Project Construction Specialist - Public Improvement

ConEdison•New York, NY

3d•$130,000 - $155,000

About The Position

The Project Construction Specialist provides expertise in developing interference relocation packages, construction work processes, methods, specifications, documents, and field support for projects across all Construction disciplines. The role maintains direct communication with company organizations to help ensure projects are completed safely and in accordance with environmental regulations. It coordinates departmental activities to keep projects on schedule and within budget while supporting department and user-department priorities. The specialist serves as a primary interface among Public Improvement field organizations, municipal agencies, contractors, and project stakeholders. The position provides technical review and guidance on interference engineering packages and relocation or protection plans, supports capital and O&M planning, monitors field documentation and payment packages, and conducts field visits to improve quality and safety. It also represents the company in coordination with city, state, and government agencies and may be assigned an emergency response role requiring work outside normal business hours.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and 7 years of full-time relevant construction experience in fields such as civil, electrical, gas, steam, HVAC, fire detection, and remediation; or an associate's degree and 9 years of such experience; or a high school diploma/GED and 11 years of such experience.
Extensive knowledge, strong background, and subject-matter expertise in Construction Management.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and verbal and written communication skills.
Experience reviewing and implementing contract specifications, drawings, scheduling, and planning.
Experience and working knowledge of construction specifications and procedures.
Experience and working knowledge dealing with NYSDOT, NYCDDC, DEP, EDC, Parks, and NYC Transit Authority engineering and construction organizations.
Experience developing negotiation strategies.
Knowledge of Capital and O&M budget procedures and estimating methods.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to influence internal and/or external constituents and represent the company with external constituents.
Ability to manage multiple assignments, work within tight timeframes, and meet strict deadlines.
Effective leadership skills and ability to lead or manage others and drive multiple projects to completion.
Ability to analyze and interpret financial data and complex statistical data.
Strong technical aptitude and ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to build strong customer relationships and deliver effective presentations.
Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.
Driver's license required.
Ability to respond to system emergencies and travel to company locations for storm restoration and heat contingencies.
Ability to work in all weather conditions, including excessive heat, cold, noise, confined spaces, and other adverse conditions.
Ability to stand, walk, climb ladders and stairs, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, and/or reach for the duration of the workday.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment, including fire-retardant clothing and safety harnesses.
Ability to use a personal vehicle and transport, store, and secure company laptops and other job-related equipment in the vehicle; mileage reimbursement is available through the company procedure.
The selected candidate will receive a System Emergency Assignment and is expected to work non-business hours during emergencies, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
Experience relocating, maintaining, and protecting Con Edison systems from direct or indirect interference.
Understanding of the Contractor Control System (COMPASS), other payment systems such as Oracle, and pricing methodologies including NYC Schedule-U, Joint Bidding, and Gas Cost Sharing.
Working knowledge of electric underground and overhead systems, gas and steam facility systems, and associated municipal underground infrastructure.
Supervisor or Manager experience.
Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary interface between Public Improvement field organizations, municipal agencies, and contractors on major projects.
Provide technical review, expert advice, and counsel during development of interference engineering packages, including proposed relocation work and protection and support plans for high-impact interference projects.
Develop long-range strategic initiatives to reduce costs and ensure adherence to company and governing-agency policies and environmental standards; present project status updates to senior leadership.
Ensure compliance with corporate EH&S standards during city and municipal project execution and support positive public, customer, government, and employee relations through effective implementation of company policies and procedures.
Support integrated planning; conduct work-plan reviews with the Chief Construction Inspector to clarify project scope and work sequence; and ensure effective, high-quality Job Briefings that identify safe and productive work methods.
Coordinate and monitor Public Improvement responses to system damages, company emergency work, and safety or environmental emergencies within the scope of Public Improvement projects.
Conduct field visits for major construction projects and recommend QA/QC improvements, with emphasis on Human Performance Improvement (HPI).
Assist with development and implementation of Capital and O&M plans to prioritize work and resources, meet budget and schedule constraints, and achieve project deliverables, goals, and compliance requirements.
Review and monitor field documentation and payment packages for compliance, accurate work-plan cost accounting, and opportunities for systematic and sustainable efficiency improvements.
Attend high-level planning and coordination meetings for major capital infrastructure projects with stakeholders including NYCDDC, DOT, DEP, EDC, TA, ECS, and community boards.
Act as a Con Edison liaison with City, State, and government agencies and ensure compliance with applicable corporate environmental, health, and safety standards and procedures.
Follow company and governing-agency policies, applicable laws, company rules, and work practices, conducting work without causing injury or illness to employees, contractors, or the public.