Construction Project Manager - Owner’s Representative (OAR II)

MAAS Companies•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) is undertaking a massive construction program, involving new wing constructions and historic campus modernizations. As an Owner's Authorized Representative (OAR II), you will act as the owner's representative on-site, leading projects from pre-construction and bid award through construction and final DSA closeout. You will serve as the central point of contact between the contractor, architects, and school staff, ensuring projects stay on schedule, within budget, and meet the District's quality standards. Your role involves negotiating change orders, resolving field issues, and ensuring construction activities do not disrupt the primary mission of educating students.

Requirements

15 years of full-time professional construction experience.
At least 5 years of full responsibility for complex projects valued at $20M or more.
A degree in Architecture, Engineering, or CM (OR 20+ years of experience and a CCM credential).
Deep experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes and public works requirements.
The ability to negotiate with contractors from a position of knowledge.
OSHA 30 certification.

Responsibilities

Full oversight of assigned projects from pre-construction through project financial closeout and DSA certification.
Daily management of the contractor’s activities, including schedule reviews, submittals, and responding to RFCs.
Monitoring the project budget and schedule monthly to ensure they accurately reflect the actual progress on the ground.
Negotiation of Contractor Change Order Proposals to ensure the District gets a fair price and that schedule impacts are minimized.
Coordination with public agencies and District departments to comply with off-site work requirements and internal policies.
Leading the delivery of fixtures, furniture, and equipment (FF&E) to ensure the school is ready for students on day one.