Project Manager; Construction

Position: Project Manager (Construction)
Location: New York

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CUNY has embarked on a multi-billion dollar and multi-year capital design and construction program at its 25 campuses. The Project Manager (PM) - Design, Construction, and Management, as a member of the project management team in the Office of Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management (FPCM), plays a vital role in successfully implementing this program. The PM is primarily responsible for implementing capitally funded construction projects, including the design and construction of new buildings, renovation projects, infrastructure projects, energy performance projects, repair projects, and capital maintenance projects at CUNY campuses.

Exercising independent initiative and judgment and working under the general direction of the Assistant Director (AD), the PM has wide latitude in implementing their assigned capital projects. The PM works collaboratively with numerous stakeholders, including college, university, governmental, and regulatory agency representatives, as well as consultant and construction teams, to successfully manage the projects to provide quality facilities, on time and on budget, that serve CUNY students, faculty, and  in control of all projects under your responsibility and lead and drive completion on time and on budget

Identify and manage project dependencies and the critical path Under the supervision of the Assistant Director, develop conceptual plans and budgets for facilities projects to support the fiscal decision-making process

Develop best practices for project execution and management

Develop and maintain project budgets

Draft and submit budget proposals and recommend subsequent budget changes

Plan, organize, manage, and participate in the selection process of architectural/engineering consultants, construction managers, and contractors

Participate in the consideration of and recommend consultant fees Prepare cost estimates and schedules for all capital projects, such as new construction, rehabilitation, infrastructure, energy performance, remodeling, Mechanical/Electrical/ Plumbing, Fire Protection, or repair projects

In coordination with the Assistant Director, ensure and supervise the preparation of construction documents and compliance to project program and budget for all projects; oversee the work of consultants, construction managers, and contractors

Assemble bid documents and ensure an adequate bidding process

In coordination with the Assistant Director, schedule project scope development, design, and bidding timing to coincide with Board meetings

Review bid submissions, analyze the bids, and provide timely recommendations

Ensure all City and State project authorizations and budget approvals are in place prior to bidding on the projects

Weekly update on the PMWeb-based CUNY Project Management System on the status of projects in relation to financial information, project schedule, and progress

Ensure that all required information, including State and City budget authorizations, bid results, total project cost, design and construction schedules, the low bidder qualification result, and project financial risk analysis, is available prior to seeking approvals from CUNY and City University Construction Fund Board of Trustees Prepare regular project management reports and keep the Assistant Director informed on the progress, status, and appropriate details of all projects

Responsible for turnkey delivery of all CUNY-managed design and construction projects from inception through completion. This includes conventional and CM at-risk projects

Responsible for handling planning, budgeting, and making key decisions to ensure construction projects are in conformity with the proposed budget and are completed on time Attend and proactively participate in construction meetings to communicate with project managers, the project management team, campus facility staff, and other parties involved in the construction project to discuss budgets, plans, and goals

Manage changes in project scope, identify potential crises, and devise contingency plans

Negotiate contracts, which involves negotiating contracts with vendors and other professionals, and renegotiating contracts with contractors and subcontractors when changes occur

Review, negotiate, and approve change orders with the CM and contractors, and ensure fair value for the university

Review and approve payment certificates to contractors and consultants

Develop a comprehensive understanding of project strategy and commitments, including financial goals, scheduling,…