Project Development Manager, School Projects

Job overview

The Project Development Manager, School Projects role is full-time and onsite in Los Angeles, CA, with pay of $72–$95 per hour. The position manages planning, design, and construction work for new school and modernization projects. The posting lists 401(k), matching, and paid time off. The role coordinates project scope, schedules, budgets, contracts, and teams across multiple school projects, resolving planning, design, and construction issues and reporting progress to departmental, branch, and board representatives. It supports successful delivery of school construction and modernization projects.

What you'll do

• Plan and coordinate pre-construction activities for new school and modernization projects
• manage scope, schedule, budget, and overall project success
• resolve planning, design, and construction issues
• assign and monitor project staff and design professionals
• report budgets, schedules, and issues
• review project progress and submittals
• coordinate with utility and government agencies and district departments
• assist with A/E contracts, bids, and contract planning
• review design professional scopes, fees, and payment applications
• oversee cost control, contract administration, dispute resolution, and quality control
• develop and recommend internal policies and procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project development manager

school projects

los angeles ca

sec construction management

full-time

construction management

pre-construction

school modernization

project budgeting

project scheduling

design coordination

401(k)

401(k) matching

paid time off

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k), 401(k) matching, and paid time off.

Why this role

Requires 10 years of capital-project management experience and a bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management. Architect or Professional Engineer registration, CCM credential, and LEED accreditation are preferred.

About the employer

SEC Construction Management is hiring for this role. Industry: Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. Sector: 23.