Small Business Specialist

Cumming Group•Los Angeles, CA

1d•$75,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless! Our firm is currently hiring a Small Business Specialist with experience in public works construction projects. The position will be located in downtown Los Angeles, CA and will support participation of small businesses in the large construction program for the Los Angeles Unified School District.

Requirements

Pre-apprenticeship and State-governed apprenticeship training programs.
Procedures and entrance requirements for each local trade union’s apprenticeship program.
Available workforce development resources.
Potential employment barriers.
All applicable laws, regulations, and codes related to the Small Business Administration and apprenticeship employment.
Principles and practices of the construction and goods and service industry.
Excellent communication skills.
Assimilating information from various sources.
Working effectively with various diverse groups.
Compliance and Collaboration.
Detail-oriented and designs promotional materials.
Preparing presentations.
A valid California Driver’s License for us of an automobile as travelling will be required.
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, or related field. Candidates without a degree may compensate for experience on a year for year basis for up to two years.
Minimum of four (4) years professional experience in a public or private agency related to performing field work for community-based organizations, coordinating with contractors in small business workforce development, including pre-apprenticeship and apprenticeship trainings and compliance with state-mandates apprenticeship placements and requirements.

Responsibilities

Assists in the development, marketing and execution of seminars and/or symposiums for contractors, architects, engineers, construction management professionals, and goods and service providers to increase competitiveness of the small business enterprise.
Provides information to District personnel, community groups, business and trade organizations, education agencies, and the public concerning the procurement policies and procedures applicable to the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Procurement Services and the Facilities Services Division.
Meets with general contractors, sub-contractors, and the local trade unions to arrange job placement and apprenticeship enrollment for “We Build” graduates on Los Angeles Unified School District projects.
Monitors the “We Build” Program’s training programs at designated Division of Adult and Career Education Occupational and Skills Centers by reviewing trainee evaluations, skills progress, training track, and attendance records.
Develops and maintains partnerships with District representatives, small businesses, trades unions, community and faith-based organizations, and local agencies to help support participation in the school building construction program and procurement services process including “We Build” students and graduates.
Refers participants to other social services support programs and agencies as case warrants.
Represents the District’s Small Business Enterprise at community events and meetings to provide information to prospective employers, small business owners, and other participants about eligibility requirements, training curriculum, business and contracting opportunities, and construction career opportunities with the District.
Develops and maintains master calendar for LAUSD’s Small Business and Contractor Academy programs.
Assists small businesses with navigating the certification process and working with offices within LAUSD to obtain information on upcoming bidding opportunities.
Provides information and written reports to Small Business Supervisors for presentations before the Board of Education, Bond Oversight Committee and other audiences.
Performs other relevant duties as assigned.