Asset Renewal Construction Manager IV - Airports

The Tsui Group is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate to join our aviation team as a Asset Renewal Construction Manager in Los Angeles County.  This position is responsible for managing the scope, cost, schedule and operational interfaces of all design and construction related activities for the program. 

 Essential Job Duties:

• Working with team members and airport management to develop budgets, schedules, and plans for the various elements of a project.

• Provide input, review, and initial approval of the TOS acquisition submittal packages prior to official submittal to determine accuracy and completeness and compliance to LAWA DCH requirements.
• Provide initial draft of NTP letters and support documents including supplemental conditions as may be necessary for clarification of project conditions and all other supporting documentation as requested by Program Manager.
• Facilitate the coordination of design related requests for Building Modifications.
• Lead the review and approval of exemption requests as may be required to amend design documents. Accept, reject, or mitigate these requests as may be appropriate.
• Lead preconstruction meetings to facilitate the proper start of the project.
• Lead and document Weekly Meetings.
• Coordinate with all Airport Stakeholders to facilitate goals and objectives for administrative, technical, engineering through closeout functions.
• Managing project scope to meet or exceed project goals and objectives.
• Document and maintain all project correspondence, including all related agreements, authorizations, reports, drawings and specifications. This also includes the written scopes of work, submittal and BIM deliverables, Weekly Meetings minutes, etc.
• Coordinate with the Design Manager during both the design and construction phases of the projects. Collaborate closely to resolve technical design issues and to address non-compliance issues.
• Coordinate shop drawing reviews, mockup requirements and approvals, and participation in and approval of factory and site acceptance tests.
• Participate in testing and commissioning activities, managing the punch list process, and other activities as required to ensure that the processes and requirements to close out a LAWA project are adhered to and followed to ensure all documentation is completed as quickly as possible to efficiently close the project.
• Monitor all Agencies Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) in obtaining the review and approval of permits to construct the project.
• Enforce the requirements of the LAWA Design and Construction Handbook (DCH), in effect at the time the project is designed. Ensure that any approved revisions or deviations are documented and tracked for future reference during construction and closeout. Enforce supplemental Design Guidelines as may come into effect or are in effect from time to time.
• Thoroughly understand the agreements and amendments between the design professionals and/or contractors and LAWA in terms of legal and performance requirements including procurement delivery schedules, component delivery dates, pending notices (NTP, BOAC Action’s, TOC, SC, etc.), requiring the support of the project manager.
• Anticipate, identify, and resolve any program conflicts related to design, construction, operations, commissioning, safety and security. Actively liaise with Airport Operations, Facilities Maintenance & Utilities, CDD, Planning, IMT, Shutdown Control Center (SCC), Airport Police Division (APD), and Inspection.
• Facilitate ASR and USR meetings with Airport Operations to review short-term and long-term detailed execution plans with contractors ahead of SCC application.
• Manage process flow of the submittal and RFI process.
• Ensuring all work is being performed with and inspected to the latest versions of plans and specifications including approved changes, submittals, and RFI’s.
• Preparing reports summarizing progress of construction activities for senior management.
• Review Change Proposals for contractual compliance and alignment with fair market value.
• Prepare monthly risk report.
• Monitoring adherence to the quality assurance/quality control plan, and other documents as required and promoting excellence on the project through the application of quality assurance processes.
• Reviewing pay applications to ensure proper verification of completed work and compliance with contract requirements.
• Participating in all necessary coordination meetings with the designer, contractor, and applicable stakeholders.
• Lead, mentor, and grow your staff.

• May assume other duties as required/needed 

• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed

Minimum Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience, preferably on airport projects and large complex multi-year projects
• Experience with projects more than $50 million in value
• Experience with various delivery methods, including Design-Bid-Build, Design+CMAR and Design/Build
• Proven ability to perform in a management capacity
• Must have a self-starter attitude with proactive, results-oriented focus; and willing and capable to assume additional responsibilities
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations 

Education and Training Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning or other related technical field required
• Master's degree preferred
• Optional certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PE, PMP, AICP, and/or any other relevant professional licensure and/or certifications 

Hardware/Software Knowledge:

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Bluebeam
• Ability to work in CAD or REVIT preferred
• Familiarity with Project Management Information Systems

• Salary Range: $185,000-$190,000
• Medical, Vision, & Dental – 100% covered for the employee*
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 10.5 days of Vacation pay (Accrued)
• 6 days of Sick pay (Available Immediately)
• 10 days of Holiday pay (9 Holidays, 1 Personal Day)
• 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
• Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
• Laptop for work purposes