Senior Project Manager
Company: PM2CM
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: February 17, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description As a Senior Project Manager, you
will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning and execution
of pre-construction activities associated with the building of new
schools and modernization projects for the Los Angeles Unified
School District (LAUSD). You will be responsible for ensuring the
success of multiple projects, managing scope, schedule, and budget,
and resolving complex project-related issues. You will play a key
role in providing leadership and direction to Assistant Facility
Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM), and design
professionals, ensuring optimal project performance. Key
Responsibilities: Plan and coordinate pre-construction activities
for new school buildings and modernization projects. Oversee the
scope, schedule, and budget of multiple projects, ensuring their
overall success. Resolve complex planning, design, and
construction-related issues, disputes, and disagreements. Develop,
assign, and monitor the performance of AFDMs, DMs, and design
professionals. Report on project budget, schedule, and issues to
Departmental, Branch, and Board representatives. Review project
progress relative to submittal schedules and assess status,
progress, and potential. Coordinate with utility and government
agencies to obtain timely action on project completion. Assist
project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning.
Review and verify Design Professional contract scope, fees, and
applications for payment. Provide functional direction over project
schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, and quality control.
Coordinate project activities with other District branches and
departments. Develop and recommend internal policies and
procedures. Perform other duties as assigned. (These are the common
skills and experience of project development manager that are
currently working on LAUSD projects.) Required Experience:
Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction
management, architecture, or related field. Minimum 10 years of
experience in project management in the construction industry;
managing the planning, design, construction, and coordination of
capital projects. Five years of the above experience in educational
facility construction or public works projects. Proven track record
of successfully managing large-scale construction projects. Strong
leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.
Extensive experience in project management within the education
sector. Strong leadership and team management skills. Proven track
record of managing complex construction projects from inception to
completion. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Experience with both project delivery and procurement methods for
public projects. Experience with community engagement processes and
strong communication skills, both oral and written. Proficiency in
project management software and tools. Preferred Qualifications,
Licenses and Certificates: Knowledge of relevant regulations and
building codes. Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM) Experience
in Formal Construction Partnering CCM certification or other
relevant certifications. Incorporate these skills and experiences
into the job description to attract qualified candidates. LEED
Professional Accreditation. PMP certification is a plus. A valid
Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State
Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for
Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.
Keywords: PM2CM, Glendora , Senior Project Manager, Construction , Los Angeles, California
