Project Director

Base Pay $180,000.00 - $220,000.00 / Year Job Category PM/CM Services Owner's Representative Industry Construction, Owner's Representative Employee Type Exempt - FT Required Degree High school Manage Others Yes Contact information Name Bill Moran Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Email View email address on click.appcast.io Description Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Project Director to join our Southern California region in Los Angeles and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States. Overview Duties include Plan, direct and ensure the effective execution of projects and construction management services on large, complex and high-risk projects. Duties and Responsibilities Lead a Project Management Team Organize, direct, train, and manage a Project Management team ranging in size from 4 to 8 people. Successfully manage and execute 5 to 10 projects simultaneously, ranging in construction value and complexity from $1M to $50+M each Successfully deliver a variety project types (i.e., vertical construction, infrastructure, IT, landscape, etc.) on schedule and within budget Track, address and resolve all project issues in a timely manner Review, negotiate, and process all change order Review and develop ‘design and construction’ contract documents Coordinate budget and schedule information with the Relocation Project Manager regarding FF&E, Asset Disposition/Surplus, and Relocation Successfully closeout projects to include DSA closeout and client specific closeout procedures Collaborate closely across departments from project planning through final completion Identify project risks and create and implement risk mitigation plans Create and present project and program information periodically to multiple stakeholder groups Track all project status and provides management reports relative to overall progress relative to construction project delivery schedules Track status and provides management reports relative to scheduling, cost control, staffing and other related construction contract requirements Review and inspect construction site offices to assess performance of construction teams and adherence to legal requirements Monitor, track, address and mitigate construction disputes Direct and assist in outreach efforts to provide information about projects Perform other related duties as assigned Requirements Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management is required 15 years of experience in Management of multiple construction projects; experience within a large Capital Improvement program and familiarity with relevant Public Codes is required 7 years of experience in Educational Facility Construction is preferred Prior experience with Central Utility Plants and Data Centers is highly desired Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) and alternative delivery method is preferred Experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects is preferred Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes or similar is strongly preferred Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of all parts of the project life cycle, to include master planning, design and closeout is needed License and Certifications Valid driver’s license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions, is required A CA credential from the California Architectural Board or a PE credential for the State of California is preferred A CCD or CMCI credential is preferred Travel Requirements This position is project site based embedded at the client campus location in Los Angeles, CA. Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this job, the employee must regularly sit, stand, walk, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 50 pounds. Summary

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more. Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. The annual base salary range for this role is currently $180,000 - $220,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship. #J-18808-Ljbffr DeKalb Health