SCA Project Officer

Gilbane Building Company•New York, NY

2d•$95,000 - $135,000•Onsite

About The Position

Gilbane is seeking an SCA Project Officer to serve as the School Construction Authority's on-site representative overseeing one or more construction projects at various stages of development. This role will be primarily located on the job site. Gilbane is a family-owned, Top-10 ENR Contractor with a long history of shaping communities and a commitment to delivering projects safely and on-time. The company values diversity, inclusion, and authenticity, encouraging applications even if experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college or university
Minimum 5 years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction design fields; 2 years must have been involved managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA
More senior experience includes 8 years of full-time experience in a technical specialist position in one or more construction design fields; 4 years must have been involved managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA
Valid driver’s license in New York State
Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
Strong technical and communication skills
Excellent organizational skills
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to collaborate on a daily basis with project team
Proven capability to establish specific, measurable, attainable performance goals and holds others accountable for achieving them
Understanding of contract documents and specifications
Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent combination or education and experience

Responsibilities

Provides the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of complex and/or highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior level SCA Project Officer.
Ensures quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
Makes decisions and takes action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process.
Corrects mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible.
Makes decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects; prepares and/or ensures preparation of schedules for planning, design, and construction; monitors schedules and takes appropriate actions to ensure that the project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations.
Provides ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues; routinely interacts with Senior SCA Managers on such matters.
Participates in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; reviews and makes recommendations on SCA-wide procedures and policies.
Provides guidance and advice to lower level Project Officers.
Resolves issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff.
Works with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittits/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility.
Issues field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance; advises senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default.
Uses independent judgement to make onsite change order decisions and has authority to negotiate with contractors and commits the SCA’s resources on such change orders.
Reviews contractor claims or disputed work and advises senior management as to appropriate action; compiles contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims.
Visits various job sites as required in the performance of above duties.
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.
Performs other related tasks.