Senior Project Manager

Savills North America; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Savills North America is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Los Angeles to lead complex design and construction projects from inception to closeout. You will coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors, manage budgets and schedules, and ensure client goals are met with top quality.

The role requires 8+ years of experience in design/construction, GMP familiarity, and strong leadership to manage teams and client relationships. In-person work four days weekly with Friday remote is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction.
• 8+ years of relevant design/construction experience on-site.
• This is a construction-focused technical PM role, not IT or admin.
• Experience with GMP methodology is required.
• Proven ability to manage teams and client relationships.
• Strong budget and schedule management skills.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Ability to work in person in Los Angeles four days per week, with Friday remote.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the project lifecycle from pre-design through closeout.
• Coordinate architecture, engineering, and consultants across teams.
• Manage design review, value engineering, and technical oversight.
• Prepare and coordinate construction documents with long-lead items.
• Lead bidding, procurement, and contractor contract negotiations.
• Monitor progress with field reports, schedules, and budgets.
• Manage RFIs, change orders, and punch lists.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress.
• Oversee vendors, consultants, and subcontractors for QA/QC and financials.
• Develop and implement project schedule and budget controls.
• Anticipate risks and guide decision-making with clients.
• Maintain client relationships and grow industry networks.
• Lead project teams and support executive communications when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Team management

Budget management

Schedule management

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Problem solving

In-person collaboration

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction

Management or related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Savills is an organization full of extraordinary individuals. Brilliant people who are driven to succeed, hungry to remain at the forefront of their specialties, and eager to propel themselves, our clients, and our business forward. We are one of the preeminent commercial real estate firms with services ranging from tenant representation and project management to workplace strategy and occupant experience - showcasing the breadth and depth of our expertise.

Find your place to thrive.

No matter the role you’re in, we all share one purpose: to help people thrive through places and spaces. The DNA ingrained in our business guides us on this mission, shaping the way we behave to deliver the best results. When you join Savills, our ask for you is simple:

Be extraordinary, together

ABOUT THE ROLE

Savills’ Project and Program Management (PPM) group is a quality-driven consulting team serving clients across a range of sectors, including corporate, educational, healthcare, hospitality, retail, non-profit institutional, and commercial/residential real estate development.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with at least 8 years of experience leading design and construction projects from inception through closeout, coordinating multiple workstreams across diverse stakeholder groups. This is a delivery-focused, client-facing role responsible for managing all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, design coordination, procurement, construction execution, and project closeout.

This role is suited for a candidate who combines technical design/construction expertise with strong client management, team leadership, and operational discipline. The individual will lead projects independently, manage internal and external teams, and ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.

This role is based in Los Angeles and requires in-person attendance four days per week, with Friday remote unless client needs require otherwise. Travel may be required based on client or project needs.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead all phases of the project lifecycle, from pre-design through closeout, ensuring alignment with the client’s goals, scope, budget, and timeline
• Oversee architectural and engineering design processes, including coordinating with architects, interior designers, MEP/Structural/Civil engineers, Technology Teams and other consultants
• Manage the design review and value engineering process, providing technical oversight
• Oversee the preparation and coordination of construction documents, ensuring completeness and alignment with long lead and regulatory / permitting requirements
• Manage the bidding and procurement process for general contractors, including the development of RFPs, bid leveling and contract negotiation
• Monitor construction progress through regular field reports, schedule analysis, and budget tracking; proactively manage RFIs, change orders, and punch lists
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress
• Manage all vendors, consultants and sub-contractors involved with the project for QA/QC, day-to-day schedule alignment, contractual obligations and from a project financial perspective
• Create and implement the project schedule and budget, cost and quality
• Anticipate potential risks and guide decision-making when unforeseen situations arise
• Maintain client relationships and develop a network within the industry
• Lead project team members and direct project activities
• Support senior team members, when applicable, with executive project-related communications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, Construction
• Management or a related field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in design/construction methodologies and processes with on- site experience
• This is a construction-focused technical project management role, not an IT or administrative project position
• Experience with GMP methodology required
• Experience managing others and fostering client relationships with a wide variety of personality types
• A working understanding of budget and schedule management
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in person in Los Angeles four days per week, with Friday remote unless client needs require otherwise

Savills values a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Savills participates in the E-Verify program.