Architectural Project Development Manager - School Projects - Project Scoping at DACM Project Management, Inc.

Position Title:                     

Project Development Manager - Architectural Scoping - Educational Facilities

Company:               

DACM Project Management, Inc.

Program:                 

Los Angeles Unified School District – Facilities - Asset Management

Start Date:               

Approximately June 2024

Location:                 

Los Angeles (Downtown)

DACM Project Management, Inc.                                  

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 twenty years.

A successful candidate for this position will be assigned to the DACM contract with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Facilities Construction Program.

Salary Range:                        $200,000 to $210,000 per annum

DACM employee benefits include: 26 days a year time off with pay, 401K program, medical and dental insurance, professional development program, bonuses, and other benefits.

Duties:

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,

Design Managers, 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 assess status,

progress, and potential impacts.

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, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers, and site personnel.

12. Develop and recommend internal policies and procedures.

13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Required Experience:

Ten years of experience managing the planning, design, construction, and coordination of

capital projects.

Five years of the above experience in educational facility construction or public works

Projects.

Additional Preferred Experience:

Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and / or modernization projects.

Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction / design processes.

Experience with LEED and / or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.

Experience with the development of major facilities (CEQA, agency approvals, coordination with City and County agencies).

Experience with Design / Build and Design / Bid / Build project delivery and procurement methods for public projects.

Experience with community engagement processes and strong communication skills, both oral and written.

Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM).

Experience in Formal Construction Partnering.

Required Education:

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a BA or BS in Architecture,

Engineering, or Construction Management.

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

A valid California Architect license issued by the California Architects Board or a valid Professional Engineer license issued by the California Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

or

A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential issued by the Construction Manager

Certification Institute (CMCI).

LEED Professional Accreditation