Associate Vice President, Construction, Homeless Veteran Program

Description

Job purpose

The mission of the Tunnel to Towers Foundation is to honor the sacrifice of firefighter Stephen Siller who laid down his life to save others on September 11, 2001. We also honor our military and first responders who continue to make the supreme sacrifice of life and limb for our country. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation is committed to eradicating homelessness amongst our veterans.

The Foundation is seeking an experienced Associate Vice President to support and assist the Vice President Construction in each phase of commercial construction and renovation of new acquisitions (commercial and hospitality construction).

Duties and responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor project management staff, providing guidance, training, and performance feedback.
• Oversee day-to-day construction activities across multiple projects ensuring adherence to schedule, budget, and quality standards.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of construction policies, procedures, and best practices to support departmental efficiency and consistency.
• Assist the VP of Construction in strategic planning, staffing decisions, resource allocation and performance reporting.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive work environment that reflects the organization’s mission of providing safe, high-quality, and affordable housing.
• Lead the technical and constructability review of conceptual and schematic designs to ensure feasibility, efficiency, and alignment with funding and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and development staff to refine design documents and specifications to meet budget and performance goals.
• Coordinate the preparation and submission of all required municipal approvals, including site plan review, zoning board hearings, planning board submissions, building permits, and utility company coordination.
• Represent the organization at municipal meetings and public hearings, effectively communicating project objectives and addressing community or agency concerns.
• Serve as the organization’s primary point of contact with general contractors, construction managers, and field personnel.
• Manage contractor procurement processes including RFP development, bid evaluations, and contract negotiations.
• Lead pre-construction efforts including scope definition, cost estimating, value engineering, and scheduling.
• Coordinate closely with internal development teams, architects, engineers, and contractors during design and construction phases.
• Review construction documents to ensure alignment with project goals, budgets, and code requirements.
• Oversee bid processes, contract negotiations, and procurement of general contractors and consultants.
• Monitor construction progress, manage change orders, and ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Lead project closeout efforts including punch list completion, commissioning, warranty administration, and transition to property management.
• Review contractor payment applications, change requests, and financial projections.
• Prepare progress reports and updates for senior management, funders, and other stakeholders.
• Support value-engineering efforts to optimize cost and performance without compromising design intent or long-term durability.

Requirements

• Minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience managing commercial construction projects, including at least 3 years in a leadership or senior project management capacity. Multi-family, hospitality or senior living experience preferred – either renovations or ground-up. Multi-state experience preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CCM, CPC, or PPM are strongly preferred.
• Proficiency in using construction management software platforms.
• Demonstrated success in managing all aspects of commercial construction projects from design through completion preferred.
• Experience navigating municipal and agency approval processes including zoning, planning, permitting, and utility coordination preferred.
• Strong technical understanding of site work, building systems, construction methods, and sequencing.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to represent the organization effectively in public forums.
• Detail oriented.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/ Google Suite (or equivalent).
• Pre-employment screening, including a background check, is required.

Working conditions

Special working conditions may include: a change in days worked, shift hours, and/or working conditions (outdoors or other locations) when participating and assisting in special events needed. This position is based in Staten Island, NY and will require up to 15%travel.