Senior Project Manager

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

Job summary

Savills is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager in Los Angeles to lead design and construction projects from inception through closeout, coordinating multiple workstreams and stakeholders to deliver on time and within budget.

In this client-facing role, you will manage teams, oversee design and procurement, and ensure quality across all phases. The position requires four days per week in person with Fridays remote, plus occasional travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction or related field.
• 8+ years in design/construction with on-site experience.
• Construction-focused PM role, not IT/administrative.
• Experience with GMP methodology.
• Experience managing teams and client relationships.
• Strong budget and schedule management understanding.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of the project lifecycle, from pre-design through closeout.
• Oversee architectural and engineering design processes with architects, engineers and consultants.
• Manage design review and value engineering, providing technical oversight.
• Oversee preparation and coordination of construction documents, ensuring compliance with long lead and permitting requirements.
• Manage bidding and procurement for general contractors, including RFPs and negotiations.
• Monitor construction progress via field reports, schedule analysis, and budget tracking; manage RFIs and change orders.
• Conduct site visits to monitor construction progress.
• Manage vendors, consultants and subcontractors for QA/QC and cost control.
• Create and implement project schedule and budget; manage risks and decisions.
• Maintain client relationships and develop industry network.
• Lead project team members and support senior staff with executive communications.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Budget management

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture / Engineering / Construction

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.

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:

Find your place to thrive.

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.