Project Manager II - Terminal 5 Renovation & Reconstruction

Cornerstone Concilium•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the development and implementation of work packages and Task Orders. May provide direction and input on projects from design development stage through construction. Ensures Designers and Contractors are meeting CEQA/NEPA and/or Entitlement requirements. Assists in facilitating coordination with other LAWA divisions and regulatory agencies (Planning, FAA, TSA, AQMD, SHPO, EPA, etc.) as appropriate. Assist in implementing messaging plan, notices, contingency planning and other tasks as needed. Project and Position Description The Terminal 5 Renovation & Reconstruction (T5 R&R) Low Voltage Special Systems (LVSS) Project Manager reports to the T5 R&R Terminal Project Manager and is responsible for driving and overseeing design and execution of all IT, special systems and technology systems for the T5 R&R project. The T5 R&R LVSS PM provides oversight of the design-builders design and execution of IT disciplines per LAWA standards. This position will act as the primary IT liaison and airport/owner representative responsible for T5 R&R project. Primarily, this role/individual shall act as a liaison between the project and Information Management & Technology (IMT) and manage the details required to execute this effort and rollout without impact to airport or airline operations. Successful candidate shall display experience with large stakeholder infaces ensuring inclusion, while understanding and driving the small details that go into signage design concepts, installation and activation. The Terminal 5 Program covers the full demolition and rebuild of the Terminal 5 headhouse and concourse, as well as various enabling scopes to vacate the existing building. Key Identifiers for the Position Project Manager and Technical/Construction Leader with experience in an operating/active environment Knowledge in IT design and construction practices and methodologies Management of project within budget and schedule constraints while maintaining all necessary scope elements Leader in stakeholder engagement to identity, communicate, resolution and accomplishment their needs, while preserving the principles and criteria of the project scope, schedule and budget constraints Knowledge in design and construction contracting practices and methodologies Knowledge and experience in the project design life cycle from Concept to Project Definition Book to Permit to Bulletins Knowledge and experience in the project construction life cycle from Pre-Construction to estimating/buyout to phasing to implementation to Closeout Ability to assemble KPIs and decisions needed for Governance and presentation to others, including the executive staff Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved Developing and maintaining a high level of team morale through professionalism that reflects well on the project team, external stakeholders and LAWA/internal stakeholders

Requirements

10 years or more experience, preferably on airport projects
Experience with projects more than $50 million in value.
Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build
Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations
Bachelors degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred
Familiarity with digital content management systems and other airport IT systems

Nice To Haves

Master's degree preferred
Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc. or any other relevant professional license or certifications.

Responsibilities

Primary liaison with ITM representative responsible for directing and managing the T5 IT implementation
Responsible for scope development and scope management of the project to meet project goals and objectives
Develop the RFP and oversee the procurement process for designers and contractors
Providing direction and management for assigned project and ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
Planning and defining program goals and devising methods to accomplish them, developing in-depth knowledge of owner objectives, contract terms, and airport policies
Planning, directing, supervising and controlling the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the IT portion of the T5 R&R project
Working with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plan for the various elements of a project
Oversees owners staff that manages full project delivery including stakeholder interfaces
Managing project scope to meet or exceed project goals and objectives
Abilities to identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructability issues
Ability to conduct field surveys and investigations to capture detailed and accurate field conditions. This information shall be used to enable strategic design and construction decisions
Maintaining documentation on the approved scope of work for the project to include all related agreements, authorizations, reports, drawings and specifications. This documentation shall include narratives for all scopes of work as well as a coordinated CAD representation including all projects for key disciplines
Coordinating with other T5 R&R Design Managers on resolution of technical design issues, issuing design non-compliances, issuing field non-conformances, timely processing of RFIs, coordinating shop drawing reviews, participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests, coordinating material approvals, coordinating mock up approvals, providing reports, drawings and specification interpretation, participation in testing and commissioning activities, managing the punch list process and other activities as required to ensure the design process supports the project goals
Coordinating with the T5 R&R Sr. Design Manager who will be managing the Design Review Team (DRT) design review process for assigned project(s) through all phases of design including significant design changes during construction.
Monitoring and leading efforts related to the permitting process required by the design team and contractor
Overseeing the construction process to remove and mitigate obstacles that cause inefficiencies to the construction process
Becoming thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected
Ensuring all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFIs
Working with designers, contractors and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priorities
Keeping alert to possible problem areas and taking preventative action to ensure critical milestones are met for each phase of the project
Ensuring the use of safe and sound construction practices
Preparing reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management
Reviewing change proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fair market value
Preparing a monthly risk report for the Program Board
Monitoring adherence to Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required and promoting excellence on the project through the application of Quality Assurance processes
Enforcing the program requirements for all areas of the project and monitoring the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria
Reviewing pay applications to ensure proper verification of completed work and compliance with contract requirements
Working with the key project individual to devise and execute action plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work
Assuring that current and timely change orders are documented and administered properly
Participating in all necessary coordination meeting with designer, contractor and stakeholders
Managing the closeout process to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs
Safety performance well above industry standards
Providing technical review of changes to scope of work for each project
Establishing IT submittal approval procedures and ensure uniformity of review approach
Auditing project team IT comments and designer responses
Providing guidance related to the functional requirements contained in the technical specifications or other project documents supplied by LAWA
Monitoring BIM productions of IT designers and contractors according to LAWA BIM Standards, the BIM Execution Plan, and needs of the T5 R&R project.
Providing technical support and coordination between the T5 R&R project team and other TDIP project teams for program consistency across all disciplines
Providing technical Support for adjacent LAWA projects as required to ensure accurate interface
Providing technical coordination for project consistency across all disciplines
Assisting with preparing and reviewing briefings, meeting agendas, and supporting materials for various meetings including Board presentations, Steering Committee meeting, Stakeholder outreach, and other TDIP meetings