Project Manager III - TBIT Above Ground

The Tsui Group is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate to join our aviation team as a Project Manager III - TBIT Above Ground in Los Angeles County.

The position is responsible for managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction related activities for the Asset Renewal Program.

Essential Job Duties:

• Primary liaison and airport/owner representative responsible for directing and managing above-ground projects in the asset renewal program
• Responsible for scope development and scope management of the project to meet project goals and objectives
• Manage Above-Ground consultant(s) in developing Asset Renewal Program analysis, survey plans, assessments, and reports.
• Work with Procurement PM and Above/Below ground PMs in scope development for contract GC RFPs.
• Manage Above-Ground consultants during CA - RFIs, submittals, substitution requests, inspections, etc.
• Collaborate with HJ Russell in design & permitting schedule development and management.
• Manage Asset Renewal consultant field surveys
• Manage Program Risk Assessment
• Manage stakeholder interface with airport and Asset Renewal consultants
• Develop RFPs and oversee the procurement process for designers and contractors
• Provide direction and management for assigned projects and ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations
• Plan and define program goals and devising methods to accomplish them, developing in-depth knowledge of owner objectives, contract terms, and airport policies
• Plan, direct, supervise and control the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project
• Work with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plan for the various elements of a project
• Oversee owner's staff that manages full project delivery including stake holder interfaces
• Manage project scope to meet or exceed project goals and objectives
• Identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructibility issues
• Conduct field surveys and investigations to capture detailed and accurate field conditions. This information shall be used to enable strategic design and construction decisions
• Maintain documentation on the approved scope of work for the project to include all related agreements, authorizations, reports, drawings and specifications. This documentation shall include narratives for all scopes of work as well as a coordinated CAD representation including all projects for key disciplines
• Oversee the Designer and manage the design process during design and construction including resolution of technical design issues, issuing design non-compliances, issuing field non-conformances, timely processing of RFI's, coordinating shop drawing reviews, participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests, coordinating material approvals, coordinating mock up approvals, providing reports, drawings and specification interpretation, participation in testing and commissioning activities, managing the punch list process and other activities as required to ensure the design process supports the project goals
• Monitor and lead efforts related to the permitting process required by the design team and contractor
• Become thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected
• Ensure all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFI's
• Work with designer, contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priorities
• Keep alert to possible problem areas and taking preventative action to ensure critical milestones are met for each phase of the project
• Ensure the use of safe and sound construction practices
• Prepare reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management
• Review change proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fair market value
• Prepare monthly risk report for the Program Board
• Monitor adherence to Quality Assurance/Quality Control Plan, and other documents as required and promoting excellence on the project through the application of Quality Assurance processes
• Enforce the program requirements for all areas of the project and monitoring the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria
• Review pay applications to ensure proper verification of completed work and compliance with contract requirements
• Work with the key project individual to devise and execute action plans to rectify potential cost overruns or delays, or to accommodate significant changes to the scope of work
• Assure that current and timely change orders are documented and administered properly
• Participate in all necessary coordination meeting with designer, contractor and stakeholders
• Manage the closeout process to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs
• Ensure safety performance well above industry standards
• May assume other duties as required/needed.
• Maybe required to work past regular work shift.
• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed.

Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 15 years experience, preferably on airport projects
• Experience with projects more than $50 million in value.
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations

Education/Training/Certifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field
• Master's degree preferred
• Relevant professional licensure and/or certification are strongly preferred. Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, etc.

Hardware/Software Knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred

Benefits

• Salary Range: $180,000-$185,000
• Medical, Vision, & Dental - 100% covered for the employee*
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 10 days of Holiday pay (9 Holidays, 1 Personal Day)
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes