Project Development Manager (Preconstruction)
Stv
Oversee preconstruction planning and execution for school projects in LA
21 days ago ago
$122,944 - $163,925
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, CA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
3,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Structural Engineering
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Mechanical/HVAC Engineering
Sector Specialisms
Infrastructure
Buildings
Energy
Water Resources
Transport
Utilities
Government
Industrial
Role
What you would be doing
budget reporting
schedule management
contract administration
project coordination
pre‑construction planning
issue resolution
- Reports on project budget, schedule and issues. Provides information and analysis of project issues to Departmental, Branch and Board representatives
- Coordinates with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
- Coordinates project activities, requirements, and schedules with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Project Execution, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers and site personnel
- Assists project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning
- Reviews and verifies Design Professional contract scope, fees and applications for payment, and performs overall fiscal management of multiple projects
- Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
- Plans and coordinates the execution of pre-construction activities associated with the preparation for the building of new schools and modernization projects
- Responsible for the scope, schedule and budget, and overall success of multiple, new and modernization, school projects
- Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration and quality control
- Reviews status and overall planning, design and construction project progress relative to submittal schedules. Reviews project through all development phases, and assesses status, progress and potential
- Develops, assigns and monitors performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM) and Design professionals relative to assigned projects
- Resolves complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
What you bring
leed
bim
construction manager
architect licensure
7 years
community engagement
- Experience with LEED and/or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.
- A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
- A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
- Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and/or modernization projects
- LEED Professional Accreditation
- Experience with the development of major facilities (CEQA, agency approvals, coordination with City and County agencies).
- Five (5) years of the above experience in educational facility construction or public works project.
- Experience with both project delivery and procurement methods for public projects
- Experience with community engagement processes and strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Experience in Formal Construction Partnering
- Professional Licensure and Society Memberships
- Seven (7) years required years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects
- Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
- Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment
- Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year)
- Disability insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Counseling
- Paid Holidays (8 days)
- Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account
- Dental insurance
- Parental Leave (up to 80 hours)
- Continuing Education Program
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off (16 days)
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1912
Historic Milestone
The company was established in 1912, marking the beginning of its long-standing legacy in the engineering and design industry.
Top 500 Firms
Industry Ranking
Ranked among ENR’s Top 500 design firms, reflecting its significant impact and reputation in the global market.
Over 60 Offices
Geographic Reach
The company operates over 60 offices across North America, demonstrating its extensive service network.
- Began as a structural engineering firm and evolved through a century of expansions.
- Headquartered in Manhattan’s Empire State Building with global reach.
- Delivers architecture, engineering, planning, and construction management services.
- Typical projects include transit hubs, highways and bridges, water treatment facilities, commercial buildings, and program management roles.
- Financially robust with steady growth through strategic acquisitions and a diverse project portfolio.
- Known for landmark contributions such as the Jefferson Memorial and NASA’s Vehicle Assembly Building.
- Balances routine and extraordinary work, offering both scale and creativity in projects like highway expansions to iconic civic structures.
- Integrity: WE DO WHAT’S RIGHT. We are consistent and transparent. We are ethical and accountable. We are safety‑focused and quality‑driven.
- Partnership: WE PARTNER TO DELIVER. We value all relationships. We are collaborative to drive innovation. We are resourceful to create solutions. We are actively engaged in our industry and our communities.
- Optimism: WE SEE OPPORTUNITY. We see potential in every situation. We are energized to create a better future. We are empowered to use our talents.
- Projects are local.
- Clients are local.
- Leadership is local.
2050 Net-Zero Target
Structural Engineering Commitment
Aims to achieve net-zero embodied carbon in structural systems by 2050 through the Structural Engineers 2050 Commitment.
2023 AIA Commitment
Sustainability Pledge
_signed the AIA 2030 Commitment in 2023, marking a significant step toward reducing environmental impact.
2024 Sustainability Plan
Action Released
Released the first Sustainability Action Plan in March 2024, focusing on comprehensive environmental goals.
Annual Carbon Dashboard
Embodied Carbon Tracking
Submitted the first annual Embodied Carbon Action Plan, including a Carbon Dashboard to monitor global warming potential.
- Focus on reducing embodied carbon via material choices and data-driven design; specialized training and life-cycle assessment tracking.
- Sustainability services include energy/water efficiency, resource conservation, recycled materials, indoor air quality, waste/emissions reduction, green infrastructure, LEED, Envision, Passive House certifications.
- SAP tracks energy performance, project emissions, renewable energy use, water/materials conservation, governance/reporting, and sustainable operations.
2022 Pledge
Commitment Year
Committing to the Equity in Infrastructure Project Pledge in 2022 reflects the company's dedication to fostering equitable practices.
- Employee‑led Communities: AAPI, Black Heritage, Hispanic, Pride (LGBTQIA+), Rising Professionals, STV Women’s Network.
- Embedded diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging into operations and mindset.
- Vision commits to a diverse and inclusive culture reflecting clients and communities.
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