Los Angeles Unified School District · 12 hours ago
Facilities Project Manager I
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$126K/yr - $157K/yr
4+ years expLos Angeles Unified School District is at the forefront of innovation in public education, focused on supporting students on their journey as lifelong learners. The Facilities Project Manager I will direct and participate in school construction, modernization, or deferred maintenance projects, ensuring effective project implementation and problem resolution.
Education
Hiring Manager
Nga Nguyen
Responsibilities
Develops, analyzes, and directs school construction and modernization or deferred maintenance projects, or directs work pertaining to the planning, implementation, and monitoring of new or modernization construction projects, and coordinates project activities with other Facilities Services Division personnel, administrators, community representatives, and other involved participants
Manages and coordinates Board-approved projects and land acquisition activities and analyzes the impact on major maintenance programs, equipment needs, project design, contract solicitation, and project inspection, and coordinates activities with District offices, including Maintenance and Operations, Real Estate, Environmental Health and Safety, and other related organizational units
Determines which projects require review or approval from the Board of Education, Division of the State Architect, Office of Public School Construction, State Allocation Board, California Department of Education, or others; prepares and/or coordinates applications for projects; and submits project information for review and approval
Prepares and provides project descriptions, definitions, and specifications for contract architects or other contractors and District architectural, engineering, or maintenance personnel
Gathers and analyzes data to prepare project budgets and maintains responsibility for fiscal controls and cost management
Analyzes and evaluates requests for specialized modernization or deferred maintenance projects and develops a master project plan that includes health and safety concerns, the effects of the interruption on the educational process, and cost effectiveness
Prepares, reviews, and evaluates project schedules, scope, and budgets, and determines the action necessary to resolve problems
Supervises and participates in the use of data systems, data entry, and development of management reports related to District and State-approved projects, utilizing computerized reporting systems
Makes presentations to governmental agencies and other agencies to clarify and justify project fund requirements
Provides written and oral reports to higher-level administrators regarding project status relating to scope, schedule, and budgets
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a related field
Four years of project management experience in the maintenance, planning, design, construction, modernization, or inspection of building facilities
A valid driver's license to legally operate a motor vehicle in the State of California and the use of a motor vehicle, or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation
Preferred
Related experience with educational facilities
Benefits
Insurance: District paid premiums for your choice of several medical, dental, and vision for you and your dependents; and life insurance plans.
Retirement: Membership in the California Public Employee Retirement System (CalPERS).
Vacation: 24 days each year.
Paid Holidays: Up to 13 days.
Company
Los Angeles Unified School District
The Los Angeles Unified School District is the second largest public school district in the U.S.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Holmquist
Senior Advisor to the Superintendent
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