Project Manager - LSC

Govan Brown•Los Angeles, CA

3d•$100,000 - $170,000

About The Position

The Project Manager plans, monitors, and controls project costs to help ensure construction projects are delivered within approved budgets. The role covers cost forecasting, budget control, financial reporting, and coordination with project, commercial, and procurement teams to identify risks and improve cost efficiency throughout the project lifecycle. The Project Manager champions “The Layton Way” by delivering predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers, and supports “Constructing with Integrity” through honesty, unity, safety, and quality of work. The role also provides cost advice to project management and senior leadership and assists with project budgeting and financial closeout.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
Minimum 5 years of construction management experience.
Minimum 2 years of experience in estimating or cost controls within the construction industry.
Proven experience managing costs for large-scale construction projects in residential, commercial, industrial, or infrastructure sectors.
Strong understanding of construction documents and how they interface.
Strong knowledge of cost control principles, budgeting, and estimating.
Proficiency in cost control and project management software, such as Primavera P6 or Procore.
Advanced Excel and financial analysis skills.
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting abilities.
Strong communication and stakeholder coordination skills.
High attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge and use of CMiC is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Help track and maintain project budgets, cost breakdown structures (CBS), and cost control procedures.
Monitor actual project costs against budgets and identify variances.
Determine whether entitlement exists for a change.
Prepare periodic cost reports, cash flow forecasts, and earned value analyses.
Review and validate subcontractor payment applications and progress claims.
Coordinate with planning and scheduling teams to align cost data with project schedules.
Track commitments, expenditures, variations, and change orders.
Analyze cost trends and recommend corrective actions to prevent cost overruns.
Support contract administration, including claims analysis and change management.
Participate in value engineering and cost optimization initiatives.
Ensure accurate cost records and documentation for audits and project close-out.
Provide cost advice to project management and senior leadership.
Assist in preparing final accounts and completing project financial closeout.
Assist in developing budgets for conceptual and schematic changes.
Deliver predictable outcomes for internal teams, external teams, and customers while supporting the company’s integrity, safety, and quality commitments.