Project Manager II - Technology

Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has an extensive 40-year industry experience, which ensures a strong foundation for ongoing success. Our company values employees by fostering a culture of learning, personal development, and well-being. We prioritize work-life balance and ethical business practices and engage with our community through employee-driven initiatives. Join us on our journey of growth and success!

We're currently seeking a highly motivated Project Manager II - Technology located in Los Angeles, CA .

Overview:

This position serves as a technical program manager responsible for overseeing large-scale and mission-critical technology projects within the District's capital construction program. This position bridges IT, Facilities, and Construction disciplines to deliver fully integrated, high-performance environments encompassing network, audiovisual, and physical security systems. The TPM will lead multiple cross-functional teams-comprising architects, engineers, College Project Teams (CPTs), District IT staff, and systems integrators-to ensure scope, schedule, and budget alignment. They are responsible for establishing standards, validating Division 27 and 28 designs, and ensuring commissioning and closeout documentation aligns with District IT governance.

Required Education:

• High School Diploma

Required Qualifications:

In order to become a candidate, you must possess the following skills and abilities.

• 7+ years of experience managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects, including at least 3 years in higher education or public-sector environments.

• Strong experience managing consultants, engineers, and integrators under multiple delivery models (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build).
• Proven ability to manage AV and Physical Security infrastructure projects from design through commissioning.
• Strong working knowledge of Division 27 and 28 specifications.
• Experience with network, audiovisual, and physical security system budgeting, scoping, and procurement.
• Proficiency with BIM/Revit, Bluebeam, and construction coordination tools.
• Experience coordinating with contractors, integrators, and college end-users during live construction phases.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A valid Project Management certification
• A Registered Communication Cabling Designer Certification (RCDD)
• A valid, CTS, CCIE, or ASIS certification
• Experience in Design-Build projects
• Experience in California Community College Facilities
• Familiarity with bidding and contracting process, and with programs that utilize public funds
• Experience with deploying Cloud-based facilities and IT systems
• Familiarity with TIA/EIA Industry Standards
• Experience in the integration of audiovisual, electronic physical security and/or high-speed data networks within construction environments
• Experience with deploying Air-blown Fiber Solutions
• Experience deploying network infrastructure including Cisco and Aruba.

Responsibilities:

• Manage 9-14 concurrent technology projects ranging up to $75M each, with broad scopes including data infrastructure, audiovisual systems, access control, and surveillance.
• Lead design coordination meetings with architects, low-voltage consultants, and MEP engineers to validate IT and Facilities Systems integration.
• Oversee implementation of physical security systems (Lenel, Milestone, Axis, etc.)
• Manage audiovisual deployments across classrooms, lecture halls, auditoriums, and athletic fields-ensuring ADA compliance, pedagogical functionality, and lifecycle support (Extron).
• Conduct technical reviews of shop drawings, RFI responses, and submittals for accuracy and compliance.
• Manage project risk assessments and develop mitigation plans in collaboration with cost estimators and construction managers.
• Oversee commissioning, training, and project turnover processes while making improvements
• Maintain detailed project documentation and report progress to PMO leadership.

Salary:

• $167,000.00 - $177,000.00 annually

Bonus Pay:
A bonus may be granted to employees depending on individual performance, employee utilization, attendance, tenure, and furtherance of other non-financial corporate goals; bonus opportunities are available at management's discretion.

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CMTS LLC offers 100% company-paid medical, dental, vision, 401k, life, and long-term disability insurance coverage for employees.

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Our management team is dedicated to this policy with respect to recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, transfer, training, compensation, benefits, employee activities and general treatment during employment.