Senior Facilities Project Manager

Los Angeles Unified School District

7d • $11,623 - $14,394 • Onsite

About The Position

We are LAUSD. We are at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on a clear and inspiring vision of the future for all of our students as they venture forward on their journey as lifelong learners. Here, you will have the opportunity to exercise your potential in a role supporting the business of education. Our work directly contributes toward the goal of ensuring that our students graduate ready for the world – ready to thrive in college, career and life. LAUSD is the second largest school district in the nation with an enrollment of nearly 520,000 students. We serve an area totaling 710 square miles, with over 1,190 schools and educational centers, and we employ over 74,000 individuals, making us one of the largest employers in our city.

The Project Services Teams were established to execute bond and other specially funded smaller projects in a timely and cost effective manner while preserving critical labor skills and resources. The Project Services Teams are geographically divided by North, Central, and South.

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, construction management, business administration, or a related field.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential issued by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) may be substituted for the required education.
• Six years of experience as a project manager in the planning, design, modernization, and construction of facilities, two of which may be at the level of an assistant project manager or higher.
• Ability to climb ladders, walk on roofs, and move safely in partially completed buildings and crawl spaces

Nice To Haves

• Experience with educational facilities is preferred.
• Highly organized and experienced in managing a group of construction managers and support staff that oversee multiple construction projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to effectively collaborate with District personnel, contractors, consultants and other stakeholders while ensuring compliance with District policies, procedures and construction management standards.
• Sound judgment in managing multiple projects simultaneously, balancing attention to detail with the ability to delegate responsibilities effectively, and providing oversight and guidance to project management staff.
• Substantial knowledge and understanding of applicable building codes and regulatory requirements is highly desirable, as the candidate will work closely with agencies such as the Division of the State Architect to support project approvals and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Providing management and direction to several project teams responsible for the activities related to single discipline and small multi-discipline construction projects
• Performing site walks to verify project progress and monitor construction project activities for compliance with contract documents and safety standards.
• Reviewing and resolving construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements.
• Overseeing and evaluating the performance of project staff assigned to construction projects.
• Reviewing and evaluating status and overall construction project progress to ensure delivery within approved timelines.
• Assisting Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning.
• Assessing bid specifications for appropriateness and probability of completion under stated timeline.
• Reviewing all change orders for assigned construction projects and assessing any impact on project outcome
• Reviewing and verifying applications for payment and performing overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects.
• Coordinating project team activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations Areas, and Regional Offices.
• Assisting in developing and recommending internal policies and procedures.
• Maintaining, reviewing, and updating project data and metrics within maintenance and operations reporting systems.
• Providing written and oral reports to higher-level administrators regarding project status relating to scope, schedule, and budgets.
• Assigning staff and projects.
• Planning, directing, reviewing, and participating in construction management training for staff.
• Assisting in developing or reviewing personnel management policies and procedures within the organization and assuring that personnel programs and transactions conform to regulations and District policies.
• Providing constructability review of construction contract documents such as architectural, engineering, utility, and shop drawings and specifications.

Benefits

• District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
• Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
• Vacation: 24 days each year.
• Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.

What This Job Offers

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