Senior Project Manager, Capital Program

Our Vision:
To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City's diverse people and businesses.

Our Mission:
Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

NYCEDC's Capital Program is responsible for channeling New York City's capital budget investments into design and construction projects that advance the City's economic development. The Capital Program's staff consists of design and construction professionals; administrative staff; and project support analysts who work together to provide physical infrastructure, facilities, and amenities. We work to strengthen the City's competitive position through the implementation of a wide variety of municipal construction projects.

A Senior Project Manager (SPM) in the Capital Program Department (CAP) will be responsible for the implementation of a design and construction portfolio of 6-10 active capital projects with a total project value of approximately $100 million+.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design & Construction:

* Serves as prime contact on contracts or projects through all phases of development, from procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction team to existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, estimating and budgeting, schematic design through construction documentation, regulatory submissions, bidding, construction, and project close-out.

* Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

* Communicates effectively and independently across all levels of the corporation.

* Creates, builds, and develops interpersonal relationships.

* Effectively manages a variety of work to required standards of quality, quantity, and timeliness

* Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery which includes identifying project risk, forecasting project risk and appropriately mitigating project risk.

* Lead and influence project teams to achieve desired outcomes.

* Prioritizes work and delegates, as necessary.

* Continuing Education in the fields of Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and/or Urban Planning

* Ensure project work aligns with current industry standards and best practices.

Interdepartmental Coordination:

* Contributes to the completion of specific projects.

* Correctly interpret and apply NYCEDC policies and procedures.

* Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's or equivalent degree required in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban planning, or related field.

* Preferably working towards professional registration (PE, RA, RIA, AICP, CUD, CCM. PMP).

* 3+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner's representation, or a related field.

* Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning through completion.

* Effective written and verbal communication skills.

* Proficiency and experience with scheduling software preferred.

* New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire.

Salary Range

$84,000-$86,000 USD

About Us:

 New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play;

and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city's future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

* Generous employer subsidized health insurance

* Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

* Vision and hearing benefits

* Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care

* Short term and long-term disability coverage

* 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage

* Up to 25 vacation…