# Project Development Manager

> The Tsui Group · Los Angeles, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-16

**Salary:** USD 168,000–173,000

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** LAUSD

## Description

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

## Requirements

**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

## Benefits

-   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

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