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Program Manager (M&O)

Los Angeles, CA

Posted: 01/09/2026 Specialization: Construction Job Number: 37635 Salary / Pay Rate: 185000

Job Description


Job-37635
Position Title: Program Manager, Maintenance & Operations (M&O)
Location: Los Angeles, California
Work Type: Full-time, On-Site (No Hybrid/Remote Option)
Compensation: $185, 000 per year + comprehensive benefits
Submission Deadline: January 27, 2026

About the Opportunity:

Our client is a construction management firm supporting a large institutional facilities modernization program in Los Angeles. They are seeking a Program Manager, M&O to lead the planning, funding, and delivery of multiple capital programs, ensuring scope, budget, schedules, and compliance are aligned across a portfolio of projects.

This is a full-time, on-site leadership role within a regulated, public-sector capital environment.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Manage all aspects of program planning, development, and execution
  • Oversee scope, schedules, budgets, funding, grants, and project prioritization
  • Supervise project planners in developing scope, schedules, and budgets
  • Develop funding strategies including grants, state matching funds, and partnerships
  • Perform value engineering to mitigate cost overruns
  • Prepare executive reports on program status, risks, and performance
  • Manage financial close-out and funding compliance for completed projects
  • Serve as liaison for closed projects under audit or litigation
  • Recommend program improvements, policies, and reporting processes
  • Resolve complex technical and coordination issues
  • Support development of construction program policies and standards
  • Participate in community and stakeholder meetings
  • Support change order negotiations and contract review


MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS:


(Applicants must meet ALL of the following)

Applications that do not clearly demonstrate every requirement below will not be considered.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience managing capital programs and projects, including:
    • Scope development
    • Planning and design
    • Budget and funding allocation
    • Project close-out
  • Minimum 4 years managing programs within a public or educational agency
  • Bachelor’s degree (Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, or related)
    (or equivalent experience)
  • Ability to work on-site full time in Los Angeles


Preferred Qualifications (Not mandatory)

  • Experience managing multiple public-sector or education programs concurrently
  • California Registered Architect, Professional Engineer, CCM, or LEED credentials


Required Skills:

  • Strong program leadership and coordination skills
  • Ability to manage funding, budgets, and multi-project portfolios
  • Experience preparing executive-level reports
  • Strong public-sector compliance and documentation discipline
  • Excellent stakeholder and community communication skills


Application Process:


To be considered, please submit a detailed resume including:
  • Full employment history
  • List of programs or projects managed, including values, locations, roles, and contributions
  • Educational background
  • Professional licenses and certifications
  • Any awards or professional recognitions

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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Job Requirements

Program, M&O, Facilities, Schools, K-12, Grants, Budgets, Public, Compliance, Portfolio

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