Construction Project Manager

Project Support Services is seeking a highly skilled Construction Project Manager to oversee both minor and major facility renovations at existing childcare center sites under a contract with the LACOE Head Start-State Preschool Program.

Typical renovations may include replacement of modular building classrooms, general maintenance repairs, playground upgrades, shade structure installation, ADA (American with Disabilities Act) upgrades, and other related work.

Project management services for the various phases of project development from Pre-Construction to Close-Out will most likely include, but not be limited to :

Participation in project pre-construction planning meetings

Review of project scope and budget

Participation in project job walks with potential contractors

Coordination with delegate agency in preparation and packaging of construction bid / proposal documents for award of contracts

Coordination in obtaining bids / proposals from potential contractors

Coordination with delegate agencies in award of contract or issuance of purchase orders

Coordination with delegate agencies and contractors on planning and scheduling of work

Weekly construction observation focused on adherence to specifications, contract requirements, and quality control assurance

Monitoring all associated project costs and invoices throughout the project

Analyzing and commenting on change orders

Reviewing and commenting on contractor pay applications

Coordinating, reviewing, and collection of contractor’s weekly certified payroll

Coordinating and collecting project closeout documentation

Issuing weekly project status reports to LACOE

Other related construction management services as required

Application Deadline : Wednesday, June 19, 2024

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The Construction Manager assigned to the Project(s) must have a requisite amount of experience and / or education.

The eligibility requirements are outlined below :

A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in one of the qualifying degrees listed below AND at least

2 years of commercial construction management experience, or

A 2-year undergraduate qualifying degree (AA / AS level) from an accredited institution in one of the qualifying degrees listed below AND at least 4 years of commercial construction management experience.

QUALIFYING DEGREES

Construction Management

Construction Engineering Technology

Construction Science

Architectural / Civil Engineering

Architecture

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Willing and able to travel and perform outdoor site walks in all weather conditions

Have own source of reliable transportation

Ability to manage multiple projects at once

Have an understanding of construction practices, methods, means and terminology

Experience with public procurement, bidding, and award of contract

Willing and able to work evenings and weekends if necessary

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth and development

Competitive compensation and benefits package

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