Project Manager (Development & Construction)

Company: Goldrich & Kest Inc.
Location: Culver City
Posted on: March 20, 2023

Job Description:

GK Management Co., Inc.
Culver City, CA 90230, USA
Description GK is recognized by the Los Angeles Business Journal as one of the Most Influential Family-Owned Businesses in Los Angeles Goldrich Kest (GK) is a diversified real estate development and management group of companies and partnerships. Its focus is to expand its portfolio of proven and well-located properties including multi-family, industrial, retail, commercial and congregate care through acquisition and development while providing stable cash flow to its partners and outside investors. Job SummaryGoldrich Kest, headquartered in Culver City, California, is currently seeking a Project Manager to support projects and jobsites in the Los Angeles County Area as assigned. This position will report to the Vice President of Construction, within the Development and Construction Group. The selected individual will be responsible for the management of Development and Construction projects including Development, Redevelopment, Reposition, and Renovation projects throughout the portfolio. The Project Manager is responsible for the overall day-to-day management of various projects including, but not limited to preconstruction, organizing, and controlling the coordination activities, administration, reporting, contract and subcontract negotiations and execution, establishment and maintenance of a cohesive project schedule(s) and cost, including project post construction activities through close out documentation. The Project Manager will review and approve their projects in accordance with company standards and implement and maintain best practices in field operations to ensure timely completion of projects, quality control and compliance with OSHA standards.Essential FunctionsThis job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

• Builds relationships and develops communication and interpersonal skills with Development and Construction and CR/CI Teams, Property Management Teams, Facilities Teams, Asset Management Team, Contractors, Subcontractors, and all other internal and external partners.
• Work with the Asset Management, Development & Construction, CR/CI and Property Management Teams to ensure project completion is within budget, established deadlines and set specifications in accordance with company standards.
• Ensure project team inclusive of project engineers and other team members have appropriate resources and currently maintain budgets and timeframe
• Provide the guidance and development of project teams to establish clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations amongst the team to provide yearly goal and growth metrics.
• Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and effective project delivery plans that supports the company's strategic objectives.
• Manage both the project budget and schedule to ensure that the budget/schedule accurately reflects the project status/ progress
• Review and manage all pertinent project related documents, including but not limited to, subcontracts, change orders, buyouts, RFI's, and submittals
• Create effective project management methodology, standards, and guidelines to monitor performance and ensure compliance with contractual agreements, deliverables, and milestones
• Update weekly/monthly reports for ownership with respect to the status and/or progress of assigned projects.
• Prepare project status reports and works to ensure plans adhere to contract specifications.
• Collaborate with the Asset Management, Property Management, and Facilities Departments with project transition by preparing documentation with essential project information for ongoing operations post-construction such as building operations and maintenance functions.
• Oversee and own full lifecycle of projects to achieve on-time and on-budget delivery with owner satisfaction. Including but not limited to:
  • Facilitating the compiling of required documents and soliciting of Request for Proposals for consultant and contractor services.
  • Assist Development Team in providing guidance during planning phase including but not limited to cost and schedule management, project logistics plans, Request for Proposals and Interviews for Preconstruction Services, constructability reviews, and clash detection.
  • Gather proposals from architects, engineers, and contractors
  • Write and manage construction contracts and change order with vendors across multiple disciplines, inclusive of soliciting pricing and bid/scope analysis.
  • Manage all aspects of multi-discipline construction projects in the field
  • Participates in activities such as punch lists, city inspections, safety reviews, quality reviews and prepares the necessary documentation for approvals.
  • Resolve design and construction conflicts in the field in real time
  • Actively participates in Owner, Architect and Contractor (OAC) meetings and assists the Project Manager in the preparation of progress reports and meeting minutes.
  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President and/or Development and Construction Management Team.Other ResponsibilitiesPerforms other duties as assigned.Materials and EquipmentThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptop computers, smart phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and other presentation materials.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    • Have a successful track record in executing new ground up or infill real estate development projects, redevelopment of existing properties, or renovation of occupied multi-family buildings.
    • Have a collaborative and professional approach to building positive relationships across your organization.
    • Ability to manage multiple project schedules and ensure timely completion.
    • Technical knowledge and experience in given field of inspection work.
    • Knowledge of organizational policies and procedures and ability to apply to solve everyday issues.
    • Ability to create, compose and edit written materials. Ability to communicate clearly with Owners, Senior Management, co-workers, and vendors.
    • Must be organized, dependable, cooperative, and be able to multitask.
    • Ability to exercise initiative and problem-solving skills.
    • Proficient in computers and software applications such as Microsoft Office Applications and Procore.Minimum Qualifications Required
      • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field, preferred.
      • Minimum 5-10 years of experience in Project Management or related field.
      • Minimum 5-10 years of experience in Construction Management
      • Minimum 5-10 years of multi-family, office building, real-estate, construction/renovation, capital improvement, and procurement/purchasing experience.
      • Experience working with California based general contractor preferred.
      • Highly collaborative style with a sincere commitment to work with all groups, including ownership, senior management, staff, and others.Certifications
        • N/APhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.Working Conditions
          • This position operates as needed in the field and/or professional office environmen
          • Incumbents must be able to physically access all exterior and interior parts of the community and amenities. Periodic exposure to outside elements where temperature, weather, odors and/or landscape may be unpleasant and/or hazardous. Work schedule may vary based on demand.

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