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Senior Project Manager

Los Angeles, CA

Posted: 01/23/2026 Specialization: Construction Job Number: 37706 Salary / Pay Rate: 250000

Job Description

Job ID: 37706
Position Title: Senior Project Manager
Location: Los Angeles, California
Work Type: Full-time, On-Site (No Hybrid/Remote Option)
Compensation: $250, 000 –$270, 000 per year + comprehensive benefits
About the Opportunity:Our client is a construction management firm supporting a large K-12 capital improvement and facilities modernization program in Los Angeles. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to provide senior-level leadership across complex, high-value public-sector construction projects.
This role provides oversight and direction across multiple active projects, including schedule, cost control, contract administration, dispute resolution, and team leadership. The Senior Project Manager works closely with owner representatives, consultants, contractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure successful delivery within a highly regulated public-sector environment.
This is a full-time, on-site leadership role within a large institutional capital program.Key Responsibilities:
  • Resolve complex construction project issues, disputes, and disagreements
  • Provide functional oversight and performance management of Owner’s Authorized Representatives (OARs)
  • Review overall project progress relative to approved construction schedules
  • Review and assess change orders and evaluate impacts to scope, cost, and schedule
  • Support bid strategy, procurement planning, and contract administration
  • Review and monitor project cost control and scheduling reports
  • Review and verify contractor and consultant applications for payment
  • Oversee administration of contracts for architects, engineers, and consultants
  • Coordinate program activities with internal departments and external agencies
  • Participate in dispute resolution and recommend corrective actions
  • Develop and recommend internal policies, procedures, and best practices
  • Perform other related senior project management duties as required
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:(Applicants must meet ALL of the following)
Applications that do not clearly demonstrate every requirement below will not be considered.
Experience
  • Minimum 17 years of full-time professional project and/or construction management experience
  • Minimum 5 years managing large programs with individual projects exceeding $50M in construction value (not cumulative)
  • Minimum 5 years’experience in educational facility construction, public works, or large commercial projects
    (experience may include projects located outside of California)
Education / Credentials(Must meet one of the following)
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field, OR
  • Bachelor’s degree in another discipline plus a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential, OR
  • Active CCM credential with demonstrated equivalent professional experience, OR
  • Equivalent combination of education and professional experience as accepted by the client
Availability
  • Ability to work on-site full time in Los Angeles
Preferred Qualifications (Not mandatory):
  • Design-Build project experience
  • Experience with Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  • Experience with LEED and/or CHPS projects
  • Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) processes
  • California Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, or CCM credential
Required Skills:
  • Senior-level construction and program leadership
  • Schedule, cost, and change management
  • Contract administration and dispute resolution
  • Oversight of multi-project teams and owner representatives
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Application Process:To be considered, please submit a detailed resume including:
  • Full employment history with month/year dates
  • List of projects and programs managed, including values, locations, roles, and contributions
  • Educational background
  • Professional licenses or certifications
  • Awards or professional recognitions (if applicable)

Note:
We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

AI may be used to support certain administrative aspects of our recruitment process. However, all applications and resumes are reviewed by qualified human reviewers, and all screening and hiring decisions are made solely by the hiring team.

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