Construction Manager

Job Title : Construction Manager - Education Projects

Employment Type : Full-time

Schedule : In Person Mon-Fri

Location : Long Beach, CA

Summary :

We have an open position for a Construction Manager - Higher Education to work onsite for one of our clients.

General Responsibilities :

Primary role will be as construction manager / administrator on multiple projects under $10 million.

Responsible for managing the Design and Construction process.

Administers the selection process of the Architect / Engineer and any other consultants that are to be involved in the Project.

Leads and directs progress, including initial planning, scope development, contracting, construction administration, and closeout;

maintains day-to-day project-level leadership responsibility throughout the project life cycle.

Define the project’s objectives, determine the appropriate partners, and oversee quality control while meeting strict deadlines and managing the project budget.

Responsible for preparing, managing, and supporting the documentation required for a post-performance review, audit, or other governing agency process inspection.

Manages and monitors contract budgets; interacts with the Division Fiscal Manager to reconcile contracts and budgets and to report on monthly cash flow activities.

Participates and manages the project design consultants in the development of plans and specifications.

Support design team activities and facilitate timely decision-making.

Guides design decisions by project stakeholders to maintain the project scope within the approved budget. Coordinates the value engineering process.

Prepares schematic, preliminary, and construction document submittals.

Obtains or assists in the procurement of all required plan reviews prior to bidding.

Ensures compliance with regulations and all authorities having jurisdiction.

Fully administer all contractor bidding.

Creates the documents for and manages the Contractor selection and subcontractor bidding processes.

Prepare Request for Qualifications (RFQs) and Requests for Proposal (RFPs), along with managing the pre-qualification process for bids.

Supervise, consult with, and provide direction to contracted architects, engineers, consultants, and specialty vendors.

Position Requirements :

Proven working experience in construction management (minimum 10 years).

CSU Experience is a plus but not required.

Ability to supervise project team.

Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, means, and methods.

Expert knowledge of building products, construction details, and relevant rules, regulations, and quality standards.

Understanding all facets of the construction process.

Familiarity with construction management software packages.

Experienced in institutional / higher education experience preferred.

BS degree in construction management, architecture, engineering, or a related field. Alternatively, an inspection diploma or another related construction trade diploma.