Head of Project Management (Construction)

Position: Project Manager (PM) or Senior Project Manager (SPM)

Job Type: Exempt Full-time

Landmark PM is a boutique owner's representation and project management firm based in Pasadena, CA. We specialize in building the most iconic, exciting, and recognizable landmark construction projects in greater Los Angeles. We are passionate about building lasting and purposeful landmarks for our communities and people worldwide. Our projects include landmarks, museums, educational, institutional, religious, civic, cultural, and mission-driven construction.

Our work includes the La Brea Tar Pits Reimagination, the Japanese American National Museum, the Audrey Irmas Pavilion, Griffith Observatory, the Museum of Tolerance and many others. These are not ordinary projects but rather landmarks designed by world-class architects and built with purpose.

You will be part of a small and collaborative team where your ideas are valued, and your work will have a tangible impact on high-profile projects that shape the cultural fabric of Los Angeles.

We are looking for someone who is eager to learn, passionate about construction project management and building landmarks, and is ready to contribute to our shared success.

The Project Manager, in collaboration with the Principal/Project Executive, is responsible for the overall project management and success of the projects:

Project Management: Lead all aspects of preconstruction and construction management on behalf of the owner. Keep the project on schedule, on budget, and moving forward.

Organize, attend, and actively lead the project meetings, including preparing agendas and documenting meeting minutes. Schedule and Budget Management: Develop and maintain project schedules and budgets. Contract Support: Processing financials, contracts, and change orders/add services. Maintenance of accurate project financial records, including invoice and contract review and tracking.

Vendor and Contractor Engagement: Soliciting vendor/contractor interest, request for proposals (RFPs), and bidding, award, and contract negotiation for vendors or contractors required on the project.

Construction Administration: During construction, processing of Requests for Information (RFIs), Submittals, Change Orders, and other project documentation and information.

Document Control: Track and maintain project information and records. Ensure all project documentation is organized, accurate, current and accessible.

Technical Review: Read and understand project drawings and specifications. Site Visits: Participate in periodic site visits to monitor progress and assist with on-site construction administration tasks.

Provide general operational and project support to the firm and the projects, including all the typical services listed below.

Design, Permitting & Preconstruction: Assemble and manage the design team; develop and manage the project budget and master schedule; procure the general contractor, vendors, and consultants; overall management of project on behalf of owner.

Construction: Manage the project budget and schedule; oversee the design team, general contractor, and all stakeholders; manage the weekly OAC meetings; project accounting; manage change orders; conduct community outreach; monitor the construction and quality control; manage FF&E and owner move-in; and oversee project closeout.

You communicate clearly, in writing and in person. You can hold a room with a client or a contractor, and you know when to listen.

You understand construction and projects including the process, methods, drawings, specs, sequences, the details.

You are able to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously.

You have a deep knowledge of design, construction, contracts, building products, construction details, relevant quality standards, and local building codes.

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.

2.5+ years of project management experience in commercial construction, preferably with a general contractor or project management firm.

Experience in our target market: cultural, civic, institutional, educational, or mission-driven projects preferred

Proficient in MS Office including Project and Excel; Based in greater Los Angeles, with a valid driver's license and willingness to visit project sites throughout greater Los Angeles

Competitive salary and discretionary performance-based bonuses, as well as incentive bonuses for recruiting and project acquisition.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions

Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and personal leave.

Landmark PM provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

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