Construction Project Manager

About the Role

The Facilities Construction Department, a critical unit within the Facilities Division, leads general building and grounds improvement projects as well as major construction initiatives across the Corporation's owned and leased building portfolio nationwide. The Construction Project Manager (Facilities Construction Staff IV/V) serves as the primary leader overseeing all phases of assigned capital projects—from design and pre-construction through construction execution and project close-out. This role requires comprehensive project management expertise to deliver complex facility improvements that directly support mission-critical operations. This is a construction project management position, distinct from engineering design or maintenance/operations roles, and requires full-time on-site work at our facility in El Segundo, CA.

Responsibilities

• Reviews drawings and specifications for conformance with company/partner organizations standards and code requirements.
• Makes field checks as often as necessary to determine compliance with contract documents.
• Reviews the process and monitors monthly payments for the contractor, architects, engineer, and any other pertinent parties.
• Receives, reviews, and negotiates Contractor Change Order Proposal(s) to achieve fair and reasonable price in accordance with the contract terms & conditions and General Conditions; provides fair cost estimate as required for Change Order Approval.
• Coordinates with architect (in-house or consultant) and internal organizations for timely development of program requirements, design drawings, and construction documents based on customer requirements.
• Oversees and reviews the work of architectural and engineering consultants for successful bidding and constructability.
• Manages all contractor project logs, tracks status, and assists in the review of Request for Information (RFIs), submittals, Change Order Proposals for proper submission/responses.
• Reviews substitution submittals from contractors to ensure specifications and/or Aerospace standards are in compliance.
• Assists in the selection process of outside design consultants and interfaces as often as necessary with customers regarding project status, project requirements, project approval, and coordination with other departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related discipline.
• Minimum of 6 (Staff IV) or 10 (Staff V) years of increasingly responsible and relevant professional experience in project or construction management of commercial and/or public projects.
• Experience must include a minimum of one project as a project manager with a value of $10M or more.
• Experience preparing Construction Statements of Work (SOWs) for obtaining proposals from outside contractors, and coordinating with in-house designers and engineers for design-build SOW.
• Experience managing both project budget and schedule; monitors project budget monthly and ensures it accurately reflects project status/progress.
• Experience managing daily/upcoming activities of the contractor, and reviewing contractor construction schedule for conformance with company standards and practices related to scheduling.
• Excellent grasp of theories, principles, and practices related to scheduling.
• Experience with construction project management software.
• Knowledge of city building codes.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects for on-time completion.
• Strong organizational skills, including maintaining all project files and record drawings.
• Demonstrated flexibility and ability to adapt to changing organizational needs.
• Strong written and oral communication skills; assists in written materials including correspondence, reports, and guidelines.
• Time management and project management skills.
• Willingness to support minimal travel for program support (as needed).
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance, which requires U.S. citizenship.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 is preferred.
• Design-Build experience is desired.
• Experience utilizing Autodesk Bluebeam is a plus.
• A current and active security clearance is strongly preferred.

Leadership Competencies

Our leadership philosophy is simple: every employee, regardless of level and role, can demonstrate leadership. We seek individuals who:

• Operate Strategically
• Lead Change
• Engage with Impact
• Foster Innovation
• Deliver Results

Benefits

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans.
• Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation.
• Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options.
• 401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; immediately eligible and vested upon hire.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Variable pay program for exceptional contributions.
• Relocation assistance.
• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career.
• Education assistance programs.