Senior Construction Manager

Cordoba Corporation•Torrance, CA

4d•$160,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Cordoba is seeking an experienced Senior Construction Manager (SCM) to lead El Camino College projects. Serving as a key representative for our team and a primary point of contact for our client. This role requires a confident, client‑facing professional with exceptional communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with multiple stakeholders in a dynamic project environment. Experience in educational facility construction, public works, DSA, and/or large commercial projects is required.

Requirements

10–15 years of construction management experience in similar education facilities, particularly in DSA jurisdiction
Proven experience in: Athletic field construction, Modular building installations, Ground-up construction
DSA experience is required
Strong client‑facing presence with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
Solid understanding of construction processes, scheduling, and project controls

Nice To Haves

Institutional/Higher Ed experience preferred but not required
Experience working for an owner, CM firm, and/or general contractor on large construction projects of $20M+ is a plus

Responsibilities

Manages, oversees, and coordinates all facets of the pre-construction, bid and award, construction, and close-out phases of all assigned projects.
Oversee day‑to‑day construction activities for various projects, ensuring alignment with district goals, timelines, and quality standards
Serve as the primary liaison between the client, contractors, consultants, and internal teams
Manage project schedules, budgets, and documentation with precision and accountability
Lead coordination efforts across multiple disciplines, resolving issues proactively
Ensure compliance with all applicable codes, regulations, and DSA requirements
Provide clear, consistent communication to stakeholders at all levels
Monitor construction progress and implement corrective actions as needed
Support procurement, contract administration, and change management processes

Benefits

Multiple medical and dental insurance plans
Vision insurance
Paid AD&D and life insurance
401k with an industry leading employer match
Generous vacation and sick leave accruals
9 paid holidays
Other forms of paid time off
Flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans
Employee assistance program
Well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being