Project Manager

Kitchell•Los Angeles, CA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Kitchell seeks experienced and dedicated Project Managers to join our California region in the Greater Los Angeles area and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented Construction Services companies in the United States. Provide CM Services over multiple site locations for modernization and tenant improvement projects of civic public facilities. Projects are smaller in scale, but numerous and simultaneous. Expertise with contracts and MS Project is needed. Site visits happen but are infrequent as the scope of responsibility is heavy with pre-construction, scope builds, design reviews, contract reviews, and budget oversight.

Requirements

3 to 7 years of related work experience in project and construction management in the public sector required
Extensive client-facing experience is required as stakeholders are numerous with different responsibilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the advanced ability to foster and maintain effective interpersonal relationships is required
Knowledge of architecture, engineering and construction management industry including current conditions and industry network is required
Proficiency with Microsoft Project is required
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management or related field is preferred
Experience with the Judicial Market sector, the California Department of General Services (DGS), or City and/or County Department of Public Works is strongly preferred
Proficiency with Procore software is preferred
A Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential, a Design Build Institute of America (DBIA) certification, and/or a LEED Professional Accreditation is preferred

Responsibilities

Directs, leads and is accountable for all phases of the projects
Ensures project operations are executed in accordance with client and company project management procedures and policies
Participates in preparation and negotiation of owner contracts and ensures delivery and adherence to contractual requirements and that all aspects of owner contracts are accomplished
Assists owner in the procurement of design professional and consultant services, and administers contracts
Prepares project budget, maintains cost control information, identifies cost impacts, and provides recommendations for cost control
Prepares master project schedule, ensures preparation of construction schedule, assesses any delays, and enforces schedule conformance
Manages and coordinates the design review process and participates in value engineering sessions
Ensures contractor bid interest, organizes, and directs pre-bid conference, analyzes bid results, and recommends bidder for contract award
Organizes and directs preconstruction activities
Oversee and evaluates preconstruction and construction progress and team performance to ensure conformance with schedule, budget, and contractual requirements.
Ensures preparation and distribution of construction observation reports, progress status reports, schedules, pay applications and cost control reports
Oversee orderly project closeout efforts, organization of project documentation and coordination of warranty work
Executes additional duties and responsibilities as assigned