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!

Our firm is currently looking for a dedicated Senior Project Manager with experience in large commercial and/or public works project types. The position will be located in downtown Los Angeles, CA and will direct and lead Owner's Authorized Representatives (OAR's) in support of K-12 educational facility projects at one of the largest public school districts in the country, the Los Angeles Unified School District.  

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements.

Develops, assigns, and monitors performance of OARs relative to assigned construction projects.

Reviews status and overall construction project progress relative to submitted construction schedules.

Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the district.

Assists Regional Directors and other Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning.

Assesses bid specifications according to District needs and probability of completion under stated timeline.

Reviews status and monitors variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting.

Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects.

Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control.

Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for Architects and related consultants.

Coordinates 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.

Reviews and takes recommended actions in resolving disputes relative to construction projects.

Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

Design Build Experience.

Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Experience with 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.

Delegate providing clear instructions and ongoing feedback. 

Monitor metrics and course correct as necessary while holding self and others accountable. 

Provide feedback to senior leaders and clearly communicate organizational direction to team members. 

Build relationships with key internal resources (peers, direct reports, & senior leaders). 

Create development opportunities and plan for direct reports and teams; provide ongoing feedback. 

Exercise creativity and resourcefulness in independently managing the project effectively in a compressed timeframe. 

Ability to distinguish between cause and effect of problems. 

Actively listen and communicate effectively, clearly, unambiguously, and completely in both written and oral formats. 

Preferred Education and Experience:

Education: Bachelor degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or Architecture. In lieu of a degree in one of the listed disciplines, possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education; or ability to obtain the CCM certification within one year of employment.

Experience: A minimum of seventeen (17) years of experience in construction project management, with at least five (5) of those years in educational facility construction, public works, or large commercial projects. In addition, five (5) years of experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $50M (not cumulative).

Preferred Certification: A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

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