Junior M&O Project Manager

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading civil engineering firm based in California specializing in education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. We are seeking a Junior M&O Project Manager to support its Education Sector. In this role the candidate will support the full lifecycle of assigned projects, assisting with coordination and oversight across pre‑construction, project development, bidding, award, and close‑out activities. Working closely with the Planning and Development Project Manager (PDPM), this role helps validate existing site conditions, develop accurate project scopes, and prepare concept drawings to visualize proposed work.

The Junior M&O Project Manager reviews design team feedback, evaluates proposed scopes of work, and provides informed recommendations to the PDPM. They also prepare clear, concise reports for PDPM and management to support decision‑making and ensure smooth project progression.

• Assist in the coordination and oversight of all facets of pre‑construction, project development, bid/award, and the project close‑out phase of all assigned projects
• Work closely with PDPM to validate existing site conditions in preparation of the project scope
• Draft concept drawings to assist with the visualization of the project scope
• Review feedback and proposed scopes of work from the design team and provide recommendations to the Planning and Development Project Manager (PDPM)
• Draft reports to the PDPM and management with respect to the status and/or progress of the projects
• Coordinate with all pertinent public agencies to complete federal and state requirements as needed; coordinate with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
• Assist the PDPM with monitoring project budgets and ensure that budgets accurately reflect the status/progress of projects
• Assist the PDPM with reviewing project status and overall planning, design, and construction project progress, and ensure the project scope stays within the approved project definition
• Assist the project team with contracts, bids, and contract planning
• Assist with the development of project or program policy guidelines and procedures, and suggest improvements
• Recommend new developments and strategies affecting program objectives and results
• Work with technical personnel to estimate building costs and changes
• Maintain facility inventory maps with AutoCAD software
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in Project/Construction Management, preferably in an educational facility or public agency project; involved in all phases of construction, including pre‑construction activities and planning, monitoring construction progress, and close‑out activities.
• Experience in safety construction protocols, Cal OSHA requirements, and environmental procedures.
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree, preferably in architecture, engineering, or construction management.
• Possession of a valid Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential may be substituted for the required education.
• Candidates who do not meet the education requirement may substitute experience on a year‑for‑year basis and demonstrate extensive proficiency in the duties indicated.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Bluebeam
• Adobe
• AutoCAD
• Report writing
• Revit & Revit Enscape
• Arc GIS
• Use of Asset and Work Management System (Maximo)

$100,000 to $120,000 yearly

Los Angeles, CA

Onsite

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) 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.

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.