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Owner Services for Large, Complex, and Socially Important Construction
The Role
Manage complex building projects across definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bidding, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Responsibilities include budget and schedule oversight, design and construction management, contract and vendor coordination, client and stakeholder communication, field observations, change-order and pay-application review, reporting, and project financial forecasting. The role requires collaboration with architects, contractors, consultants, and owners, with travel of up to 25%.
Summary Generated by Built In
Position: Project Manager (Owner’s Representative / Architect)
Location: Hybrid / Southern California (Primarily Remote – Periodic In-Office)
Hiring Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Position Summary:
The Project Manager will support the management of large, complex construction projects in all facets of the project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction phases of work. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over operations required to successfully deliver the project to meet the client’s goals and objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities:
About MOCA Systems, Inc.:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI’s services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (“MSI”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment-related activities at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.
Location: Hybrid / Southern California (Primarily Remote – Periodic In-Office)
Hiring Range: $95,000 - $125,000
Position Summary:
The Project Manager will support the management of large, complex construction projects in all facets of the project definition, procurement, design, pre-construction, bid/award, and construction phases of work. They will work with project leadership to envision, plan, evaluate, and maintain oversight over operations required to successfully deliver the project to meet the client’s goals and objectives.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Support the project team in the successful management and delivery of complex building projects.
- Fosters a collaborative environment with peers and project teams. Maintain positive and trusted client, consultant, architect and contractor relationships.
- Maintain an open dialogue with the client and its stakeholders for continuous and effective communication and to obtain a common understanding of project status, progress, and expectations.
- Support leadership and the project team to meet the client’s vision and ensure positive outcomes for our clients and their construction projects.
- Supports project leadership to ensure optimal performance on projects assigned. Assist in the execution of approved plans while maintaining proper controls. Reports on progress relative to the established cost, schedule, and quality standards while adhering to project standards.
- Participates in project client and stakeholder meetings and prepare content and meeting minutes.
- Supports leadership in business development proposal response and interview activities.
- Supports leadership in reviewing and monitoring the contract to ensure MSI is fulfilling contract requirements.
- Develop and manage project standards and provide regular reports to the client on project progress.
- Provide Design Management including working with the project design team to finalize and manage the design process. Attend design meetings and maintain meeting minutes to ensure contract accountability.
- Provide Construction Management including review and monitoring of project budgets and project schedules, review of RFI’s and submittals, review of pay applications and change orders, observation and monitoring of construction activities, and evaluation of field problems and facilitation of resolutions.
- Attend field walks and OAC (Owner, Architect and Contractor) meetings.
- Monitor and facilitate project commissioning and closeout activities
- Coordinate Owner delivery of related fixtures, furniture, and equipment.
- Manage performance of contracts with subcontractors, consultants, and vendors.
- Support leadership to create, update, and report on project budgets, invoice preparation, and project financial forecasts including variance reporting.
- Review and provide information to the owner regarding contractor schedule updates and coordinate with MSI’s internal scheduling team.
- Periodic travel, upwards of 25%, to project sites, client offices, and MSI offices to meet with clients and team members.
- NCARB accredited Bachelor’s degree in architecture and a minimum of six (6) years as a practicing architect involved in planning, design, and construction.
- Registered Architect in the State of California and active license preferred.
- Other industry accreditations or certifications such as LEED AP, DBIA, PMP or CCM desired.
- Project Management experience required.
- Experience in all phases of work required.
- Candidate must possess the following abilities:
- Organizational and project management skills.
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Manage and develop high performing teams.
- Implement and execute vision and goals.
- Prioritize work and successfully meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Develop a pipeline directly or indirectly by using multiple market and customer resources.
- Set priorities and work in a group environment or independently.
- Be client focused and detail oriented.
- Manage staff of different disciplines to produce results on time and within budget.
- Communicate to and brief leaders.
- Have working knowledge of Microsoft products including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
- Have working knowledge of design software including Revit, Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam Revu.
- Proposal development, support and writing skills.
About MOCA Systems, Inc.:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI) is a leading services and software provider for the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry. MSI delivers innovative solutions to Owners, Engineers, Architects, and Contractors working on some of the world’s largest, most complex construction projects. A profitable firm with offices across the United States and partners around the globe, MSI’s services and technology offerings ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget and fulfill all Owner expectations. To learn more, visit mocasystems.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
MOCA Systems, Inc. (“MSI”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of any kind: MSI is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment-related activities at MSI are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, medical condition, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, or marital status (except where certain characteristics are essential bona fide occupational requirements or where a disability is a bona fide occupational disqualification), or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. MSI will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. MSI encourages applicants of all ages.
Skills Required
- NCARB-accredited bachelor's degree in architecture
- At least six years of experience as a practicing architect involved in planning, design, and construction
- California Registered Architect license
- Project management experience
- Experience across all project phases
- Organizational and project management skills
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Ability to manage and develop high-performing teams
- Ability to implement and execute vision and goals
- Ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to develop a business development pipeline using multiple market and customer resources
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Client-focused and detail-oriented approach
- Ability to manage multidisciplinary staff to deliver on time and within budget
- Ability to communicate with and brief leaders
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint
- Working knowledge of Revit, Adobe Creative Suite, and Bluebeam Revu
- Proposal development, support, and writing skills
- LEED AP, DBIA, PMP, CCM, or other industry accreditation or certification
- Resume and portfolio or sample of work
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The Company
What We Do
MOCA Services is a full-service provider, delivering expert solutions for Owners in the design and construction industry. Our proven programs guide projects from ideation to occupancy, ensuring success through every phase. With a focus on relationships and results, we drive on-time, on-budget, and on-scope delivery of large, complex, and socially significant projects. MOCA Services provides comprehensive expertise across government, institutional, and commercial construction, including Owner’s representation, cost and schedule management, planning and programming, Facility Condition Assessments, economic services, and MOCA911 project rescue. With MOCA Services, Owners gain certainty in execution, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably. Our work spans industries across the U.S. and worldwide, serving federal and state agencies, local governments, K-12 schools and universities, transportation, and corporate and commercial sectors. We have a 90% success rate in delivering projects on budget and schedule while meeting Owner expectations. Our approach provides end-to-end project support, aligning all team members with the Owner’s vision from the start of a project through construction and occupancy. Consistently ranked as a Top 100 Construction Management Firm by Engineering News-Record (ENR), MOCA Services brings expertise, reliability, and a results-driven approach to every project, making us the trusted partner for Owners who demand success. MOCA Services and Touchplan are both divisions of MOCA Systems, Inc. (MSI), delivering comprehensive solutions for the construction industry. MOCA Services provides expert project management and consulting, while Touchplan, MSI’s premier software platform, empowers teams with real-time production planning and analytics to drive efficiency on large and complex construction projects.
