Junior Project Manager

Hours: Full-Time - 35 Hours Work Location: 777 3rd Avenue, Manhattan, NY 10017 Only candidates who are permanent in the Project Manager Intern title or those who are reachable on the Open-Competitive list #5114 may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview. Position Overview The NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks a Junior Project Manager to work within the Borough Based Jails Program. Under the supervision of a Senior Project Manager, with limited latitude for independent judgment and action, the selected candidate will perform elementary-level project management work and receive training in project management, including construction management work in the field. Responsibilities Oversight of construction work performed by third‑party service providers, in the office and in the field. Maintaining a project management information system to provide data for the planning and control of project development. Establishing project timeframes and cost schedules. Determining and coordinating project activities required between the client agencies, contractors, and departments responsible for project completion. Reviewing all schedules, reports, and orders prepared by consultants, contractors, and client agencies to assure conformance with project completion dates. Checking contractors’ work performance and preparing management reports. Resolving problems that arise in meeting schedules and assigned budgets. Processing payment requisitions and change order reviews. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Minimum Qualifications A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration; or A master’s degree in architecture that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college or university. Preferred Skills Candidate should possess excellent organizational, verbal, and written skills, with the ability to multi‑task various projects. Proficiency in Microsoft Office is preferred. 55a Program 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 that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of New York 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 protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr