Hybrid Construction Logistics Specialist presso KKCS

https://kkcsinc.com/

Program Management | Construction Management 

KKCS, a California Corporation, is a full-service construction management and program management organization.  The firm has grown steadily in size and capability since its founding in 1987, and today employs more than 95 professionals in our regional offices.  KKCS has attracted a full complement of highly experienced, talented, and dedicated professionals to its staff who bring a collaborative, integrated team approach to our clients’ projects.

KKCS experience includes work on rail, airports, ports, freeways, schools, universities, facilities, water, wastewater, bridges, and roadways.  Our client list includes federal agencies, state agencies, regional agencies, and private clients.  KKCS has broad experience and expertise in engineering design, project management, and project controls services. 

The KKCS culture is rooted in the ideals of integrity, safety, and ethical business practices, which is a commitment shared by all KKCS employees throughout our offices and project sites around the country. We have a positive impact on the communities we serve by not only improving infrastructure, but also providing service at a relatively low cost to the taxpayer.  This allows more money to be available to the agencies we serve, which will inevitably be reinvested in the community.  At KKCS, we value the individual employee and the importance of their contributions toward quality improvement.

Construction Logistics Specialist II (PS1209)

Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA)

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $106,080 - $110,240 annually
• Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees
• 401k retirement plan with company matching contribution
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Company-paid life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) benefits
• Company-paid long-term (LTD) insurance
• Annual tuition assistance allowance for employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

KKCS is seeking a Construction Logistics Specialist II to support the Capital Improvement Program (CALM – Coordination and Logistics Management) at Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). This role will lead the planning and execution of temporary wayfinding and construction logistics strategies that ensure safe, efficient, and user-friendly navigation across airport facilities during active construction phases.This is a full-time, onsite position with a work schedule of 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Monday–Friday).  Occasional after-hours or weekend work may be required and is considered part of the salaried compensation.

 Essential Job Duties 

• Wayfinding specialists with multiple years of airport experience skilled in creating, implementing, and overseeing temporary wayfinding strategies that support pedestrian flow and user experience. 
• Proficient in assessing signage quality, visual appeal, and adherence to standards, with the ability to recommend sign types specific to each project. 
• Experience managing multiple collaborative wayfinding projects with multidisciplinary teams, including staff with technical and non-technical backgrounds. Must coordinate across various disciplines, meeting multiple deadlines under pressure in a dynamic environment. 
• Proficient in reading, interpreting, and analyzing project schedules, Gantt charts, and design plans. Capable of evaluating signage needs based on construction activities, environmental factors, and user expectations to maintain effective wayfinding. 
• In-depth understanding of signage materials, fabrication methods, color theory, typography, and font specifications. Knowledge of signage, temporary wayfinding, and mapping industry best practices. 
• Ability to review projects' submittals Phasing Plan and Site Logistics Plans as submitted through the ASR and LIR processes with a keen eye for wayfinding impacts. 
• Strong visualization skills. Experience in developing concepts, location plans, and proposed wayfinding paths of travel with high visual impact. 
• Proficient in planning, production, and installation of temporary wayfinding that translates complex information into easy-to-understand visuals. 
• Hands-on experience with installation procedures, including regular site walks to evaluate signage effectiveness and updates to plans as needed. 
• Skilled in tracking phasing for production, and installation schedules across multiple projects, ensuring timely completion and a holistic approach across projects. 
• High attention to detail in verifying the quality and consistency of signage and wayfinding elements, ensuring visual appeal and usability across all materials. 

Required Qualifications:

• 10 years or more experience, preferably on airport building programs or similar complex building programs.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and Bluebeam for creating, editing, and reviewing visual materials and layouts. 
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Excel, Word, Publisher, PowerPoint) for project communication, scheduling, and documentation. 
• May assume other duties as required/needed 
• Maybe required to work various shifts as needed 
• The candidate shall pass the federal background check, and an LAWA Badge is required 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Aviation, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, or other related technical field required. Master's degree preferred.
• Optional Certifications may include AAAE, LEED, PMP, PE, AICP etc. or any other relevant Professional Licensure or Certifications.

KKCS is an equal opportunity employer encouraging individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.