Project Manager I at Arcadis U.S.Inc. in Los Angeles, California

Job Description:

Arcadis is seeking a Project Manager I to join our Los Angeles, CA office. This position will manage the design and construction of a variety of projects with Los Angeles Community Colleges District.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Successfully manage and execute the design and/or construction of 3 to 5 projects simultaneously, ranging in construction value and complexity from $5M to $80M each.
  
  
• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate project management activities on design and construction of modernization projects and new facilities
  
  
• Resolve successfully complex, construction related issues, disputes, and disagreements
  
  
• Report and collaborate with the Program Management Office (PMO) and multiple stakeholders on planning, design and construction matters
  
  
• Review and develop design and construction contract documents and phasing plans in coordination with PMO staff, outside vendors and College Staff
  
  
• Identify and update projects risks periodically, and create and update risk mitigation plans
  
  
• Evaluate, assess, process and manage change orders and professional services requests in a timely manner
  
  
• Perform construction site walks daily to identify construction issues, determine work progress, and track manpower levels
  
  
• Performs constructability reviews and QA/QC on programming, design and construction documents as required
  
  
• Document thoroughly in writing, photos, minutes and reports all issues and status updates on the projects
  
  
• Review and respond to Contractors' project schedules, and lead the effort to maintain projects on schedule
  
  
• Responsible for tracking project budget and additional costs, and for delivering projects within Budget
  
  
• Coordinate budget and schedule information with the Relocation Project Manager regarding FF&E, Asset Disposition/Surplus, and Relocation
  
  
• Collaborate closely with project inspectors and DSA staff to identify and mitigate issues during construction
  
  
• Track status, provide and present management reports relative to scheduling, cost control, staffing and other project requirements
  
  
• Review and inspects construction site offices to assess performance of construction teams and adherence to legal requirements
  
  
• Successfully close out and certify projects including DSA closeout, and PMO/District closeout
  
  
• Performs other related duties as assigned
  
  

• Minimum 5 years' experience in Management of multiple design and construction projects; experience within a large capital improvement program and familiarity with relevant Public Codes
  
  
• BA or BS in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience in excess to the minimum stated above may be substituted for the required education on a year for year basis.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 years' experience in Educational Facility Construction preferred
  
  
• Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
  
  
• Knowledge of all parts of the project life cycle, to include master planning, design and closeout
  
  
• Experience in alternative delivery method (Design-build, etc.)
  
  
• Experience with using a web-based project management system such as Proliance
  
  
• Experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and/or the Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS)
  
  
• Experience in Formal Construction Partnering
  
  
• Experience with Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes or similar
  
  
• 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
  
  
• A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
  
  

Why Choose Arcadis?

Arcadis is the leading global design and consulting firm for natural and built assets, and we invite you to join us in partnering with our clients to deliver truly exceptional and sustainable outcomes. Contribute to the world's most high-profile and transformative projects, from shopping centers in Shanghai and improved traffic flow in Atlanta to state-of-the-art rail systems in Doha, coastal defenses for Manhattan and cleaner air in Los Angeles. Work alongside the industry's foremost thought leaders and accomplished professionals, generating effective, real-world results. We are Arcadis: 27,000 people in more than 70 countries, creating value by applying our collective wisdom to every challenge. Our culture is collaborative, we believe in diversity and the power of global teamwork, and we own the responsibility to sustain the Earth and its people in a safe and balanced way. Arcadis. Improving quality of life.

Transportation, quite literally, makes the world go around. But rapidly increasing urbanization, shrinking budgets and sensitivity to the natural environment demand an innovative approach to advance the future of mobility in all its forms and functions. Join us in developing advanced infrastructure while helping our clients get the most from their existing assets - through innovation and transformational thinking. Together, we will solve some of the world's most complex transportation and land development challenges. Help meet the demands of tomorrow - today.

EEO statement

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.