Asset/Move Project Manager

Kitchell seeks an experienced and dedicated Asset/Move Project Manager to join our Southern California region in the East Los Angeles/Monterey Park, CA and build a long-term career at one of the most innovative and growth-oriented building companies in the United States.

Overview

Management of required Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FF&E) for all new, renovated and swing space projects which includes programming, specification, drawing review, budget tracking, procurement coordination, scheduling with the construction team, installation, and punch list activities. It also involves move management for all projects including move scope creation, bidding, analysis of bids, budget tracking, move coordination and scheduling, onsite move oversight and punch list activities to ensure complete functional occupancy of new and renovated buildings.

Description

Furniture/Equipment/Relocation Project Management Services with emphasis in FF&E selection, procurement coordination and purchasing for all areas as identified to provide college the FF&E and move-in/relocations management services. Responsibilities include strategic oversight of all FF&E programming, budgeting, FF&E quotes and procurement, FF&E Scheduling and Installation, Pre-move, Move, and Post move coordination, and Close-out phase activities for specified assigned projects. Services shall be provided at the direction of the College Project Director (CPD) and the Manager of Relocation Project Management team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate with Procurement to manage the purchasing of all FF&E using best value and/or low bid public contracting.
• Work with the CPD, Project Architects (A/E) team, Manager of Relocation Project Management team, and Building User Groups (BUG) to identify project scope, budget, schedule, and FF&E requirements. Tour College to gain detailed knowledge about the Master Plan of all new and renovated buildings and the sequencing of projects.
• Identify potential swing space needed and coordinate with college to secure space and remove space from college availability per project schedule. Work with CPD to develop scope of work for any construction or FF&E required for swing space.
• Coordinate with A/E team and/or college personnel to assess and identify whether existing furniture and equipment will be relocated and reused.
• Create an FF&E Budget for each project and provide budget validation at key project milestones.
• Attend weekly project meetings to work with project team including Project Architects (A/E), Project Managers, contractors, and BUGs, to ensure the preparation of accurate FF&E specification, furniture layouts and FF&E lists of both new and reuse of existing furniture.
• Review all programming, design and construction documents and work with the A/E to ensure electrical/data/infrastructure/utility requirements/anchoring details are coordinated between the various FF&E vendors to ensure proper functionality for new and relocated FF&E. Work with the BUG to plan relocation of existing furniture and equipment to the new location.
• Coordinate the IT equipment with the Technology Project Manager for budget, scope, procurement and installation of all IT equipment. Identify locations of computers, MFID, and printers on a plan.
• Work closely with the CPD and project team to ensure project FF&E and Move budget and schedule are met. Provide value-engineering efforts as needed to stay within allotted budget.
• Coordinate scheduling logistics to ensure timely and successful FF&E delivery, installation and punch-list sign-off and transition during swing space, relocation and/or move-in projects.
• Coordinate and procurement of specialty contractors or movers for delivery, installations, and/or connections not covered by the FF&E vendors.
• Coordinate all FF&E deliveries, path of travel and parking with PMs, CPDs, contractors, Facility Directors, Sheriff, and BUGs if applicable. Work closely with Asset Management Team to coordinate all asset tagging of new FF&E and disposition of surplus FF&E prior to demolition/renovation of existing buildings.
• Arrange for the unlocking and re-securing of all areas requiring access by furniture installers and movers during the Pre-Move, Move, Installation and Post Move/Close-Out Phases.
• Coordinate the transfer of FF&E Keys and keying plans to campus facilities upon occupancy.
• Maintain all FF&E, move management, moving and storage related documents, including proposals, purchase orders, packing slips, timecards, shipping documents, freight bills, and invoices and submit to the CPD in written form.
• Coordinate the project close out efforts for the FF&E and Move services portion of the project.
• Provide project status reports and other information as requested to Manager of Relocation Project Management team.

Travel Requirements

Flexibility to work at any of the District colleges across LA County and site locations is required.

License and Certifications

• Interior Design Certification CID, CCIDQ is preferred
• Membership with IIDA, AIA, IFMA, LEED Certified is preferred
• A valid driver's license with an acceptable motor vehicle record, free from suspensions or restrictions is required

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Construction/Project Management, Planning, Facilities Management or related area is required (Experience will be considered in lieu of education)
• 6-10 years of project management and coordination experience in fields related to Move/Relocation Management, Project Management, Interior Design, Facilities Management, or Coordination / Procurement of Furniture, Fixture and Equipment is required

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to read architectural and furniture drawings is required
• Knowledge of furniture and equipment specifications and procurement is required
• Strong written and oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills are required
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software, Adobe Acrobat and/or Bluebeam software is required
• Educational and Public Works market sector experience is preferred
• Procurement, FF&E sourcing or asset management experience is preferred
• Knowledge/proficiency in AutoCAD software is preferred
• Proficiency in Visio or Design software is preferred

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in a general office environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this job, the position is moderately active and the employee is required to regularly sit, talk, or hear and use hands to finger, feel and handle; frequently stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; occasionally climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must frequently lift and or move 5 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 20 pounds.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Founded in 1950, Kitchell began as a commercial contracting business and over the years developed new talents and enterprises, acquiring complementary businesses and expertise to remain competitive. Today, Kitchell Corporation serves as the holding entity for several companies that are integral to Kitchell's core business, as well as those that operate independently. We provide a wide range of services within the built environment, including general contracting, construction management, development, facilities management, engineering, architecture, and myriad other services. Our employees manage projects from our main offices located in Arizona, California, and Texas. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that fosters personal and professional growth through in-house education programs, formal and informal mentoring, and cross-training opportunities. At Kitchell, we prioritize internal growth and building careers from within. We consistently rank among the top places to work, thanks to our tenured staff and outstanding benefits that are designed to enrich our employees’ physical, mental, emotional, and financial well-being. These benefits include company performance bonuses, discretionary stock options, incentive bonuses, health, and life insurance, health savings accounts (HSA) with wellness incentives, flexible spending accounts (FSA), 401(k) plans with a 4% company match, tuition reimbursement, weight loss programs, discounted auto insurance, identity theft protection, rewards programs, and much more.

Kitchell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The annual base salary range for this role is currently $100,000 - $110,000. The Company’s salary ranges are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of various factors, including job-related skills, relevant education and experience, abilities of the applicant and equity with other team members. The annual base salary range listed here is subject to change at any time, in the Company’s discretion, and does not alter in any way the at-will nature of the employment relationship.