Assistant Facilities Development Manager

Los Angeles Unified School District

20h • $11,890 - $14,725

About The Position

The Assistant Facilities Development Manager assists with planning and coordinating pre-construction activities for new school construction and modernization projects. The role supports Facilities Development Managers and other assigned staff in overseeing the redevelopment, modernization, management, and pre-construction work associated with school facilities. Work includes contributing to project planning and coordination, monitoring project schedules and costs, resolving issues, coordinating with District branches and external agencies, and preparing project and Board-related materials.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university, preferably in construction management, engineering, architecture, urban design, or a related field; qualifying experience may substitute year for year, provided the applicant has graduated from high school or has equivalent educational proficiency.
• Four years of full-time, paid professional experience managing pre-construction activities, architectural planning, design, construction, or development of major facilities. A relevant master’s degree may substitute for up to two years of required experience.
• Valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle in California and use of a motor vehicle.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in K–12 facility planning, design, development, and/or construction.
• Working knowledge of project definition and scope development; architectural design and design management; real estate development and building construction; urban planning and development; construction contract administration; public works agreements, bidding documents, and contractual requirements; program and project management; the Public Contract Code, contract law, scheduling, estimating, demolition, and environmental assessment; budget planning and control; bond funding terminology and provisions; and Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership for facilities planning and development; oversee multiple operations and projects; evaluate pre-construction project team effectiveness; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and impartially analyze claims and disputes.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, adaptability to changing priorities, and ability to prepare and present clear reports and recommendations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing project scope and coordinating architectural planning, design, funding, and development of school facilities.
• Provide functional support for pre-construction project schedules, cost control, issue resolution, and quality control.
• Review pre-construction project status and monitor schedule and budget variances.
• Assist with obtaining and reviewing real property title, easement, and survey information for District-owned land.
• Coordinate pre-construction program activities and work products with other District branches and departments.
• Help resolve pre-construction issues, including differences of opinion, schedule conflicts, and disagreements about efficient approaches to surveying, planning redevelopment and modernization, or creating new facilities.
• Review, recommend, and implement program- and project-level policy and procedural improvements.
• Coordinate with utility and government agency representatives to obtain timely action during project phases.
• Assess bid specifications for District needs and the likelihood of completion within specified timelines.
• Prepare presentation and Board report materials and assist with presentations to Board Members’ staff, District administrators, and public agency representatives.
• Assist with preparing bid specifications and documents for interim housing, demolition and abatement, surveys, site assessment reports, and other pre-construction activities.
• Review and verify payment applications and assist with fiscal management of multiple redevelopment and modernization projects.

Benefits

• District-paid premiums for a choice of medical, dental, and vision plans for employees and dependents.
• Life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• 24 vacation days each year.
• Up to 13 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level