Graduate Project Construction Manager Jobs in Riverside, CA

Cordoba Corporation, a leading civil engineering firm based in California, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Senior Project Manager to play a pivotal role in our Education and Facilities Sector. The Senior Project Manager position works onsite and leads a construction team in accordance with District and program policies and procedures for college construction bond operations. Must be available to be on the premises interacting with the Campus Director, the Campus President, and the Vice President. 

• Resolves complex construction project related issues, disputes, and disagreements.
• Develops, assigns, and monitors performance of OARs relative to assigned construction projects.
• Reviews status and overall construction project progress relative to submitted construction schedules.
• Reviews change orders from all construction projects and assesses their impact on the district.
• Assists Regional Directors and other Facilities management staff with bid and contract planning.
• Assesses bid specifications for District need and probability of completion under stated timeline.
• Reviews status and monitors variances of the construction project database relative to scheduling and cost control reporting
• Reviews and verifies submitted applications for payment and performs overall fiscal management of multiple construction projects.
• Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including construction project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control.
• Reviews and monitors overall administration of contracts for the architect and related consultants.
• Coordinates program activities with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Asset Management Branch, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, and local districts
• Reviews and takes recommended actions in resolving disputes relative to construction projects.
• Develops and recommends internal policies.
• Participate in project risk assessments and discussions to identify impacts on the

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management.
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI) may be substituted for the required education.
• 15 years of full-time paid professional project/construction management experience.
• 5 years of experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $60 million (not cumulative)
• 5 years' experience in educational facility construction, public works, or large commercial projects (may include projects outside of California)

Preferred:

• Experience or educational courses in business administration, public relations, accounting, finance, personnel management, and communication are preferred.
• Design Build Experience
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
• Experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS)
• Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the California State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors.

Salary Range: $200K - $228K per year.

Location: Los Angeles, CA 

Work Environment: Onsite

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba's efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a "top 100 construction management firm" and a "top 50 program management firm." Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a "top 100 design firm" in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA's) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

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