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 job sites within any of the 5 NYC boroughs. Gilbane, a family-owned business and Top-10 ENR Contractor since 1870, is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time, building diverse structures like schools, labs, and hospitals. The company values inclusivity, empathy, respect, and dignity, fostering a 'People First' culture. Ideal candidates are strong problem solvers, adaptable, collaborative, and self-starters who identify opportunities for improvement and value-add solutions. Gilbane's core values include Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree (4 yr degree) from accredited college or university is required.
Minimum 5-10 years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction design fields, managing educational or municipal construction projects.
2-4 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.

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.