Field Supervisor (M&O) – Hand Grader – Los Angeles, CA

Field Supervisor (M&O) – Hand Grader – Los Angeles, CA

Full-Time | On-Site | Los Angeles, CA

Why CMTS

Every day at CMTS, our team delivers infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. With over 42 years of industry experience, CMTS has built a strong foundation for continued success, providing project and construction management services to public and private clients nationwide.

We value our employees by fostering a culture of learning, professional development, and collaboration. CMTS is committed to maintaining a work environment that emphasizes safety, integrity, and accountability while supporting work-life balance and employee well-being. Our teams are empowered to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact through the projects we deliver.

About Your Role

The Field Supervisor (M&O) – Hand Grader supports facilities condition assessment (FCA) programs by identifying, documenting, and evaluating building systems and components across District sites. This role works closely with construction management teams, campus administrators, faculty, and staff to collect accurate building data, assess system conditions, and support long-term capital planning initiatives.

Education Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management.
• Candidates without a bachelor’s degree must have at least ten (10) years of relevant experience.
• Four (4) years of the required experience may be substituted for the required degree on a year-for-year basis.

What You’ll Need to Get the Job Done

• Six (6) or more years of full-time paid professional experience working with on-site construction management teams, campus administrators, faculty, and staff.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and collect building component data on systems installed at District sites.
• Utilize various computer platforms and mobile devices to document and enter survey data.
• Apply construction knowledge and field experience to identify building systems concealed behind walls, ceilings, and floors.
• Assess the overall condition and remaining service life (RSL) of building system components in accordance with FCA Unit guidance and District standards.
• Collaborate with other trade surveyors to gather measurements, quantities, boilerplate information, and related field data.
• Conduct and support ad hoc surveys related to District facilities and buildings as needed.
• Support or supervise staff and survey participants as required and serve as a technical resource to team members.
• Structural components: foundations, roofing, load-bearing elements.
• Mechanical systems: HVAC, plumbing, elevators.
• Electrical systems: power distribution, lighting, emergency systems.
• Architectural elements: interior finishes, façades, windows, doors.
• Maintenance program review: gaps in existing practices and backlog risks.
• Energy efficiency: system performance and retrofitting opportunities
• Asset Inventory & Data Collection– Identify and document all components, using digital tools (tablets, laptops) to record measurements, quantities, and condition 
• Condition Scoring– Apply standardized benchmarks to rate each asset’s condition (e.g., excellent, good, fair, poor) 
• Remaining Service Life Estimation– Use engineering judgment, manufacturer data, and lifecycle models to project how long each component can operate before replacement 
• Risk & Impact Analysis– Link condition scores to potential failure risks and cost impacts.
• Reporting & Prioritization– Produce a Facility Condition Index (FCI) for each building and asset, guiding capital planning and bond proposals

What You Can Expect from CMTS

• Opportunities to work on high-impact infrastructure and educational facility projects
• Collaborative and growth-focused team environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• Career advancement and professional development opportunities
• A culture focused on safety, integrity, accountability, and employee well-being

Salary Requirements

• $117,000.00 - $124,000.00 annually

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Equal Employment Opportunity

CMTS, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.