Area Manager, Construction Services
Gft
Lead construction teams, manage projects, grow business, ensure safety, budget, schedule
6 days ago ago
$200,000 - $275,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Los Angeles, CA
Onsite
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Enterprise AI
Data Transformation
Platform Modernization
Cloud Migration
Digital Banking
Fintech Solutions
AI‑Driven Customer Service
High‑Performance Computing
Sector Specialisms
Banking
Insurance
Manufacturing
Retail Banking
Capital Markets
Asset Management
Virtual Banking
Insurance Life Health
Role
What you would be doing
cost control
bid review
schedule management
resource allocation
change management
business development
- Oversee project cost controls, budgets, invoicing, estimates and project forecasts and provide regular updates to management, with an emphasis on profit, positive cash flow, and timely project closeout procedures.
- Participate in and oversee bid reviews for projects regionally, reviewing and negotiating agreements and contracts.
- Review weekly and monthly project status reports and evaluate that schedules and plans meet the required project performance goals.
- Assemble project teams, leveraging internal resources as well as external through existing resource network.
- Where necessary, take a lead role in resolving any contractual, legal and/or compliance issues with owners, JV partners or suppliers.
- Provide leadership and guidance to the project managers and support staff assigned to projects, ensuring all projects progress, on schedule and within budget.
- Take full responsibility for ensuring the most effective utilization of all resources regionally
- Be a champion in the implementation of new policies and procedures across your group to improve efficiencies and workflow, directly overseeing the change management process.
- Recruiting and hiring a solid construction management group.
- Developing and mentoring a team, promoting collaborative, collective problem-solving, and a culture that fosters teamwork and effective communication.
- Responsible for leading and capturing new contract and project opportunities in Transportation
What you bring
pe (ca)
civil engineering
project management
15+ years
communication
heavy civil
- Knowledge to build a strong construction management group is required
- Professional registration as a PE in California required
- Substantial experience on large scale heavy civil projects (bridges, roads, highways, rail etc.) is preferred
- A Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and/or Construction Management or related field from an accredited institution or equivalent training and experience is required
- 15+ years of proven Project Management experience in the AEC industry
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
- Proven ability to work through and overcome conflicts productively, while maintaining professionalism at all times
- Proven success in delivering high quality projects on time and on budget
- CCM preferred
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
- Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
- Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
- Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
- Incentive compensation for eligible positions.
- Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
- Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
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Security clearance- successful completion of a criminal background check is required for all advertised positions.
- applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered in accordance with california and local fair‑chance ordinances.
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Company
Overview
Top 500 Design Firm
Ranked in ENR's Top 500
Ranked in Engineering News-Record's (ENR) Top 500 design firms, showcasing significant industry recognition.
130+ Offices
National Presence
Operates through more than 130 offices across North America, delivering regional and national infrastructure services.
- Born from over a century of legacy, GFT emerged through the integration of Gannett Fleming, TranSystems and five acquired firms.
- Its rebrand reflects a unified national platform offering architecture, engineering and construction across complex infrastructure markets.
- Projects span transportation, water, power generation, and civic building design, showcasing expertise in critical infrastructure sectors.
- Its financial strength is underpinned by private equity ownership and consistent recognition in industry rankings.
- An unusual fact: it merged two storied firms and five others, creating an AEC powerhouse attuned to community-scale impact.
- Caring: “We care about people, cultures, and opinions and show everyone equal respect.”
- Committed: “We are committed to our company, to education and the innovation of new technologies.”
- Collaborative: “We work together as a team of individuals with different talents. We actively share knowledge, feedback and ideas… One company, one team.”
- Courageous: “We have the courage to develop new, breakthrough innovations and think outside of the box.”
- Creative: “We embrace different perspectives, challenge the norm, ask questions, and look for solutions to any challenge.”
2025 Target
Climate Neutrality
Aimed at achieving climate neutrality in operations through GreenCoding.
50% Reduction
Emissions Target
Plan to reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by half from 2020 levels by 2030.
10% Drop
Emissions Fall
Achieved a 10% year-over-year decrease in greenhouse gas emissions in 2023.
Rating B
Climate Performance
Received a CDP Climate Rating of B, exceeding industry benchmarks.
- Near-term science-based targets approved by SBTi: reduce Scope 1 + 2 emissions by 50% from 2020 baseline by 2030.
- Reduce Scope 3 emissions intensity by 60% per euro of value added by 2030 (vs 2020).
- Achieved CDP Climate Rating of B in 2023, exceeding IT & Software Development segment benchmark.
- Voluntary audit under European Sustainability Reporting Standards and SBTi‑validated 2030 targets.
77 Graduates Expanded
WomenTech Mentoring Programme
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme expanded to 15 countries in 2023, graduate more women into leadership roles through mentorship.
3 Editions in 2022
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme ran 3 editions in 2022, supporting 55 mentees in their professional growth.
77 Graduates
WomenTech Mentoring
The WomenTech Mentoring Programme successfully graduated 77 individuals through its menteeship program.
- Committed to cultivating a culture where employees feel safe, respected and connected.
- Support women through Women@GFT network to share experiences and knowledge.
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