Project Manager II

Hill international•Los Angeles, CA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Hill International is seeking a Project Manager II in Los Angeles, California. This role serves as the primary technical liaison for MEPF systems, managing the design scope and ensuring alignment with operational requirements. The Project Manager II will lead procurement and technical evaluation of consultants, contractors, and vendors, and oversee installation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities. This position involves developing and managing budgets, schedules, and resource plans, coordinating with stakeholders to minimize operational disruptions, and identifying and resolving technical, constructability, and integration challenges. The role also includes conducting field investigations and infrastructure assessments, and maintaining comprehensive documentation for design criteria, submittals, testing, and commissioning records. Responsibilities also extend to reviewing and responding to RFIs, submittals, and technical change proposals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field (required)
10+ years managing MEP systems design and construction
Experience with large-scale infrastructure (airport experience preferred)
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Building Automation Systems (BAS), Electrical power monitoring systems, HVAC and control interfaces, Fire alarm and life safety systems, Revit / BIM coordination tools
Demonstrated coordination of MEPF and controls systems
Project manager and technical leader with strong MEPF experience in active operational environments
Proven ability to manage complex building systems within budget and schedule constraints
Strong stakeholder engagement skills for technical coordination across MEPF and specialty systems
In-depth knowledge of MEPF design standards, codes, commissioning, and system performance
Experience across the full MEPF lifecycle (concept through turnover)
Experience with system integration (BAS, power, HVAC, life safety, controls)
Ability to develop performance metrics and executive reporting indicators
Experience coordinating with operations and maintenance teams
Ability to lead multidisciplinary teams (designers, contractors, operators, etc.)
May assume other duties as required/needed

Nice To Haves

Master's degree (preferred)
Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications

Responsibilities

Serve as primary technical liaison for MEPF systems
Manage MEPF design scope and ensure alignment with operational requirements
Lead procurement and technical evaluation of consultants, contractors, and vendors
Oversee installation, testing, startup, and commissioning activities
Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and resource plans
Coordinate with stakeholders to minimize operational disruptions
Identify and resolve technical, constructability, and integration challenges
Conduct field investigations and infrastructure assessments
Maintain documentation for design criteria, submittals, testing, and commissioning records
Review and respond to RFIs, submittals, and technical change proposals
Mechanical and electrical codes
Fire and life safety systems
Energy and sustainability standards
Airport operational requirements
Coordinate system shutdowns, tie-ins, and phasing plans
Evaluate contractor performance and approve pay applications
Prepare technical progress and readiness reports
As-built documentation
O&M manuals
Training coordination
Warranty tracking