Project Development Manager

https://kkcsinc.com/

Program Management | Construction Management

Kal Krishnan Consulting Services, Inc. (KKCS), a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization. The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 95 professionals in our regional offices. KKCS has attracted to its staff a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients' projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways. Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients. KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services.

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, diversity, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer. This allows for more money to be available to the agencies we serve, that inevitably will be reinvested in the community. At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Project Development Manager- Asset Management - School Facilites

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $136,440 - 141,440 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KKCS is seeking a highly skilled Project Development Manager - Asset Management to lead the planning, design, and pre-construction phases of school modernization and new school construction projects. This key leadership role will be responsible for managing scope, schedule, and budget while ensuring successful project execution. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in capital project management, a strong understanding of public sector project delivery, and excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The position is full-time and onsite in Los Angeles, CA.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning & Coordination: Plan and coordinate pre-construction activities for new school construction and modernization projects.
• Project Management: Oversee the scope, schedule, and budget for multiple school projects to ensure overall success.
• Issue Resolution: Resolve complex planning, design, and construction-related issues, disputes, and disagreements.
• Team Supervision: Develop, assign, and monitor the performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM), and Design professionals.
• Reporting & Analysis: Provide regular project status updates, budget and schedule reports, and analysis of issues to Departmental, Branch, and Board representatives.
• Design & Construction Oversight: Review project progress through all development phases and coordinate with utility and government agencies to ensure timely project completion.
• Contract Management: Assist project teams with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning, and review and verify Design Professional contract scope, fees, and payment applications.
• Quality Control & Fiscal Management: Provide functional direction over project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration, and quality control for multiple projects.
• Collaboration & Coordination: Coordinate project activities with various District branches and departments, including Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Project Execution, and site personnel.
• Policy Development: Develop and recommend internal policies and procedures to improve project management processes.

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience: Ten (10) years of experience managing the planning, design, construction, and coordination of capital projects.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management from a recognized college or university. (Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.)
• Technical Skills: Strong understanding of project delivery and procurement methods for public projects and experience with CEQA, agency approvals, and coordination with city and county agencies.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with the scoping and planning of new construction and modernization projects.
• Experience with LEED and/or Collaborative for High-Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) and formal construction partnering processes.
• Community engagement experience with strong oral and written communication skills.

Licenses and Certifications:

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

KKCS is an equal-opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply