CA - Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

For 50 years, Olen has owned, developed, and managed distinctive commercial properties in Orange County, CA. Our portfolio consists of over 6 million sq. ft. of premier office and flex-space projects. Additionally, Olen’s multi-family portfolio consists of over 17,000 apartment units in 50 residential communities.

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Our culture is one of teamwork, determination, integrity, and pride for our properties. If you feel these values are a match, we’d like to invite you to be a part of our story.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

Olen is seeking a motivated and experienced individual to join our Construction Department as a Construction Project Manager. This role is responsible for planning and overseeing a specific project or a wide range of different construction projects from beginning to end, including capital improvements.

Main Job Tasks And Responsibilities

• Manage assigned construction project(s) including the project timeline and budget.
• Review and evaluate bid documents and work to increase subcontractor base.
• Supervise Construction Department personnel, including job site superintendents and administrative staff.
• Prepare cost estimates.
• Negotiate subcontractor pricing and client change orders.
• Submit and secure required building permits and certificates of occupancy.
• Be fully knowledgeable of prime contract terminology and ensure full compliance throughout construction phase.
• Oversee pre-construction kick-off meeting and hold weekly meetings with jobsite personnel.
• Ensure all facets and needs of the due diligence, entitlements, design and permitting of the development process are met.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, files, and budgets.
• Develop a clear understanding of the scope of services provided by each consultant and contractor in the construction process and provide weekly reports of action items, including responsibilities associated with each development.
• Prepare Requests for Proposals, bid tabulations, letters of intent, and order equipment along with other activities related to contracting for project related services.
• Create final punch lists for job completion.
• Establish contractor work procedures at the job site.
• Verify the final design, materials list and price of product and installation services, as appropriate.
• Other duties may be assigned in support of departmental goals.
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience:

• High school diploma required. Associate and/or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of construction project management experience required.
• Experience working with an owner/builder helpful.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and interpersonal) and ability to interact with all levels of personnel internally and externally.
• Strong working knowledge of Office 365, including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook and SharePoint. Knowledge of MS Project is a plus.
• Demonstrated initiative, professionalism, integrity, and ability to exercise confidentiality in all areas of performance.
• Ability to navigate a jobsite, wearing appropriate PPE, that is under construction to ensure the proper construction practices are being used.
• Must have a personal vehicle for driving to jobsites and a valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
  
  

Reasonable accommodations which do not impose an undue hardship on the Company may be made to enable qualified individuals with a disability to perform the essential duties of the job.

Olen offers competitive compensation and benefits including a 401(k) Plan.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000, depending on experience

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan, with employer match
• Subsidized health insurance including medical, dental, and vision
• Company provided Life insurance
• Paid time off