Building Code Project Manager

Building Code Project Manager

NYC US

Salary Range: 80,000 - $110,000

Do you have a desire to learn and advance your career in a dynamic, collaborative work environment?

Code Green is a national building solutions firm that partners with our clients to make buildings safe, healthy, resilient, and sustainable. Our multidisciplinary team brings extensive expertise in sustainability, decarbonization, building code, fire safety, resiliency, indoor environmental quality, and inspections. With our uncompromising focus on high performing buildings, Code Green provides the integrative solutions needed for today's landscape. We support building owners, investors, and tenants through every phase of a building's lifecycle from construction and acquisition through upgrades and renovation to disposition.

Code Green is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Senior Building Code Project Manager to help guide our clients through the complex world of building code and regulatory approvals. As a key member of our Code Compliance team, you'll play a hands-on role in moving high-profile projects forward - ensuring filings, permits, and approvals are completed accurately, efficiently, and with a strong customer focus.

If you thrive on navigating city agency processes, solving regulatory challenges, and being part of a collaborative, fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you.

A Day in the life of Building Code Project Manager

• Perform end to end services in support of clients and internal code consultants including but not limited to Application Approvals, Permit Issuance, Signoffs, Violations, and Application Tracking
• Prepare and submit proposals for assigned work, monitor project budgets and issue associated Change Orders as required.
• Submit filings through appropriate city agencies including but not limited to Department of Buildings (DOB), Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC), Fire Department (FDNY), Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). etc.
• Complete and manage standard Alternation Filings (ALT-2)
• Lead the TCO and FCO process from filing through approval, proactively managing DOB interactions, resolving objections, and ensuring timely Certificates of Occupancy for client projects
• Work closely with internal teams and clients to develop project schedules and milestones
• Maintain ongoing correspondence and communication with Clients, Design Consultants, Construction Managers, etc. to keep projects moving forward and to identify and eliminate roadblocks as needed
• Perform site visits, field visits, and in-person meetings as required by individual clients and projects
• Assist and mentor junior team members
• Participate in client presentations, pitch meetings, and other functions as required

What you bring to the Code Green team

• Minimum 5-10 years' experience as a building code project manager
• Experience working directly with commercial/residential building owners, tenants, developers, and architects
• Thorough knowledge of permit application processes (including submitting, filing, and turnaround times), certificates of occupancy and inspections of occupancy
• Strong familiarity with city filing platforms such as DOB Now, BIS, E-filing, Inspection Ready, etc.
• Demonstrated experience successfully filing for and obtaining TCOs and FCOs in New York City, with a deep knowledge of DOB processes, inspections, and sign-off requirements
• Experience with application approval timing and strategizing on submissions
• General knowledge of construction plans
• Effective communication (both written and verbal) skills and high level of professionalism with both clients and internal team
• Strong organization skills, a high level of attention-to-detail, and the ability to efficiently prioritize multiple tasks
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, and Project)

What Codegreen offers you

• A challenging, rewarding position with the opportunity to grow your career
• Competitive compensation, benefits, and Insurance (health dental, etc.) with employer contributions.
• Ten paid holidays, competitive PTO program, and paid Parental Leave!
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) Program with Company Match
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Educational and professional membership dues reimbursement
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Code Green ?

At Code Green, our employees are the heart of our business. If you're ready to build your skills and develop your career, we have the resources and subject matter experts to support your journey. We provide a dynamic and forward-thinking culture that is based on honesty, integrity, and a passion for learning.

Code Green provides equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for current and future employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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