Senior Project Manager - Los Angeles

About the role

CMTS is seeking a highly motivated Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale capital construction programs in Los Angeles, CA. This role is responsible for overseeing multiple complex projects, managing project teams including OARs, and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with District standards.

The Senior Project Manager plays a key leadership role in program delivery, contract administration, dispute resolution, and stakeholder coordination across multiple departments.

Responsibilities

• Resolve complex construction-related issues, disputes, and conflicts across multiple projects
• Develop, assign, and monitor performance of OARs and project teams
• Review construction schedules and monitor overall project progress
• Evaluate and assess change orders and their impact on the District
• Aid leadership with bid strategy, contract planning, and procurement processes
• Review bid specifications for feasibility and alignment with project timelines
• Maintain project financial performance
• Provide leadership across scheduling, cost control, contract administration, dispute resolution, and quality control
• Oversee administration of contracts for architects, engineers, and consultants
• Coordinate with District departments including Environmental Health & Safety, Design, Asset Management, Contract Administration, Inspection, Maintenance & Operations, and local districts
• Review and recommend resolutions for construction-related disputes
• Develop and recommend internal policies and procedures
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements

• Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management OR Bachelor’s degree with ability to obtain Certified Construction Manager (CCM) within one (1) year OR More than 20 years of Construction or Project Management experience with requirement to obtain CCM within one (1) year OR Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential
• What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done:
  • 12 years of full-time project or construction management experience
  • Minimum 5 years managing large programs with individual projects exceeding $50M in construction value
  • 5 years of experience in educational facilities, public works, or large commercial construction projects
  • Strong leadership and team management experience
  • Expertise in scheduling, cost control, and contract administration
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously

Qualifications

• What You’ll Do
• What You Can Expect from CMTS

Pay

$229,000 – $266,000 annually

Schedule

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA

Benefits

Opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure projects across the United States and the U.S. Virgin Islands
Collaborative and growth-focused team environment
Competitive compensation
CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for the employee
Career advancement and professional development opportunities

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Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. CMTS does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.