Senior Construction Manager

Cordoba Corporation • Los Angeles, CA

11h • $175,000 - $190,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Overview Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Senior Construction Manager, OAR II, to join our Education & Facilities Sector. The ideal candidate brings at least 15 years of full‑time project and construction management experience, including oversight of large-scale programs valued at over $20M. A background in educational facility construction, public works, or major commercial projects is essential. Additional details can be found in the full job description.
Our Company Cordoba Corporation: Making a Difference Cordoba Corporation, a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm, has a proven track record of success. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Through close collaboration with our clients, we have consistently delivered complex, high-impact infrastructure projects across California, demonstrating our stability and growth potential. National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes. Statewide Presence—With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a solid presence statewide. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego. Cordoba Corporation: Enhancing Employee Well-Being! At Cordoba Corporation, we value our employees and their well-being. That's why we offer a comprehensive range of benefits and perks. We provide multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance, all of which are subsidized for both employees and dependents. Our benefits package also includes employer-paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry-leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. In addition, employees are eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being. We believe that by taking care of our employees, we can all thrive together. Cordoba Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We believe a diverse and inclusive workforce is essential for our success, and we value and respect every individual's unique contribution. Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees within and beyond the workplace. For inquiries or accommodation, please get in touch with our HR Department at [phone]. Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California’s future! #LI-Onsite

Requirements

• Required Experience: Bachelor’s degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management from a recognized college or university.
• Must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division of the client.
• College undergraduate but possess more than 20 years of Construction or Project Management experience and must complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential, which may substitute for the required education.
• Fifteen (15) years full-time paid professional experience in Construction and/or a combination of Project and Construction Management of Commercial and/or Public/Educational Facility Construction.
• Five (5) of the fifteen (15) years should have full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values in excess of $20M.
• Safety and OSHA Safety Regulations (OSHA 30 minimum).

Nice To Haves

• Design Build Experience.
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).
• Experience with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS).
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI).

Responsibilities

• Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out phases of all assigned projects.
• Review pre-construction documents and submit comments to the Designer as necessary.
• Plans, organizes and prepares reports to upper management with respect to the status and/or progress of the projects.
• Coordinates with all pertinent public agencies during pre-construction and construction to comply with all off-site work coordinates with various District and Project staff.
• Manages both the project budget and schedule to meet the district’s qualitative standards; monitors project budget on a monthly basis and ensures that the budget accurately reflects the project status/progress.
• Manages daily activities of the contractor, reviews contractors’ construction schedules and submittals, and coordinates responses to the contractors’ inquiries through the Requests for Clarifications (RFC) and other related documents.
• Review substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specification and/or District requirements.
• Receives, reviews, and negotiates Contractor Change Order Proposal(s) to achieve a fair & reasonable price in accordance with the General Conditions; reviews and addresses any and all Schedule impacts in accordance with the project specifications in a timely manner.
• Reviews the process and monitors payments for the contractor, architects, engineers, and any other pertinent parties.
• Administers provisions of Professional Service Agreements between Architects and the District.
• Coordinates District delivery of related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
• Monitors and manages project close-out with respect to project certification with the Division of State Architects (DSA) and project financial close-out.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We provide multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance, all of which are subsidized for both employees and dependents.
• Our benefits package also includes employer-paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry-leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.
• We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans.
• In addition, employees are eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

What This Job Offers

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