Scheduling Software

Job description

The Tsui Group is seeking a candidate who is qualified and experienced in educational facility construction projects to serve as a Senior Project Manager for a large educational client within Los Angeles County with the below 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

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: There are 4 ways to meet the education requirement:

• 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

Salary and Benefits:

• Salary Range: $153,000-$158,000
• Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee*
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 13 days of Holiday pay
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes