Project Manager III-IT

Every day at CMTS, our people deliver infrastructure projects that make a difference in lives and communities. As a company with 40 years of experience, CMTS is poised for success. We value our employees and strive to create a culture that allows them to learn, grow, and thrive. We believe in promoting a work/life balance, focusing on health and wellness, being active in our community through sound business practices and employee initiatives. Come join us in our growth!
 

We’re currently seeking a highly motivated Project Manager III - Technology   in Los Angeles, California. 

Required Education:

• High School Diploma

Preferred Licenses and Certificates:

• A Registered Communication Cabling Designer Certification (RCDD) 
• A valid Project Management certification 
• A valid, CTS, CCIE, or ASIS certification 

Qualifications:

In order to become a candidate, you must possess these skills and abilities

• 10+ years of experience managing large-scale IT and low-voltage construction projects, 
  including at least 5 years in higher education or public-sector environments.


• Strong experience managing consultants, engineers, and integrators under multiple delivery 
  models (Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build, Lease-Leaseback). 
  


• 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. .

Additional Preferred Experience:

• Experience in Design-Build projects 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 and network infrastructure including Cisco 
and Aruba 

Responsibilities:

•  Manage 15–20 concurrent technology projects ranging up to $100M 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:
183,000-193,000

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 discretion