Construction Project Manager

Overview

BRAVO is the partnering of Velocity Architectural and Engineering Services and Bradford Construction Corporation (WBE). The cooperative brings together some of the industry’s most distinguished leaders and technical experts, united by their decades of experience modernizing vital infrastructure and iconic facilities throughout the New York metropolitan area. BRAVO delivers value to its clients by offering the full-breadth of architectural, engineering, and construction management services through an efficient organization that is structured to promote attentive client service, responsive project delivery, and quality.

Through our offices in New York City and Newark, NJ, BRAVO’s family of companies serve public and private clients covering a wide-range of markets, including education, government, transportation, healthcare, industrial, power, and water.

At BRAVO, you will find a wealth of opportunities to create the career you’ve always imagined. We support, encourage, and empower our people by providing an environment where everyone has an opportunity to succeed. BRAVO brings amazing people together to make amazing things happen. We’re a diverse collective of thinkers and doers, committed to remaining client-focused, agile, responsive, and accountable to our valued clients and the communities we serve.

• 401(k)
• ACCIDENT INSURANCE
• COMMUTER BENEFITS
• COMPETITIVE SALARY
• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
• LIFE INSURANCE
• MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
• REIMBURSEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND LICENSES
• SHORT TERM DISABILITY

Location: NYC Metro Area (Onsite/working from field offices)

Job Type: Full Time, Primarily Day Shift

Bradford Construction has multiple Project Officer II vacancies for experienced Project Managers or Superintendents with one of our clients, a NYC Public Agency.

• Administer and coordinate design and construction activities for complex and/or high-visibility projects.
• Manage project planning, problem-solving, and execution to ensure smooth project delivery.
• Uphold quality, compliance, and performance standards across all consultants, vendors, and contractors.
• Review design and construction documents to identify and resolve errors early in the process.
• Collaborate with architects and engineers on change orders, technical issues, and document interpretations to ensure code-compliant, structurally sound, and visually cohesive facilities.
• Maintain continuous communication with contractors, construction managers, school personnel, and senior project staff.
• Make key decisions on project phasing and scheduling; prepare and monitor timelines to ensure adherence across all stakeholders.
• Contribute to the development and enforcement of project policies in line with Authority-wide procedures.
• Mentor and support junior project officers, offering guidance on project execution and problem-solving.
• Resolve field issues raised by architects and construction managers, including making on-site decisions and negotiating change orders.
• Review contractor claims and disputes; compile necessary documentation and advise senior management on appropriate resolutions.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Construction management experience with public agencies in NYC is strongly preferred.
• At least five years of relevant experience, with significant exposure to managing all phases of construction work.
• Valid New York or New Jersey State driver’s license.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, or a related field.
• Experience with project management and oversight of public sector construction projects favored.
• Licenses or certifications such as OSHA 30, PMP, or PE are relevant to the role.

Salary: $90,000 - $125,000 USD

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.