Project Manager

City of New York • Queens, NY

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is seeking a Project Manager for its Asset & Capital Management (A&CM) Division. The A&CM Division manages a $5 billion capital projects portfolio, focusing on preserving and modernizing NYCHA buildings and apartments through strategic planning, design standards, innovative financing, and project delivery. The Capital Programs team within A&CM oversees over 500 active construction projects citywide, ranging in value from $100,000 to $500 million. These projects include renovations and modernization of apartments, building interiors, systems, exteriors, site security, and grounds. The Project Manager will be responsible for delivering capital construction projects on time, within budget, and with the highest safety and quality standards, reporting to the Deputy Director.

Requirements

• Seven years of full-time satisfactory experience working at a construction trade or working as an inspector of construction, hoists and rigging, plumbing, boilers, or elevators; at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity.
• At least two years of experience, as described above, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity, and a license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the education law.
• Education and/or experience which is equivalent to the above.
• All candidates must have at least 2 years of experience as described in the first requirement, at least 18 months of which must have been in a managerial or administrative capacity.
• One year of experience will be credited for each year of apprenticeship in the construction trades or building inspection up to a maximum of three years of the general experience.
• Education towards a degree in architecture, architectural technology, construction management, engineering, engineering technology, or a related field from an accredited college or university will be credited on the basis of 30 credits for one year of experience, up to a maximum of four years of the general experience.
• One year of experience will be credited for each year of formal training or education in a field of study relevant to the construction trades up to a maximum of two years of the general experience.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates with permanent civil service status in the titles of Administrative Engineer, Administrative Architect and Administrative Construction Project Manager will also be considered.
• Employees serving in the titles of or who meet the qualification requirements for Administrative Project Manager or Administrative Landscape Architect will also be considered.
• Candidates may be given a skills assessment as part of the interview process.
• NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).
• NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply.
• Indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program if you are a qualified person with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the single point of accountability from inception to completion for all capital projects in portfolio.
• Manage budget status of projects throughout the project life cycle, proactively identify potential issues, and recommend corrective action.
• Create project schedule in consultation with the Capital Programs and Design teams; manage the schedule throughout the project life cycle, proactively identify potential issues; recommend corrective action.
• Coordinate and supervise activities of in-house staff throughout the project life cycle to achieve project goals.
• Review contract documents for constructability; review pre-bid estimates.
• Coordinate the assembly of the bid package for submission to Procurement; evaluate bid proposals; research bidder qualifications and compliance with bid requirements; meet with bidders as necessary; recommend contractors for contract award.
• Coordinate with external agencies, such as Department of Buildings and Department of Environmental Protection.
• Organize and maintain project records as required by A&CM’s policies and protocols.
• Visit construction sites regularly to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Ensure the timely review and processing of Requests for Information (RFI), submittals (shop drawings, material samples, etc.), requests for payments, change orders, time extensions, schedule of values, progress schedules and other project correspondence.
• Maintain familiarity with applicable building codes and governmental regulations.
• Ensure the timely review and follow-up of reports, including but not limited to, field inspection reports, Safety and Construction Quality reports, special inspections, FOIL requests and audit findings.
• Manage timely close out of projects including full documentation of project and final payments.
• Ensure contractor compliance with HUD’s Section 3 and NYCHA’s Resident Employment Program requirements.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Deputy Director; may perform additional duties in the absence of supervisor.

Benefits

• A choice of medical coverage plans
• Deferred compensation plans
• A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree