Company Description
Founded in 1952 and formerly known as Heery International Inc., the firm operates throughout the United States as part of Turner & Townsend. It specializes in project and program management for public sector organizations, with industry-leading experts in corporate, cultural, healthcare, justice, sports, K-12 education, higher education, aviation and government facilities.
Recognized for service excellence by a broad spectrum of professional organizations and industry publications, the talented multidisciplinary team at Turner & Townsend Heery exceeds client expectations - adding value, best practice and expertise at every turn. The team's unique client-centric culture is integrated into each project and reflects a passion for the built environment and staying true to the client's vision.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager for K-12 projects in Los Angeles.
All of the duties associated with the Senior Project Manager, plus specialized experience and/or expertise required for the successful delivery of education projects. Oversees the fulfilment of LAUSD's overarching organizational goals by coordinating activities and interdependencies between multiple project teams with a focus on the strategy and delivery of the overarching program on behalf of LAUSD. Monitors key performance indicators for project and overall program progress, resources, budget, risks and opportunities. Collaborates and communicates with LAUSD leadership and project team leaders to review progress and tackle issues as they arise.
Responsibilities:
Conduct periodic site visits to monitor the progress of construction.
Review status of work completed during the period covered.
Review that work is generally proceeding in a good and workmanlike manner and in general accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
Review contractors' direct cost payment requisitions and budget status.
Review of subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance.
Review of change orders.
Review of Developer's monthly job cost reports and opine on adequacy of contingency.
Review of construction and disbursement schedules.
Review of lien waiver and other documentation submitted by the Developer.
Prepare project status reports and recommend the release of construction funds.
Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering best practices.
Analyze the Developer's direct and indirect cost budget including cost estimate back-up and coordinate with the Cost Advisory group performing parameter estimates, spot quantity take-offs and review of supporting documentation submitted by the Developer, contractor and subcontractors.
Review and make relevant comments concerning the terms of the construction agreement, the submitted subcontracts, architectural and engineering design agreements, building loan agreement as well as review both Contractor and Architect's qualification statements.
Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules as well as other submitted documents including but not limited to:
Zoning approvals
Certified surveys
Building permits and approvals
Utility company approval letters
Soil and foundation engineering reports
Designer's certification of code and ADA compliance.
Prepare Construction Risk Assessment Reports.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and analytical skills.
Ability to provide efficient, timely, reliable and courteous service to customers.
Ability to effectively present information.
Requires in-depth knowledge of financial terms and principles.
Ability to calculate complex figures.
Ability to forecast and prepare budgets.
Conducts financial/business analysis including the preparation of reports.
Ability to solve advanced problems and deal with a variety of options in complex situations.
Requires expert level analytical and quantitative skills with proven experience in developing strategic solutions for a growing matrix-based multi-industry sales environment.
Draws upon the analysis of others and makes recommendations that have a direct impact on the company.
Intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to read and understand architectural drawings.
Knowledge in MS Project, leases, contracts, and construction practices.
Knowledge of the entitlement/permitting process and construction delivery methods and agreements.
Familiarity with construction best practices, general building codes, and various building @types and systems.
Passion for being detail oriented and highly organized
Education and Experience:
Fifteen (15) years full time paid professional experience in Construction and/or a combination of Project and Construction Management of Public/Educational Facility Construction.
Five (5) of the fifteen (15) years should have full responsibility for coordinating complex projects with construction values in excess of $20M.
Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Minimum eight or more years' construction administration, architecture, engineering or similar experience.
Preference:
Education and K-12 experience is preferred
Relevant Professional Licensure &/or Certifications are strongly preferred. Certifications may include PE, RA, CCM, AAAE, LEED, PMP, AICP, etc.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $140k-$175k per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. ?Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate's experience and qualifications.
*Qualified candidates with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with LA County ordinance and CA law.
Turner & Townsend is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm) If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan, please email recruitmentUSA@turntown.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 713-457-9400 or recruitmentUSA@turntown.com . This telephone line and email address is reserved solely for job seekers with disabilities requesting accessibility assistance or an accommodation in the job application process. Please do not call about the status of your job application if you do not require accessibility assistance or an accommodation. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or non-disability related technical issues, will not receive a response.
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