Minimum Required Qualifications:
Required Experience:
Ten (10) years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects
Five (5) years of the above experience in educational facility construction or public works projects
Additional Preferred Experience:
1. Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and/or modernization projects
2. Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
3. Experience with LEED and/or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.
4. Experience with the development of major facilities (CEQA, agency approvals, coordination with City and County agencies).
5. Experience with both project delivery and procurement methods for public projects
6. Experience with community engagement processes and strong communication skills, both oral and written
7. Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
8. Experience in Formal Construction Partnering
Required Education:
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering or construction management
Preferred Licenses and Certificates:
A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
LEED Professional Accreditation
Position Functions:
1. Plan and coordinate the execution of pre-construction activities associated with the preparation for the building of new schools and modernization projects
2. Responsible for the scope, schedule and budget, and overall success of multiple, new and modernization, school projects
3. Resolve complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
4. Develop, assign and monitor performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM) and Design professionals relative to assigned projects
5. Report on project budget, schedule and issues. Provide information and analysis of project issues to Departmental, Branch and Board representatives
6. Review status and overall planning, design and construction project progress relative to submittal schedules. Review project through all development phases, and assesses status, progress and potential
7. Coordinate with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
8. Assist project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning
9. Review and verify Design Professional contract scope, fees and applications for payment, and perform overall fiscal management of multiple projects
10. Provide functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration and quality control
11. Coordinate project activities, requirements, and schedules with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Project Execution, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers and site personnel
12. Develop and recommend internal policies and procedures
13. Perform other duties as assigned
Position Title:
Project Development Manager (School Construction Projects) Owners Team
Client / Program:
Los Angeles Unified School District – Project Execution
Position Location:
Downtown Los Angeles
Position Start Date:
Approximately September
Salary $247,000 to $250,000 per year as a full-time employee, plus full company benefits, including 10 paid vacation days, 11 paid holidays, and 5 paid sick days.
Company medical insurance and 401K plan
DACM Project Management, Inc. is a full-service program and project construction management company established in 1987.
Position Overview:
The successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the LAUSD Facilities Program
DACM Project Management, Inc. is a full service program, project, and construction management firm established in 1987. We have participated in domestic and international construction projects totaling more than $7 billion. As a member of the DACM team, you can make a lasting impact on your community and beyond. We invite you to join us for an opportunity with a company that respects the value of every member. Our goal is to forge lasting alliances and we're proud to say that many of our employees have been part of the DACM team for over fifteen years.