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 20 rankings in ENR. With over 50 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

This position is a part of our Project Management department and will oversee the installation of access roads for new parcels on a brownfield site in Carson, CA. You will manage the project through interaction with Architects, Consultants and City personnel from project from conception, through construction and close out.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Ensure that plans are within functional program, budgetary, environmental, and legal requirements. Oversee the building design process to ensure compliance with LAUSD’s standards and guidelines by working with design professionals and various District administrators to ensure that new and modernized structures meet both educational and building standards requirements. Ensure that all steps within the project are documented and that the documentation meets legal requirements. Participate in community relations and outreach programs to create understanding and acceptance of District building project design within the community. Recruit, develop and manage a professional staff to support the design function for the District. Plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of the project schedule, scope, and cost. Value Engineer the project by identifying opportunities for savings and ensuring material substitutions are equal. Communicate with and manage project stakeholders. Prepare Project Management plan and fee budget/proposal at the project outset. Evaluate documents and communicate the client’s specific goals and expectations to all project team members. Develop and communicate action plans that will lead the project team throughout the project, beginning with the initial Project Management Plan. Re-evaluate the contract scope of work as the project progresses against the goals, expectations, and the needs of the client, and recommend adjustments as necessary. Coordinate with cost management group as applicable for preparation of cost estimates, cost studies, actual job cost reviews, and budget reconciliation. Organize and maintain framework for project team processes and record keeping of electronic and physical documents. Drive the permitting process by designing team documents to be submitted to various local, state, and federal agencies and ensure the applicable permits are moving through the process efficiently. Ensure the project design management continues to follow the client project documents such as budget, scope, schedule, and client's design standards. Prepare cost and revenue projections.Other duties as assigned.Attendance at work during normal business hours.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

Architectural license required.Infrastructure project experience.Experience overseeing the building design process.Demonstrated experience creating Project Management plans and fee/budget proposals.Knowledge of documentation required to meet legal requirements.Utilize effective written and oral communication skills. Understand how your role contributes to the organization's goals. Deliver quality work product by role modeling organizational core values. Hold self accountable to individual and team goals. Consistently communicates and collaborates with team members and clients. Build relationships with peers, leaders, and clients. Proactively participate in self-development to continually enhance current skills and build new skills required to excel at current role and prepare for career progression. Demonstrate ability to be dependable, diligent, and thorough. Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in managing the project effectively in a compressed timeframe. 

Preferred Education and Experience:

Education: BA or BS in Architecture, Engineering, Planning or Construction Management; courses in Business Administration, Public Relations, Accounting, School Finance

Experience: Five years of experience in managing facilities design or planning and coordination of capital projects; Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) preferred 

Preferred Certification: LEED AP credential preferred; Architect License/Professional Engineer License

Work Environment:

☒ Cumming Group Office

☒ Client Office

☒ Project Site

☐ Other _____________________________________

Physical Demands:

☒ Continuous sitting while using computer and/or phone

☒ Constant use of sight while reviewing documents

☒ Constant speech/hearing abilities for communication

☒ Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

☐ Wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)

If applicable, list PPE items to be used:

☐ Other _____________________________________

Travel Required:

Domestic Travel          ☐ 0-10%        ☒ 10-25%             ☐ 25 - 50%           ☐ 50-75%             ☐ 75%+

International Travel   ☒ 0-10%         ☐ 10-25%             ☐ 25 - 50%           ☐ 50-75%             ☐ 75%+

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

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