Construction Manager, Owners Rep - Cordoba Corporation

Cordoba is seeking a Construction Project Manager to support its Education Sector on a private university highly technical campus client projects.  This position plans, organizes, and directs the planning, design, construction, and closeout activities in an active/occupied university environment. Qualified candidates shall have a minimum of 10 years full time paid professional experience managing vertical facilities of capital improvement programs.

• Manages, develops, and coordinates the Owner’s design and construction process for vertical facilities. Engage in the Planning and Design process. 
• Manages the procurement of multiple construction contracts whose value ranges from $500,000 to $10M.  Manages construction and closeout as an Owner’s Representative.
• Manages multiple projects through interaction with architects, consultants, and Owner personnel from project inception through construction.
• Oversees the building design process to ensure compliance with the Owner’s standards and guidelines by working with design professionals and construction contractors to ensure that new and modernized facilities meet Owner’s educational and building standards requirements. Knowledge of CBC code is preferred.
• Follows a process to identify and select the architectural firm best suited for each project based on the firms’ qualifications and ability to meet performance standards. Follows similar process for procuring general contractors to execute construction work on multiple projects.
• Manages the schedule & budget in all phases of the project life cycle.
• Ensures that all decisions are made in a timely manner, including End-User decisions.
• Ensures that all steps within the project are documented and that the documentation meets legal requirements.
• Reviews design changes submitted to ensure the project remains within budget.
• Coordinates with a host of professional staff who support the design function for the Owner.
• Coordinates project activities with other Owner’s organizational branches and departments such as the Inspection, Environmental Health and Safety, Design Services, Maintenance and Operations, Construction Services, and the Owner’s Occupancy Transitional Unit (for FF&E).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Bachelors degree from a recognized college or university; major in architecture, engineering, or construction management
• Minimum 10 years of paid professional experience managing the facilities design, construction, and closeout of capital improvement projects that include the overall contract administration, cost estimating, scheduling activities, change management, and project closeout
• Five years of experience must be in managing, coordinating and constructing public works, educational facilities, laboratory/science facilities or similar public works projects

Preferred:

• A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers, or a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) are preferred but not mandatory.

Salary Range: $152,500 to $172,500 per year.

Location: Pasadena, CA 

Work Environment: 100% onsite in Pasadena, CA 91125.

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.

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