Senior Project Manager I - Construction

CLMI Group, LLC

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Los Angeles, California, US on site Until 8/21/2026 17+ years exp First posted June 3, 2026 Last posted June 3, 2026
Job description

CLMI Group is looking for passionate construction professionals to join our team! We value ambition, dedication, and innovation, and believe in building a network of talented individuals who share our commitment to making a difference.

Position Title:  Senior Project Manager I

Location: Los Angeles Unified School District (This position is on-site in Los Angeles, California and candidates must be willing and able to commute to the office and make site visits as necessary)

Duties:

  • 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 according to District needs 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 Architects 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 and procedures
  • Performs other related duties as assigned

Requirements

Required Experience:

  • 17 years full time paid professional project/construction management experience
  • 5 years of experience in managing large programs with projects having construction values in excess of $50 million (not cumulative)
  • 5 years’ experience in educational facility construction, public works or large commercial projects (may include projects outside of California)

Additional Preferred Experience:

  • 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 Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes

Required Education: There are 4 ways to meet the education requirement:

  • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management

OR

  • Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree. Candidate must be able to complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division of the Los Angeles Unified School District.

OR

  • College undergraduate but possess more than 20 years of Construction or Project Management experience and must complete the Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential within one (1) year of employment in the Facilities Services Division.

OR

  • Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential at the time of resume submission which may substitute for the required education

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

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.

Offered rate of compensation will be based on a variety of non-discriminatory factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and geographic location.

  • Salary Range: $190,000-205,000
  • 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 large construction projects, budgets, schedules, and contracts for educational facilities.

Job title

Senior Project Manager I - Construction

Experience level

17+ years

Minimum experience

17+ years exp

Industry

construction

Location requirements

On-site in Los Angeles, California; candidates must be willing to commute

Salary

$190k–$205k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

project managementcontract administrationcost controldispute resolutionschedule monitoring

Preferred skills

BIMLEEDCHPSDSA processesDesign Build

Specializations

construction managementlarge projectseducational facilitiespublic works
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Los Angeles, CA, USA

On-site City