CEI is a real estate investment company comprised of professionals who have been executing real estate investment strategies for the past three decades. Since its inception in 2001, CEI has been executing ground-up and value-add real estate projects in all asset classes, with primary focus on multifamily. We now seek an experienced Construction Manager in Los Angeles, CA.

• Responsible for implementing construction projects, working closely with both internal and external parties to ensure construction delivery.
• Serve as a liaison between the developers, contractors and other third parties to ensure the company’s best interests are carried out.
• Review and prepare the documents for plan check with local jurisdictions; interview and select design consultants, contractors, and other vendors through the bidding process.
• Review contract drawings and specifications and opine for completeness and general compliance with commonly accepted architectural /engineering practices. Work with architects and other consultants to address GC’s RFIs and submittals.
• Conduct periodic site visits to monitor construction progress, review status of work completed, review that work is proceeding in good craftsmanship and professional manner, and in accordance with the approved drawings and specifications.
• Prepare weekly project status reports and keep stakeholders posted on the construction progress. Prepare a monthly project forecast model to evaluate the financial progress of the projects. Work with the lender’s inspector to ensure on-time distribution of the construction loan.
• Analyze and adjust the project’s direct and indirect budgets, including cost estimate back-up, spot quantity take-offs, and review of supporting documentation submitted by the contractor and subcontractors.
• Manage and control both the project budget and schedule; use Viewpoint to track cost, invoice, vendors, and run cost reports.
• Review subcontracts, bonds/subcontractor default insurance, change orders, GC’s monthly job cost reports.
• Review and comment on construction and disbursement schedules and other submitted documents, including but not limited to, zoning approvals, certified surveys, building permits, and approvals, utility company approval letters, soil and foundation engineering reports, and designer’s certification of code and ADA compliance.
• Review and verify contract scope, fees, and payment applications from design professionals/ other vendors at different stages of construction.
• Coordinate with all relevant public agencies during pre-construction and construction to comply with all off-site work, safety, and building codes as well as legal requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, building engineering, or a closely related field.
• LEED AP BD+C certification required.
• OSHA Certificate for Construction required.
• 3 years of experience in construction management in multiple states, including 1 year on multi-family and one year on commercial construction.
• Demonstrated experience in managing all aspects of construction projects throughout the entire life cycle.
• Demonstrated experience in working with city building departments, school district and utility departments to obtain occupancy certificates and all necessary permits.
• Demonstrated ability and experience in tracking, managing, controlling, forecasting, and adjusting budget for construction projects; must have experience with managing multi-family projects with at least 200 units.
• Experienced in reviewing contract drawing, specification, architectural and engineer designs, and proficient with AutoCAD.
• Knowledgeable and familiar with zoning, various permit and certification requirements including demolition permit, grading permit, HVAC permit, electrical permit, plumbing permit, sewer permit, fire sprinkler permit, fire alarm permit, public work permit, encroachment permit, and LEED certification.
• Must be proficient and experienced with various software essential to the construction management, including Procore, Viewpoint, and Plangrid.
• Must possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills with proven experience coordinating stakeholders, subcontractors, vendors, architects, and local jurisdictions to ensure on-time completion.
• Willingness to travel domestically for site visits, construction observation, attending training courses, and business meetings, if requested.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to work flexible hours including early mornings, evenings and weekends.