Construction Senior Project Manager (SPM I & SPM II) Owners Representative

Position Title: Construction Senior Project Manager SPM I and SPM II (Construction Projects) - Owners Team Client / Program: Los Angeles Unified School District - Project Execution Position Location: Los Angeles Area (Downtown Los Angeles) Position Start Date: Approximately October to November Salary: SPM I = $255,000 per year SPM II = $271,000 per year Full-time employee with full company benefits, including 10 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days. Company medical insurance and 401K plan Position Overview: The successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the LAUSD Facilities Construction / Major School Expansion and Renovation Program Position Functions: Resolve complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements Manage and provide construction oversight to OARs (Owners Authorized Representatives) Develop, assign, and monitor performance of OARs relative to assigned construction projects Review status and overall construction project progress relative to submitted construction schedules Review change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the district Assist Regional Directors and other Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning Assess bid specifications according to District needs and probability of completion under stated timeline Review status and monitor variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting Review and verify submitted applications for payment and perform overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects Provide functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control Review and monitor overall administration of contracts for Architects and related consultants Coordinate program activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Asset Management Branch, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, and local districts Review and take recommended actions in resolving disputes relative to construction projects Develop and recommend internal policies and procedures Perform other related duties as assigned Minimum Required Qualifications: Required Experience: 17 years full time paid professional project / construction management experience, including: 5 years of experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $50 million (not cumulative) 5 years' experience in educational facility construction, public works or large commercial projects (may include projects outside of California) Required Skills: Design Build Experience Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Experience in 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 Required Education: Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management OR Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree. Candidate must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division of the Los Angeles Unified School District. OR 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. OR Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential at the time of resume submission which may substitute for the required education