Workplace Project Manager Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Project Manager to join our Facilities Sector. The Project Manager will play a crucial role in the renovation and expansion of our CSU Channel Islands higher education client project. The ideal candidate will support a major campus-wide with facility improvements, including hydronic valve replacement program, mechanical systems, along with additional capital and facilities projects. This role is ideal for someone with experience in utilities, public works, or campus environments who thrives in a fast-paced, design-build setting.

• Manage small capital projects from inception to closeout.
• Lead and support a $3M Hydronic Valve Replacement Project, a campus-wide design-build initiative.
• Coordinate with design teams, contractors, and campus stakeholders to ensure project milestones, quality, and compliance.
• Manage project documentation, schedules, budgets, and reporting requirements.
• Oversee or assist with additional projects, including:
  • Abatement projects
  • Tenant improvements (TI)
  • Minor capital projects
• Maintain strong communication with the client and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution.

• Ability to prepare project files for CSU system audit at project completion
• 8-14 years of Project Management experience
• Public works or campus project experience, particularly in occupied or operational environments.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment; on-site presence will be required based on project needs.
• Ability to communicate mission, objectives and safety philosophy in decision making and supervising the work of others

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree (in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred).
• Institutional/Higher Ed experience preferred but not required
• CSU experience is a plus but not required
• Experience working for a general contractor on large construction projects is a plus
• Utility experience preferred, especially involving hydronic systems, mechanical systems, or infrastructure upgrades.

Salary: $150K to $165K/yearly

Location: Ventura, CA

Work Environment: Hybrid

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading 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.

Join Cordoba Corporation and be part of shaping California's future!

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