Senior Project Manager II - Construction

CLMI Group

Los Angeles (CA)

On-site

USD 205,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k)

401k Matching

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life

Job summary

CLMI Group is seeking a Senior Project Manager II to manage construction projects for the Los Angeles Unified School District. The role emphasizes project oversight, dispute resolution, and fiscal management, requiring significant expertise in large educational or commercial projects.

Candidates must have at least 17 years of experience along with relevant educational qualifications. The position offers a competitive salary range of $205,000-220,000 and encompasses various benefits, including health care and retirement plans.

Qualifications

17 years of full-time project/construction management experience.
5 years managing large projects exceeding $50 million.
Experience in educational facility construction or large commercial projects.

Responsibilities

Manage construction oversight to OARs.
Resolve construction-related disputes and issues.
Monitor construction project progress and schedules.

Skills

Project oversight

Dispute resolution

Fiscal management

Contract administration

Quality control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

CCM credential within one year

Tools

Building Information Modeling (BIM)

Job description

Overview

CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.

Position Title

Senior Project Manager II

Location

Los Angeles Unified School District (This position is on-site in Los Angeles, California and candidates must be willing and able to commute to the office and make site visits as necessary)

Duties

Manages and provides construction oversight to OARs
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

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

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.

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.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

CLMI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Compensation

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.