Junior M&O Project/Program Manager

KKCS • Florence-Graham, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

Our integrated services span digital, advisory, and delivery, empowering organizations to navigate complexity, manage risk, and achieve strategic goals in sectors including aviation, transportation, transit, water, healthcare, energy, education, government, commercial, life sciences, and technology.

At Consertus, we celebrate individual strengths, foster strong relationships, and promote flexibility in how and where we work. Join us to grow your career, develop your skills, and make a lasting impact as we transform how the world is built.

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About this Role:

Consertus has an exciting full-time opportunity in Los Angeles, CA, for an experienced
Junior M&O Project/Project Manager (Planning & Development)
supporting the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Facilities Services Division – Maintenance & Operations (M&O), Planning & Development (P&D).

Requirements

• Minimum of five (5) years of full-time paid professional experience in Project/Construction Management, preferably supporting educational facilities and/or public agency projects, with involvement across all phases of construction (including pre-construction planning, monitoring construction progress, and close-out activities).
• Experience with construction safety protocols, Cal/OSHA requirements, and environmental procedures.
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year-for-year basis and demonstrate extensive proficiency in the duties indicated.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Bluebeam
• Adobe
• AutoCAD
• Report writing
• Revit and Revit Enscape
• ArcGIS

Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination and oversight of all facets of pre-construction, project development, bid/award, and project close-out for assigned projects.
• Work closely with the Planning & Development Project Manager (PDPM) to validate existing site conditions in preparation of project scope.
• Draft concept drawings to support visualization of project scope.
• Review design team feedback and proposed scopes of work; provide recommendations to the PDPM.
• Draft project status/progress reports for the PDPM and management.
• Coordinate with pertinent public agencies to complete federal and state requirements as needed; coordinate with utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion.
• Support the PDPM in monitoring project budgets and ensuring budgets accurately reflect project status and progress.
• Assist with reviewing project status and overall planning, design, and construction progress; help ensure scope remains within the approved project definition.
• Assist the project team with A/E contracts, bid planning, and contract planning.
• Assist with development of project/program policy guidelines and procedures; suggest improvements.
• Recommend new developments and strategies affecting program objectives and results.
• Work with technical personnel to estimate building costs and changes.
• Maintain facility inventory maps using AutoCAD.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

What This Job Offers

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