As a Construction Project Development Manager, you will oversee multiple new construction and modernization projects during the planning and pre-construction phases. You will be responsible for project scope, schedule, budget, consultant management, and coordination with internal departments and outside agencies to help ensure successful project delivery.
Key Responsibilities:- Manage multiple school construction and modernization projects during planning and pre-construction.
- Lead project scope, schedule, budget, and overall project success.
- Coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams.
- Review project progress, identify risks, and develop solutions to keep projects moving forward.
- Review consultant contracts, scopes of work, fees, and payment applications.
- Provide leadership to Assistant Facility Development Managers, Design Managers, and design consultants.
- Coordinate with utility companies, government agencies, environmental groups, and District departments.
- Support procurement activities, bid planning, contract administration, cost control, quality management, and dispute resolution.
- Prepare project reports and present project updates to executive leadership and Board representatives.
- Recommend improvements to project procedures and internal processes.
RequirementsMinimum QualificationsRequired Experience- Minimum 10 years of experience managing the planning, design, construction, and coordination of capital improvement projects.
Required EducationBachelor's degree in one of the following:
- Architecture
- Engineering
- Construction Management
Preferred QualificationsExperience with any of the following is highly desirable:
- Public agency capital improvement projects
- School, higher education, healthcare, airport, or other large public facilities
- New construction and modernization programs
- Public procurement and project delivery methods
- CEQA and agency approvals
- LEED and/or CHPS projects
- Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Formal Construction Partnering
- Community engagement and stakeholder coordination
Preferred licenses or certifications include:
- California Registered Architect
- California Professional Engineer
- Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
- LEED Accredited Professional
BenefitsWe offer one of the most competitive benefit packages in the industry.
- Medical, Dental & Vision: 100% employer-paid monthly premiums for employees and 50% coverage for dependents under our company-sponsored plan*
- Life Insurance: Company-paid coverage up to $50,000
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrues up to 80 hours per year with increased accrual based on tenure
- Sick Leave: 10 days of paid sick leave annually - well above the average of 5-6 days offered by most firms
- Holidays: 9 paid holidays, 2 floating holidays, and a paid day off for your BIRTHDAY!!!
- 401(k): Company match up to 4% (100% of the first 3%, 50% of the next 2%)
- Education Support: Assistance with tuition, licenses, and professional certifications
- Referral Bonus: Highest employee referral program of $5,000-$10,000 depending on level of hire
- Extra Paid Leave: For jury duty, bereavement leave, and voting time for local/state/federal elections
- Client Shutdown Days: Additional paid days off when client offices are closed
- Equipment: Laptop provided as needed
- Cell Phone Stipend: $100 monthly stipend for eligible roles
