Vanir · 3 days ago
Program Manager
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$125K/yr - $141K/yr
10+ years expVanir is a proud minority- and woman-owned company, recognized as a national leader in program, project and construction management and real estate development. The Program Manager will manage all aspects of project planning and development, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget while meeting the goals of stakeholders.
Building MaterialReal Estate
Responsibilities
Manages all aspects of project planning and development in programs, including Engineering and Construction; Technical Support; Bidding Strategy; Schedules; Budget; Funding source and allocations; Grants Management; Prioritization of Work; and Finalization and Closeout
Reviews, analyzes, and interprets complex project design and construction budgets, schedules, and costs to ensure conformance with authorized scope, time and dollar requirements
Supervises project planners in developing projects’ scope, schedule, and budget making sure that the goals and vision of the stakeholders are reflected
Develops funding strategies for each of the projects within a program, including leveraging funds with state match grants, private grants, and identifying non-profit partners, etc
Resolves or reduces cost overruns by performing value engineering
Reviews project data and develops executive reports for stakeholders and proposes new projects in specific programs as required
Manages the financial closeout of programs by ensuring project documents are finalized and financial reports have been reviewed and in accordance with the guidelines of the funding sources, following substantial completion
Acts as liaison and provides necessary documentation for closed-out projects under litigation and participates in depositions whenever necessary
Reviews and assess program strengths and limitations and makes recommendations for areas requiring improvement, including program reporting and process
Resolves technically complex issues for architects, engineers, and/or other lower-level project managers
Coordinates the formulation of policies and procedures related to Construction Programs, including the development of funding policies, requests for appropriation, and alterations and improvements to new programs
Coordinates and recommends updates to construction specification guidelines
Engages in community and stakeholder meetings regarding high profile projects, summarizes meeting agenda and prepares reports related to project progress for distribution
Participates in job meetings and job walks and reviews project documentation to ensure compliance with program requirements
Maintains lessons learned in all programs and participates in providing training to staff for program and project improvements
Mediates conflicts between project staff with regards to scope, materials and other requirements and offers solutions; assists with dispute mediation between various project staff
Participates in change order negotiations and assists with contract review process
Qualification
Required
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in architecture, engineering or construction management
Candidates who do not meet the education requirements may substitute experience on a year for-year basis
Ten (10) years full time paid professional experience in the management and administration of various programs and projects under programs to include, scope development, planning and design, budget and funding allocation and close-out
Minimum four years' experience in managing programs in a public or educational agency, with full responsibility for coordinating complex activities
A valid Certificate of Registration as an Architect by the California State Architectural Board or Professional Engineer by the State Board for Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors
Preferred
Experience in managing multiple education or public agency programs concurrently
A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
LEED Professional Accreditation
Benefits
401(k) Savings with employer matching contributions
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health savings account (HSA) with employer contributions
Life
AD&D and disability benefits
Flexible spending account (FSA)
Voluntary benefits
Teladoc
Pet insurance
Paid time off
National employee assistance program (EAP)
Employee referral program
Company
Vanir
With a legacy spanning 60 years, Vanir has established itself as a national leader in program, project and construction management (PMCM), as well as real estate development.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dorene Dominguez
Chairman & CEO
Masood Mesbah, PhD, PE
Chief Operating Officer
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