JOB DETAILS
Project Development Manager
CompanyThe Tsui Group
LocationLos Angeles
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 9, 2026

About The Company
PMCM firm focused on Program Management & Construction Management professional services.
About the Role
The Tsui Group is seeking a candidate who is qualified and experienced in K-12 Construction Project Management to serve as a Project Development Manager with the below qualifications:
- Plans and coordinates the execution of pre-construction activities associated with the preparation for the building of new schools and modernization projects
- Responsible for the scope, schedule and budget, and overall success of multiple, new and modernization, school projects
- Resolves complex planning, design and construction project-related issues, disputes and disagreements
- Develops, assigns and monitors performance of Assistant Facility Development Managers (AFDM), Design Managers (DM) and Design professionals relative to assigned projects
- Reports on project budget, schedule and issues. Provides information and analysis of project issues to Departmental, Branch and Board representatives
- Reviews status and overall planning, design and construction project progress relative to submittal schedules. Reviews project through all development phases, and assesses status, progress and potential
- Coordinates with representatives from various utility and government agencies to obtain timely action on successive phases of project completion
- Assists project team staff with A/E contracts, bid and contract planning
- Reviews and verifies Design Professional contract scope, fees and applications for payment, and performs overall fiscal management of multiple projects
- Provides functional direction over areas of responsibility including project schedules, cost control, dispute resolution, contract administration and quality control
- Coordinates project activities, requirements, and schedules with other District organizational branches and departments such as the Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Design and A/E Technical Support, Project Execution, Facilities Contract Administration, Inspection Unit, Maintenance and Operations, local Educational Service Centers and site personnel
- Develops and recommends internal policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
Required Experience:
- Minimum 10 years of experience managing the planning, design, construction and coordination of capital projects
- Minimum 5 years of the above experience in educational facility construction or public works projects
Additional Preferred Experience:
- Experience with scoping and planning of new construction and/or modernization projects
- Experience with the Division of the State Architect (DSA) construction/design processes.
- Experience with LEED and/or Collaborative for High Performing Schools (CHPS) projects.
- Experience with the development of major facilities (CEQA, agency approvals, coordination with City and County agencies).
- Experience with both project delivery and procurement methods for public projects
- Experience with community engagement processes and strong communication skills, both oral and written
- Experience utilizing Building Information Modeling (BIM)
- Experience in Formal Construction Partnering
Required Education:
- Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management
Preferred Licenses and Certificates:
- 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
- A valid Construction Manager (CCM) credential by the Construction Manager Certification Institute (CMCI)
- LEED Professional Accreditation
- Salary Range: $168,000-$173,000
- 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)
- 13 days of Holiday pay
- 3% Employer Contribution 401k (After 1 year of service)
- Monthly Stipend for Cell Phone
- Laptop for work purposes
Key Skills
Project ManagementConstruction ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementDispute ResolutionContract AdministrationQuality ControlCommunity EngagementBuilding Information ModelingEducational Facility ConstructionPublic Works ProjectsLEED CertificationDesign ReviewFiscal ManagementTeam LeadershipPolicy Development
Categories
ConstructionEducationManagement & LeadershipEngineeringGovernment & Public Sector
Benefits
Medical, Vision, & DentalLife and Disability InsuranceVacation PaySick PayHoliday Pay401kCell Phone StipendLaptop
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Project Development Manager plans and coordinates pre-construction activities for new schools and modernization projects, ensuring the overall success of multiple projects. They resolve complex issues, manage project budgets and schedules, and coordinate with various stakeholders.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$168,000 - $173,000
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
19
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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