Project Executive

THE DOUGLASTON COMPANIES • New York, NY

10d • $300,000 - $350,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking to build the best teams possible with highly motivated and engaged employees. We have an exciting opportunity for a Project Executive to join The Douglaston Companies. If you are looking to work in a collaborative and supportive environment, but also be challenged in your role, we welcome you to apply!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, or a related discipline is preferred
• 15 + years of construction experience with extensive experience in a senior management role
• Experience with Preservation and Renovations across multi building NYCHA campuses is required.
• Ability and willingness to take full ownership of their projects and work autonomously towards completion
• Creative thinker and solutions driven individual who can collaborate with team members, executives, shareholders, as well as other internal and external parties
• Strong ability to multi-task and demonstrate excellent quantitative, organizational and communication skills
• Strong leadership and people development skills; proficient in providing project staff feedback effectively.
• Experience hiring, staffing, and overseeing comprehensive project team consisting of administration, accounting, project management and field project superintendent staff
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations, and codes related to construction in New York City
• Knowledge of construction trades and respective unions, nonunion and prevailing wage classifications
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Outlook, Excel Project, and Word) and Procure
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to multitask while working in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to have strong interpersonal skills to support leadership, management, negotiation, and problem-solving functions of this role
• Knowledge of organizational and management practices related to the analysis and evaluation of construction projects, project programs, policies, and operational needs
• Ability to safely navigate a construction site which will include the following: climbing ladders and stairs, use of job hoists, inclement weather conditions, hazardous/cluttered and dark areas

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity of Design Build projects a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction project through project completion.
• Work closely with owners and design & development teams through project completion.
• Manage construction budgets and schedules.
• Establish work plans and staffing for the project.
• Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
• Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modified schedules or plans as required.
• Coordinate project activities with activities of government regulatory or other governmental agencies.
• Establish cross-functional communication between one or more of the following: Architect, Site Engineer and Subcontractors, Environmental Geotechnical Engineer, and Site Safety Manager.
• Communicate with development team deliverable expectations and oversee the timely completion of milestones.
• Attend Contractor Shop-Drawing coordination meetings and weekly or biweekly meetings at construction site and/or design office.
• Review construction documents, write construction trades Scopes of Work and prepare bid comparison analysis.
• Review contractors’ monthly requisitions to align with project budget and percentage of work in place.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health benefits package including medical, dental & vision plans
• Financial wellness perks to set you up for success - such as 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer-paid life insurance (basic- with option to purchase more); paid leave & disability programs.
• Pet insurance for our furry family
• Mental health resources, such as counseling, are available to our team members
• Time off- Paid Vacation time, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick days
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition & certification Reimbursement
• Hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office and 1 day remote (subject to your work location and role). Ask our recruiting team for more information!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees