LAWA Construction Manager III

Position Description

Serve as Owner's representative. The Construction Manager shall report to the Sr. Construction Manager and is responsible for managing and coordinating construction activities of the Design/Builder. The Construction Manager acts as the liaison for pre-construction and construction activities, including leading safety, security, and quality for the Program.

The Terminal 5 Renovation and Reconstruction Project covers the full demolition and rebuild of the Terminal 5 headhouse and concourse, as well as various enabling scopes to vacate the existing building.

Key Identifiers for the Position

• Construction Manager with experience in an operating/active environment
• Management of construction within budget and schedule constraints while maintaining all necessary scope elements
• Leader in stakeholder engagement to identify, communicate, resolve, and accomplish their needs, while preserving project scope, schedule, and budget constraints
• Knowledge of construction contracting practices and methodologies
• Knowledge and experience in the project construction life cycle, from pre-construction to estimating/buyout, phasing, implementation, and closeout
• Ability to maintain excellent working relationships with design and construction professionals, geared toward open communication and mutual problem-solving in the best interest of the project and all parties involved

Essential Job Duties

• Monitor all on-site field construction activities associated with project completion
• Apply comprehensive knowledge of various disciplines used during construction, including methods and techniques for installation
• Ensure construction operations follow approved work plans and Area Shutdown Requests (ASRs), and that all proper notifications are made
• Become thoroughly familiar with contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected
• Ensure all work is performed and inspected in accordance with the latest plans and specifications, including approved changes, submittals, and RFIs
• Work with the Design/Builder and stakeholders to develop overall construction planning and identify critical milestones and priorities
• Monitor budget estimates and staffing requirements for defined scope and schedule
• Manage assignment of manpower, materials, and equipment to maximize efficiency, maintain schedules, and meet budget goals
• Identify potential problem areas and take preventive action to ensure critical milestones are met for each project phase
• Ensure the use of sound and safe construction practices to achieve required quality control at maximum efficiency and minimum cost
• Prepare periodic reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management and clients
• Ensure effective implementation of all policies and procedures, including project labor agreement policies
• Contribute to the advancement of ADG’s goals through productive collaboration with all stakeholders
• Participate in necessary coordination meetings with the Design/Builder, trade partners, stakeholders, LAWA Operations, and others
• Review contractor potential change order claims for merit and negotiate to final resolution

Required Qualifications

• 10 years or more of experience, preferably on airport projects
• Experience with projects valued at more than $100 million
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR, and Design/Build
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations

Element-Specific Requirements/Notes

• May assume other duties as required/needed
• May be required to work past regular work shifts
• May be required to work various shifts as needed
• This is a Monday–Friday full-time position in the office or on the project site at LAX
• May be required to work various shifts as needed
• The position will require the candidate to have the ability to transit to, from, and between project sites
• LAWA has required the candidates be local and available fully on-site for this field position

Compensation

Prevailing Wage