Senior Project Manager

STV Construction Incorporated; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Back-Up Dependent Care

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Program

Professional Licensure and Society 1

Job summary

STV Construction Incorporated in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead capital improvement projects from initiation through closeout. The role oversees scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk as an owner’s representative on public sector or educational facilities projects.

The successful candidate will manage multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with LAUSD and other stakeholders, and ensure safety, efficiency, and alignment with district objectives while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience overseeing large capital construction projects.
• Experience serving as an owner's representative on public sector, K-12, higher education, or institutional projects.
• Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing consultants and contractors.
• Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and risk management.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and construction/project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of assigned capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.
• Develop and implement project execution strategies aligned with district goals, budgets, schedules, and quality standards.
• Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction activities while ensuring technical excellence.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously and balance priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• Assemble, lead, and mentor project teams and coordinate with district stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelors in CM/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Project

MS Office Suite

Job description

STV is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our Construction Management group in Los Angeles, CA. This leadership role is responsible for managing the planning, execution, and delivery of complex capital improvement projects from initiation through closeout. The Senior Project Manager provides strategic oversight of project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and stakeholder coordination while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with District objectives. The ideal candidate is an experienced owner's representative with a strong background in public sector or educational facilities construction, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to successfully manage multiple projects and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership & Delivery Lead all phases of assigned capital improvement projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Develop and implement project execution strategies that align with District goals, budgets, schedules, and quality standards. Oversee engineering, procurement, and construction activities while ensuring technical excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Manage multiple projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and stakeholder expectations.
• Project Management Manage project scope, schedule, budget, cash flow, quality, procurement, and risk. Monitor project performance and proactively identify and resolve issues that may impact project success. Review project schedules, cost reports, forecasts, and change orders to ensure alignment with established objectives. Ensure compliance with LAUSD standards, applicable building codes, regulatory requirements, and contract documents.
• Leadership & Team Management Assemble, lead, and mentor project teams while providing direction to project managers, project engineers, and other support staff. Assign responsibilities, establish project priorities, and monitor team performance. Foster collaboration among internal teams, consultants, contractors, and district stakeholders.
• Client & Stakeholder Management Serve as the primary point of contact between LAUSD, consultants, contractors, architects, engineers, and project stakeholders. Establish and maintain strong working relationships while providing regular updates on project status, milestones, budgets, and risks. Lead project meetings and facilitate timely decision-making among project participants.
• Financial & Risk Management Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and resource plans. Monitor expenditures against approved budgets and recommend corrective actions when necessary. Evaluate project risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain project objectives. Review and negotiate changes, claims, and contract modifications as needed.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field. Minimum 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience overseeing large capital construction projects. Experience serving as an owner's representative on public sector, K-12, higher education, or institutional projects. Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning and design through construction and closeout. Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, contract administration, and risk management. Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and managing consultants and contractors. Excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and construction/project management software.

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with California public works contracting and DSA requirements. PMP (Project Management Professional) certification. CCM (Certified Construction Manager) certification. Professional Engineer (PE), Registered Architect (RA), or other relevant professional licensure.

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $179,925.15 - $205,628.74

Benefits

• Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
• Disability insurance
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Counseling
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days)
• Paid Holidays (9 days)
• Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
• Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
• Continuing Education Program
• Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. Headquartered in New York City, the company has more than 65 offices and 3,400 employees who reimagine the solutions and structures that connect our communities. The firm is ranked 32nd in Engineering News-Record’s Top 500 Design Firms survey and is 10th in its transportation category. STV is deeply committed to investing in its people and creating a world-class employee experience. We are passionate about mentoring, coaching and cultivating our talent because we know they are destined to become the next generation of industry leaders. We’re also committed to delivering formative career experiences – and we do that by providing challenging and unique work experiences, by mapping multiple ways to advance (beyond the traditional career ladder!) and by recognizing those who successfully chart new and exciting paths for the firm. We value a wide range of perspectives and experiences, without regard to any factor or characteristic, regardless of whether it is a category protected by federal, state and/or local law, making them an integral part of how we work. Our approach ensures that every individual is respected, heard, and given opportunities to contribute meaningfully. We remove barriers and create pathways for growth, embedding fairness into our daily operations. Learn more atstvinc.com. STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more.

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.