Transaction Manager

Overview

DCAS’s mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. From managing iconic courthouses and municipal buildings, to purchasing over $1 billion annually in goods and services for more than 80 City agencies, our work ensures that all agencies can deliver on their mission. Our reach touches every facet of city government and is instrumental to the successful day‑to‑day operations of the City of New York.

We provide city agencies with the critical resources and support needed to succeed, including:

• Recruiting, hiring, and training city employees.
• Managing 55 public buildings.
• Acquiring, selling, and leasing city property.
• Purchasing over $1 billion in goods and services for city agencies.
• Overseeing the greenest municipal vehicle fleet in the country.
• Leading the City’s efforts to reduce carbon emissions from government operations.

When you work at DCAS, you provide impactful support, quality customer service, and help protect the future of New York City for generations to come. Visit our website /dcas to learn more.

The RES division supports the city’s real estate needs, including space planning and management of 37 million square feet, acquisitions, sales, design, zoning analysis, and financial analysis of transactions.

The RES Leasing & Acquisitions Unit finds space for city agencies and negotiates leases and purchases.

• Identify suitable sites to satisfy client agency requirements and prepare market analysis reports.
• Negotiate cost‑effective commercial leases and licenses on behalf of the City.
• Prepare and maintain project schedules.
• Initiate and maintain project status reports in DCAS Real Estate Services data systems.
• Communicate with client agencies to keep them informed on status, steps, budgets, and risk mitigation.
• Manage development and timely completion of legal documents (leases, licenses, renewals, notices).
• Coordinate with supervisors and other staff to ensure projects finish on time and within budget.
• Partner with Design and Project Management unit to complete term sheet requirements.
• Maintain effective project management and control of the leasing process.
• Confer and partner with internal stakeholders (Mayor’s Office, Office of General Counsel, Comptroller’s Office, City Council, City Planning, etc.).
• Communicate and promote client agency’s real property interests to external stakeholders.
• Provide transaction‑related data to support Section 195 and Section 197(c) approvals; present public testimony as required.
• Prepare ARC packages and other documentation for OMB transaction approval.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Four‑year high‑school diploma (or equivalent) and at least six years of progressively responsible real‑property management experience, including 18 months in a managerial capacity supervising a large staff.
• Experience in building construction or renovation, property management (residential, commercial, industrial, or waterfront), or site management related to housing or rehabilitation projects.
• Knowledge of property management duties (renting, operating, maintenance, relocation, tenant negotiations).
• Strong analytical, project‑management, negotiation, presentation, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of NYC commercial real‑estate market and commercial leasing experience.
• Exceptional analytical and project management skills.
• Detail‑oriented, flexible, and able to meet tight deadlines.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with design & construction process.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of City of New York processes, rules, and regulations.
• Understanding of corporate processes, policies, procedures, and governance.
• Good interpersonal and customer‑relationship management skills.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter your interest in the 55‑a Program.

As a prospective employee, you may be eligible for federal and state loan forgiveness programs. For more information, visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. Certain employees who have worked for the City for two continuous years may also reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County.

Equal Opportunity Employment New York City is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or characteristic, including sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.