Project / Construction Manager (Various Levels) - Aviation Sector

Position Now Open Note, LENAX does not pay for relocation or expenses for interviews. This is not a fully-remote position. This position is 100% onsite at the Los Angeles Project Offices of the owner/client. About Lenax Construction Services, Inc. Since its inception in 1993, Lenax Construction Services, Inc. (LENAX) has provided quality construction services and project controls to a diverse range of engineering, design, and construction firms. LENAX services a broad range of markets, including airports, transportation, industrial, correctional, universities, and marine. LENAX is a goal-oriented and customer-driven independent consulting business, aimed at adding value and strength to our clients’ program teams by providing expertise in current pricing and economic trends, while utilizing the most up to date means and methods in the construction and design industries. Position Overview LENAX is looking for a Project Managers and Construction Managers--various levels--to manage the development and implementation of work packages and Task Orders. Provides direction and input on projects--from the design development stage through construction. May act as the client's primary representative on a project--establishing standards for meeting minutes, records, etc.; and, ensuring that Designers and Contractors are meeting CEQA/NEPA and/or Entitlement requirements. Facilitates coordination with other of the client's divisions and regulatory agencies (e.g., Planning, FAA, TSA, AQMD, SHPO, EPA, etc.) as appropriate. Coordinates messaging plan, notices, contingency planning and other tasks as needed. Key Identifiers for these Positions Project Manager and Technical/Construction Leader with experience in an operating/active environment. Management of project within budget and schedule constraints while maintaining all necessary scope elements. Leader in stakeholder engagement to identity, communicate, resolution and accomplishment their needs, while preserving the principles and criteria of the project scope, schedule and budget constraints. Knowledge in design and construction contracting practices and methodologies. Knowledge and experience in the project design life cycle from Concept to Project Definition Book to Permit to Bulletins. Knowledge and experience in the project construction life cycle from Pre-Construction to estimating/buyout to phasing to implementation to Closeout. Ability to assemble KPI’s and decisions needed for Governance and presentation to others, including the executive staff. Maintaining an excellent working relationship with the design and construction professionals geared towards open communications and mutual problem solving in the best interest of the project and all other parties involved. Developing and maintaining a high level of team morale through professionalism that reflects well on the project team, external stakeholders and Owner-Client/internal stakeholders. Job Duties Primary liaison and airport/owner representative responsible for directing and managing the project. Responsible for scope development and scope management of the project to meet project goals and objectives. Develop the RFP and oversee the procurement process for designers and contractors. Providing direction and management for assigned project and ensuring on-schedule completion within or below budget in accordance with contractual obligations. Planning and defining program goals and devising methods to accomplish them, developing in-depth knowledge of owner objectives, contract terms, and airport policies. Planning, directing, supervising and controlling the execution of all technical, fiscal, and administrative functions of the assigned project. Working with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plan for the various elements of a project. Oversees the owner’s staff that manages full project delivery including stake holder interfaces. Managing project scope to meet or exceed project goals and objectives. Abilities to identify and study options to complex design, operational or constructability issues. Ability to conduct field surveys and investigations to capture detailed and accurate field conditions. This information shall be used to enable strategic design and construction decisions. Maintaining 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. Managing the project 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. Overseeing the design process including managing the Design Review Team (DRT) design review process for assigned project(s) through all phases of design including significant design changes during construction. Monitoring and leading efforts related to the permitting process required by the design team and contractor. Overseeing the construction process to remove and mitigate obstacles that cause inefficiencies to the construction process. Becoming thoroughly familiar with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of all facilities to be erected. Ensuring all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFI’s. Working with designer, contractor and stakeholders to develop the overall planning of construction activities and identifying critical milestones and priorities. Keeping alert to possible problem areas and taking preventative action to ensure critical milestones are met for each phase of the project. Ensuring the use of safe and sound construction practices. Preparing reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management. Reviewing change proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fair market value. Preparing a monthly risk report for the Program Board. Monitoring 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. Enforcing the program requirements for all areas of the project and monitoring the draft and final deliverables for adherence to these criteria. Reviewing pay applications to ensure proper verification of completed work and compliance with contract requirements. Working 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. Assuring that current and timely change orders are documented and administered properly. Participating in all necessary coordination meeting with designer, contractor and stakeholders. Managing the closeout process to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project without incurring unnecessary costs. Safety performance well above industry standards. Required Qualifications 5+ years of directly applicable experience required will depend upon the level of the position issued, and preferably on airport projects. Minimum, Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or another related technical field. Relevant Professional Licensure and/or Certifications are strongly preferred (e.g., AAAE, LEED, PMP, PE, AICP, etc., or any other relevant Licensure or Certifications). Knowledge of all parts of the project life cycle, to include master planning, design and closeout. Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM), a plus. Knowledge and experience with alternative project delivery methods is required. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Bluebeam is required. Ability to work in CAD or REVIT is preferred. Experience using a web-based, project management system such as Prolog, Procore, or Proliance strongly preferred. Additional (Potential) - Preferred (but not Required) Qualifications Experience in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects strongly preferred. 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). =========================================================================================== Note: We ask that salary expectations be included for all applicants, to ensure they are in range. A project-based resume and/or list of previous projects worked on may be requested, if not included with your application. As noted above, this is not a remote position. Those considered for the position must be able to report to the worksite (in the Los Angeles County area) on a regular schedule and, as needed. All environmental, health and safety requirements must be complied with, as applicable. Compensation – Compensation varies, depending upon the position level. Salary ranges are available for all positions upon request. Benefits - LENAX employees enjoy a competitive compensation and benefits package including but not limited to: Three (3) weeks (120 hours) Paid Time Off (PTO) Eight (8) Company-Paid Holidays A wide selection of medical plans and with a generous employer base plan--HMO, PPO, HSA/EPO options available; Dental, Vision, and Chiropractic/Acupuncture benefits. Employer covers 100% of employee premium and 50% of dependent premium with the Company’s Medical “Base Plan”; and similarly for the Delta Dental PPO 2000 Plan—100% of premium covered for the employee premium, and 50% for dependent premium(s) 401-k Retirement Savings Plan with employer matching Educational Assistance Professional Development Employee Referral Program And, much, much more LENAX is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace -