Senior Project Manager: Complex Public-Sector Education Builds

Michael Page US; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with employer contribution

Vehicle allowance and fuel reimburse

Paid time off and company holidays

Clear advancement opportunities

Job summary

Michael Page US is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Los Angeles to lead large-scale DSA/LAUSD projects. The role covers every phase from award to closeout, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in GC project management, strong public-sector knowledge, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, and MS Office. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience with a General Contractor.
• Direct experience delivering DSA and/or LAUSD projects required.
• Strong understanding of public works construction and regulatory requirements.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage all phases of construction projects from award through closeout.
• Ensure compliance with DSA, local jurisdictional requirements, and project specifications.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, subcontractor agreements, and procurement logs.
• Lead project meetings with clients, architects, consultants, inspectors, and subcontractors.
• Monitor project financial performance, including cost controls, forecasting, and change management.
• Review RFIs, submittals, design documents, and contract requirements.
• Proactively identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure safety, quality control, and compliance standards are consistently achieved.
• Maintain strong client relationships and drive overall project success.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Public sector knowledge

Risk management

Scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Microsoft Office

Job description

Michael Page US is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Los Angeles to lead large-scale DSA/LAUSD projects. The role covers every phase from award to closeout, with responsibilities spanning budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and stakeholder coordination.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in GC project management, strong public-sector knowledge, and proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project, Primavera P6, and MS Office. Excellent leadership and communication skills are essential.