Senior Project Manager

Job Summary Hours: Full‑time – 35 hours. Work Location: 30‑30 Thomson Avenue, NY, 11101. The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Public Buildings Division seeks a Senior Project Manager. The selected candidate will manage complex capital commitment projects, review proposed projects to determine how and when the work should be performed, work with Sponsor Agencies from project inception to ensure an understanding of each project’s scope and vision, and oversee each project from conception to the construction completion and close‑out of the finished structure. Reporting to the Deputy/Program Director, the Senior Project Manager will: Generate cost estimates to determine the price at which the project should be bid. Develop deliverable dates to establish schedules that must be adhered to in order to complete assigned projects in a timely, cost‑effective manner. Supervise, coordinate, and direct the project’s design, construction management, and construction staff. Resolve construction or design issues. Negotiate with contractors and vendors. Process and review change orders and project estimates. Ensure that all safety precautions are adhered to and that work is completed on schedule. Generate reports, attend meetings, and oversee contractor performance. Supervise, coordinate, and direct Project Managers and Junior Project Managers. Eligibility & Authority Requirements Only candidates who are permanent in the Associate Project Manager title, reachable on DDC’s Promotional Exam #3573, or the Open Competitive Exam #3110 may apply. Provide a copy of your Notice of Results or indicate if you are permanent in the title. Candidates who do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria will not be considered for an interview. All candidates must be currently authorized to work full‑time in the United States. In compliance with Public Law 99‑603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H‑1B visas, F‑1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law, and is not hiring temporary employees. Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education‑recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. Minimum Qualifications One year of full‑time satisfactory experience in supervising employees performing project management work on engineering, architectural, or landscape architectural projects, or supervising a construction project with a value of $1,000,000 or more. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, construction, or a related field and one year of full‑time satisfactory experience in project management work. OR a four‑year high school diploma or its equivalent and five years of experience as described above. OR a four‑year high school diploma or its equivalent plus any combination of college or university education and/or experience described above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of experience credit will be given for:

• a) Each 30 semester credits of college or university education leading to a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in the specified disciplines.
• b) A Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the disciplines described above.
• c) A Juris Doctor degree.
• d) A valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect, or Registered Landscape Architect.

In addition to meeting the qualification requirements for Assignment Level I, candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in a supervisory capacity or have served for at least one year as a project manager for a large and/or complex construction project. In addition to meeting the qualification requirements for Assignment Level I, candidates must have at least two additional years of experience in a supervisory capacity or have served for at least two additional years as a project manager for a large and/or complex construction project. Preferred Skills Excellent reading, review, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Ability to meet deadlines and work independently in a fast‑paced environment while paying close attention to details. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat. Strong working knowledge of specifications and the latest Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Master Format. Prior work experience in architecture, engineering, construction, and/or the legal industry. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. 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, visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at Residency Requirement New York City residency is not required for this position. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 Nyc-Department-of-Design-and-Construction