Construction Project Manager

Job Description

Title: Construction Project Manager
Location: Onsite Universal City, CA

Ekman Associates is a management consulting firm that specializes in developing business, digital, and technology strategy, delivering solutions, and addressing human resource demands.

Summary:
Looking for a skilled Construction Project Manager to work with Studio Design & Construction Team in Universal City, CA. Responsible for all aspects of project delivery from preliminary development through construction completion. The candidate should have a strong background in project management, with proven expertise in managing detailed budget and construction schedules. Excellent communication and team-building skills, which are essential for delivering projects in a complex, fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders.

Key Skills

• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook/Excel/Project/PowerPoint, Smartsheet, Bluebeam, Procore, and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities:

• Project Delivery: Manage all phases of project delivery from preliminary scoping and planning to construction, closeout, and turnover. Focus on projects supported by a combination of internal union trades under Facilities and external contractors.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Develop, track, and manage project budgets and schedule, including critical path activities and budget forecasting, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Coordination and Communication: Establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, contractors, consultants, vendors, and public agency employees.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Set, meet, and exceed expectations while communicating regularly with clients, executives, and stakeholders to provide project updates, balance project goals with larger organizational needs.
• Issue Resolution: Address technical, design, and logistical challenges by coordinating with consultants, external vendors, and internal trades to ensure compliance with program, design, and quality standards.
• Permitting and Compliance: Engage with public agencies to manage plan reviews, permitting, and conflict resolution, ensuring all project goals and regulatory requirements are met.
• Record Management: Maintain accurate files and manage record documents throughout the project lifecycle.
• Reporting: Report on project status, schedule, and financials in weekly updates, offering corrective action as necessary.
• Safety and Compliance: Promote safe work environments and ensure projects comply with applicable codes, regulatory requirements, and internal EHS protocols.
• Cross-Team Collaboration: Lead, collaborate on, and participate in duties that support the broader goals and objectives of the Facilities & Administration Team.

Qualifications:

• Executer – Using strong business acumen, inciteful analytical skills, and superior process/project management skills you manage through competing priorities within a matrixed environment
• Communicates with ease – written and verbal with internal and external teams
• Self-starter – motivated, can work with minimal guidance, and can identify helpful resources to get the job done
• Customer Service Champion – Put customers and our people first. Excellent client management and presentation experience.
• Impeccable attention to detail – Bring customer requests to life by organizing the team's daily work plans and scheduling commitments
• Juggler – Manage multiple tasks and priorities and move them all along effectively while keeping stakeholders updating and informed
• 5+ years experience in project management, with specific expertise in managing construction projects involving union trades.
• 5+ years experience in managing detailed budget and construction schedules effectively.
• Detailed knowledge of industry practices and a proven track record of quality control on progressively more complex and diverse projects.
• 5+ years experience presenting all aspects of project progress to a wide range of audiences.
• 5+ years experience in construction document preparation and field observation with thorough knowledge of building materials, specifications, and construction techniques.
• 5+ years experience in dealing with public agencies and building/zoning codes

Qualified Candidates Only: ​​​​​If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at www.ekmanassociates.com.