We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Assistant Construction Manager to join our team, focusing on the construction and renovation of educational facilities. In this role, you will assist in the planning, coordination, and supervision of construction projects within a school or college environment. Your primary responsibilities will include managing project schedules, ensuring site safety, and maintaining comprehensive project documentation. You will work closely with architects, engineers, contractors, and school administrators to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential to effectively manage the diverse needs of educational facility projects.

The current position is in Long Beach, on campus at Long Beach City College (LBCCD), where Cordoba Corporation has been the prime consultant for the LBCCD Bond Program Management Team since 2006, providing comprehensive program and construction management services. The $1.6 billion program covers more than 30 facilities across the campuses and remote sites spanning 144 square miles. Comprehensive services include site development and planning, area-wide planning, design management, project controls, financial analysis, program management, construction management and commissioning, community outreach, internal/external communications, and move management.

• Assist with performing a variety of administrative and professional duties related to the company’s facilities planning and construction program; participate in the development of the company’s long-range growth and capital improvement strategic master plans; assure compliance with applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
• Assist with environmental aspects related to the planning and construction contracts; review architectural plans for conformance to hazardous materials and geotechnical-related issues; coordinate the involvement of District departments in the facilities planning and design process.
• Assist in planning renovation, modernization, and construction of company’s facilities, including schools, portable classrooms and other support facilities; review and recommend contracts, leases, and other agreements for District facilities as related to specific environmental concerns.
• Assist with managing hazardous material consultants, overseeing scope of work and administering contracts.
• Assist with serving as a liaison between company personnel and outside agencies regarding environmental activities; confer with company staff, consultants and representatives of public agencies regarding planning requirements, schedules and issues.
• Participate in the site acquisition process; interpret and apply California Environmental Quality Act and State Department of Education guidelines.
• Assist with prepare environmental Request for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ); analyze the scope and cost of contractor and consultant proposals; review project plans and specifications prior to bids; participate in pre-bid walks and bid openings; utilize the Critical Path Method (CPM) to calculate project timelines and schedules.
• Research and maintain current knowledge of laws, codes, rules and regulations related to assigned activities.
• Assist with providing technical expertise and information regarding assigned functions and participate in the formulation of policies, procedures and programs; provide advisement of unusual trends or problems and recommend appropriate corrective action.
• Assist with the preparation and maintenance of a variety of reports, records and files related to assigned activities; compose written and oral communications to convey information in accordance with District policies and procedures.
• Operate a computer and assigned software; review and evaluate facilities planning software applications and recommend new software or improvements; drive a vehicle to conduct work and visit sites.
• Attend and represent the company in a variety of meetings, conferences and governmental hearings related to assigned activities; prepare and deliver oral presentations as requested.

• Associate degree or equivalent work experience
• 5-10 years of specialized experience in Facilities Development, Construction Management, Business, and related disciplines
• Proficient in project management
• Understanding of construction methods and materials
• Proficiency in construction software
• Strong communication and organizational skills

Preferred:

• Experience working with the Division of the State Architect preferred.

• Experience with Education Facilities is desirable.
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

Salary Range: $85,000 to $125,000 per year

Location: Long Beach, CA

Work Environment: Onsite

Cordoba, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.  Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.  We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our  employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment-Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.

For inquiries or accommodations, please contact our HR Department at: (213) 895-0224.

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