Construction Project Development Manager

CLMI Group, LLC

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Los Angeles, California, US on site Until 9/15/2026 10+ years exp First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted July 17, 2026
Job description

Position Title: Construction Project Development Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA - (On-Site) Los Angeles Unified School District (candidates must be willing and able to commute to the Los Angeles, CA office and make site visits as necessary)

Duties:

  • Plans and coordinates the execution of pre-construction activities associated with the preparation for the building of new schools and modernization projects
  • Responsible for the scope, schedule and budget, and overall success of multiple, new and modernization, school projects
  • Resolves complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
  • Develops, assigns and monitors performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM) and Design professionals relative to assigned projects
  • Reports on project budget, schedule and issues. Provides information and analysis of project issues to Departmental, Branch and Board representatives
  • Reviews status and overall planning, design and construction project progress relative to submittal schedules. Reviews project through all development phases, and assesses status, progress and potential
  • Coordinates with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
  • Assists project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning
  • Reviews and verifies Design Professional contract scope, fees and applications for payment, and performs overall fiscal management of multiple projects
  • Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration and quality control
  • Coordinates 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 Unit, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers and site personnel
  • Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Experience

  • Ten (10) years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects

Additional Preferred Experience

  • Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and/or modernization projects
  • 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 both 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 bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management

Preferred Licenses and Certificates

  • A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
  • A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
  • LEED Professional Accreditation

Benefits

CLMI Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $175,000 annually.

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k)
  • 401k Matching
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term / Long Term Disability / Life
About this role

Summary

Manage planning, design, construction, and coordination of school projects.

Job title

Construction Project Development Manager

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

On-site in Los Angeles, CA, candidate must be willing to commute.

Salary

$170k–$175k

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementbudgetingcontract administrationcoordinationdispute resolution

Preferred skills

LEEDCHPSCEQAcommunity engagementBIM

Specializations

constructionproject managementfacility developmentLEEDBIM
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

On-site City