Construction Manager

Construction Manager

Providing for loved ones, planning rewarding retirements, saving enough for whatever lies ahead our policyholders count on us to be there when it matters most. It's a big ask, but it's one that we have the power to deliver when we work together. We collaborate and innovate pushing one another to transform not just Pacific Life, but the entire industry for the better. Why? Because it's the right thing to do. Pacific Life is more than a job; it's a career with purpose. It's a career where you have the support, balance, and resources to make a positive impact on the future including your own. We're actively seeking a talented Construction Manager to join our Construction Services team in Newport Beach, CA. We will consider fully remote for the right candidate.

As a Construction Manager, you'll move Pacific Life and your career forward by reviewing the monthly status of ground-up construction projects. You will have extensive experience in multi-family / student housing high-rise, garden-style, and podium construction, along with steel and industrial structures. You will fill a new role that sits on a team of 4 Construction Managers.

Note: Job level may vary based on skills and experience.

How you'll help make an impact and move us forward:

• Review construction documents and property condition assessments, to evaluate risks, and provide feedback to the Loan Closing and Equity teams during the closing due diligence review period. Be relied upon for expert technical advice.
• Interprets internal or external business issues and recommends process, product or service improvements.
• Solves complex problems that have an impact on the business. Takes a broad perspective to identify innovative solutions.
• Monitor construction through completion to protect against faulty construction and to ensure that projects are completed in conformance with approved construction documents. Travel is required for on-site draw meetings.
• Understand how the loan documents relate to construction deals, set up and attend kick-off meetings for new construction projects.
• Maintain extensive project documentation and related records for internal use and distribution on a regular and scheduled basis.

The experience you bring:

• 10+ years in the construction industry whether it be from the General Contracting side as a Construction Project Manager and/or from the Ownership/Development side as a Construction Manager.
• 4-year degree preferred or equivalent work experience in the construction industry.
• Proficient knowledge of plans and specifications, construction contracts and the loan draw review process.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize responsibilities and work under tight deadlines while staying flexible and proactive.
• Proficiency in software applications, specifically Microsoft Office 365, OneDrive, Adobe Acrobat Pro, SharePoint and Box, Procore.
• Willingness to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel is required.

What makes you stand out:

• Strong technical and soft skills.
• Broad knowledge of the ins-and-outs of the construction industry.
• Must possess curiosity and ability to learn new technologies quickly and adapt to changing environments.

Your Benefits Start Day 1

• Prioritization of your health and well-being including Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellbeing Reimbursement Account that can be used on yourself or your eligible dependents
• Generous paid time off options including: Paid Time Off, Holiday Schedules, and Financial Planning Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave as well as an Adoption Assistance Program
• Competitive 401k savings plan with company match and an additional contribution regardless of participation

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