Construction Manager
Los Angeles, CA
A nationally recognized architecture and engineering practice with a strong presence in education and civic work is seeking a Construction Manager to join its growing Southern California team.
This is an opportunity to step into a highly visible role supporting complex, community driven projects that directly impact students, educators, and local communities. The firm is deeply committed to long term growth in California and is investing strategically in construction leadership to support an expanding portfolio.
The Role: As Construction Manager, you will serve as a key liaison between design teams, consultants, contractors, and client stakeholders throughout the construction phase. You will provide on site leadership, ensure quality control, manage schedules and budgets, and drive projects forward from groundbreak to closeout.
You will play a critical role in maintaining alignment between design intent and field execution while proactively identifying risks, resolving issues, and maintaining strong communication across all parties.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee construction phase services on K 12 and civic projects across the Los Angeles region
- Serve as the primary point of contact during construction for clients, contractors, and internal teams
- Review submittals, RFIs, change orders, and pay applications
- Monitor schedule, budget, and overall project performance
- Coordinate with inspectors, agencies, and authorities having jurisdiction
- Lead site visits and field reports, ensuring quality and compliance
- Support DSA coordination and approval processes where applicable
What We Are Looking For
- 8 plus years of experience in construction management, owner representation, or construction administration
- Experience supporting public sector, K 12, education, or civic projects in California
- Strong understanding of DSA processes and compliance is highly preferred
- Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex project teams
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Ability to operate with autonomy while contributing to a collaborative culture
Why This Opportunity: This role offers the chance to join a mission driven team with a strong backlog of work and a clear growth trajectory in Southern California. The firm values long term career development, collaboration, and building lasting partnerships within the communities it serves.
All inquiries will be handled confidentially.
To express interest or learn more, please apply directly or reach out for a private conversation.
