Project Manager II/III

Job Title: Project Manager II/III Location: Public Works Headquarters Building located at 900 S. Fremont Avenue, Alhambra, CA Pay Range: PM-II: $160-$175K or PM-III: $175-$190K/year plus benefits Client: County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works Project Name: Rebuild Authority Program Project Duration: Full-time term position (staff extension) Anticipated Start Date: November 2026 Project Details (Size, SOW, Site Background, Etc.) Public Works, Rebuild Authority, is seeking an experienced Project Manager (Level II or Level III) to assist in managing recovery and rebuild capital projects. Daily Responsibilities Manage capital improvement projects through planning, design, permitting, construction, and close-outDevelop and oversee project scopes, budgets, schedules, and deliverablesCoordinate with architects, engineers, contractors, utilities, permitting agencies, and other stakeholdersReview feasibility studies, site assessments, design documents, and construction plansMonitor project progress, identify risks, resolve issues, and ensure compliance with project requirementsReview and negotiate change orders and support contract administrationFacilitate project meetings and provide regular updates on schedules, budgets, and project statusCoordinate infrastructure improvements and support successful project delivery Required Qualifications (Experience, Education, Certifications, Clearances, Etc.) Minimum of 10 years (PM II) or 15 years (PM III) of project management experience overseeing projects through all phases, including programming, design, permitting, construction, and close-out Licensed professional or Certified Construction Manager (CCM)Education background in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related fieldEffective oral and written communication skillsAbility to independently manage all aspects of a projectAbility to develop and control project scope, budget, and scheduleSkilled in reviewing and coordinating the preparation of feasibility studies, conditions assessments, and construction documentsAbility to coordinate interdependent infrastructure systems including roads, water, sewer, and stormwater so they function together as an integrated networkAbility to effectively facilitate project team, client, and community stakeholder meetingsAbility to effectively negotiate and prepare change ordersAbility to effectively monitor and coordinate pre-design and construction activities with the various project stakeholders, including utilities, permitting agencies, and partner jurisdictionsAbility to adapt and respond effectively to project issues and challenges in a fast-paced environmentAbility to set and manage project expectations Preferred Qualifications Experience with disaster recovery or post-disaster rebuild projectsFamiliarity with FEMA Public Assistance or Cal OES reimbursement documentation requirements