Project Construction Manager

Job Description

The City University of New York (CUNY) has embarked on a multi‑billion dollar and multi‑year capital design and construction program at its 25 campuses. The Assistant Directors in the Office of Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management (FPCM) play a vital role in the successful implementation of this program. The Assistant Director (AD) has primary responsibility for development and implementation of capitally funded construction projects including new buildings, renovation, infrastructure, energy performance, repair and capital maintenance projects.

Exercising independent initiative and judgment under the general direction of the Executive Director, the AD manages projects collaboratively with stakeholders to provide quality facilities on time and on budget for CUNY students, faculty, and staff.

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Posting is open until filled.

• Be in control of all projects under your responsibility and lead and drive completion on time and within budget
• Lead your team to meet the productivity targets and completion rates of the annual construction program
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths
• 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 (CMs), and contractors
• Participate in consideration of and recommend consultant fees
• Plan, assign, and review the work of supervised project managers and other staff
• 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
• Ensure and supervise the preparation of construction documents and their compliance with the project program and budget for all projects
• Oversee the work of consultants, CMs, and contractors
• Work with the project managers to assemble bid documents and ensure an adequate bidding process
• Schedule project scope development, design, and bidding timing to coincide with Board meetings
• Prepare Project Board Resolutions for Board approvals
• Review bid submissions, analyze the bids, and provide timely recommendations
• Ensure all City and State project authorizations and budget approvals are in place before bidding on the projects
• Ensure project managers are frequently updating the CUNY Project Management System on the status of the projects concerning financial information, project schedule, and progress reports
• 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 are available before seeking approvals from CUNY and City University Construction Fund (CUCF) Board of Trustees
• Direct and supervise project managers and staff to ensure proper working relationships and interface with City and State agencies and departments responsible for accomplishing a successful project
• Establish and direct all activities required for project completion and assign them to the project managers
• Alert the Executive Director or other appropriate executive to critical situations and make recommendations
• Exercise proper judgment as required
• Prepare regular project management documentation
• Keep the Executive 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 construction, which includes conventional and CM at‑risk projects
• Responsible for handling planning, budgeting, and making key decisions to ensure that construction projects conform to the proposed budget and are completed on time
• Attend and proactively participate in construction meetings to communicate with project managers,…