Construction Project Manager Job New York New York USA,Design & Architecture

Location: New York

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for supporting and overseeing all aspects of design and construction projects at the High Line park and headquarters facility. Project types include new construction & renovation, capital repair and retrofit projects, and infrastructure-focused projects. The Construction Project Manager collaborates with internal departments – including Operations, Advancement, and Finance – and external partners such as NYC Parks and adjacent developers.

Responsibilities

Serve as main project lead on contracts or projects through all phases; projects may include small scale repair or renovation projects and larger capital projects across the High Line
Manage projects by developing scopes of work; soliciting and reviewing bids from architects, engineers, contractors, and construction managers; preparing estimates, schedules and budgets; and overseeing project execution from design through construction and post‑occupancy
Coordinate between planning & design and park operations departments to ensure successful execution and oversight of projects, and confirm that all projects are on the institutional main calendar and internal resources are allocated and scheduled
Create communication processes and documents to ensure that all affected stakeholders are aware of impact of projects on park
Coordinate with external architects, landscape architects, and consultants to ensure projects are executed in alignment with the design intent
Conduct weekly site visits to verify that construction work aligns with the Contract Documents
Liaise with NYC Parks and other city agencies as needed for necessary agency approvals
Other duties as assigned

Qualifications of a successful candidate may include the following, but candidates will not be screened exclusively based on meeting these qualifications:

3-5+ years of relevant project management experience in architecture, landscape architecture, construction, or owner’s representation, or related field
Ability to work independently, multi‑task, solve problems, and collaborate with a variety of colleagues, external vendors, contractors, designers, and partners at all levels
Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications; understanding of construction administration including submittal/shop drawing review process
Ability to manage budgets and schedules
Knowledge of industry standards
Attentive to detail
Comfort working in a fast‑paced and flexible office environment
Excellent skills in verbal, written, and graphic communication
Proficiency in AutoCAD
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, or related field
Experience in the fields of planning, landscape architecture, architecture, design, and the operations/programming of public spaces
Experience working with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and other industry professionals
Proficiency in Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite
Understanding of contracts and insurance
Completion of OSHA 10 or 30, LEED Green Associate, or certificates in project management/construction management

Abilities

Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions, as needed
Some evening and weekend work required based on project needs
Ability to work from the FHL offices in the Meatpacking District at least three days per week, with flexibility to be in the office more frequently as needed based on project demands and other responsibilities

This is a full‑time exempt position with a salary range of $82,500-$87,500 based upon experience and qualifications.

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
20 Vacation days, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays with 4 floating holidays (based on start date) & 2 Winter Fridays, Discounts Citi Bike Membership
Discounts with vendors at the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
Free entrance to the Whitney Museum
Supplemental short‑term disability insurance and paid life insurance
Commuter benefits
Flexible Spending Accounts
Contribution in a 403(b) retirement plan
Employee Assistance Program
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