Los Angeles County of Public Works is seeking experienced Project Managers (levels I, II, and/or III).
Depending on the level, candidates are required to have at least 5 years for level 1 or 10 years for level 2 of progressive experience in managing municipal infrastructure projects through planning, design, jurisdictional approvals, environmental permitting, construction, and close-out.
This is an onsite job, meaning you will need to be living in Los Angeles county and able to visit job sites. This is NOT remote . If you do not live in Southern California, do not apply. There are NO relocation funds or per diem. W-2 work only.
Candidates are required to possess the following:
- 5+ to 15+ years of project management and concurrent field construction experience
- Licensed professional or Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or PMP
- Education background in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- Effective oral and written communication skills.
- Work experience in project planning and development.
- Ability to independently manage all aspects of a project.
- Ability to develop and control project scope.
- Ability to develop and maintain project budgets.
- Ability to develop and review project schedules.
- Skilled in reviewing and coordinating the preparation of construction documents.
- Ability to effectively facilitate project team and client meetings.
- Ability to effectively negotiate and prepare change orders.
- Ability to effectively monitor and coordinate construction activities with the various project stakeholders.
- Ability to adapt and respond effectively to project issues and challenges.
- Strong communication skills.
Required Certifications:
- Knowledge of Public Contracts Code, CEQA, and Detention Operation
- Knowledge of California Code of Regulations Title 15 - Minimum Standards for Local Detention Facilities
- Knowledge of Board of State and Community Corrections Standards
- Los Angeles County Public Works protocols and procedure