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Gilbane Building Company · 4 days ago
Construction Project Officer
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$70K/yr - $130K/yr
5+ years exp
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Responsibilities
Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of complex and highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior level Project Officer
Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors
Make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of construction projects
Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible
Make decisions on phasing and scheduling and ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction
Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations
Interact with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers to minimize project concerns
Participate in the development and implementation of project procedures and policies
Provide guidance and advice construction staff
Resolve issues and problems listed in field reports made by architects and construction management
Work with architect/engineers regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required, to ensure structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility
Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract
Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default
Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and negotiate with contractors
Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action
Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying claims
Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above
Perform other related tasks
Qualification
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Required
Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 5 years work experience in one or more construction and design related fields
Minimum 2 years experience managing all phases of construction work valued at $5 Million +
Valid driver's license
Benefits
Health and welfare benefits
Generous profit-sharing/401k plan
Company
Gilbane Building Company
Gilbane Building Company provides global integrated construction and facility management services.
1,001-5,000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2023 (14)
2022 (4)
2021 (1)
2020 (5)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$16MKey Investors
Amazon
2022-12-19Debt Financing· $16M
Leadership Team
Thomas F. Gilbane Jr.
CEO and Chairman
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Matthew Lawrence
CFO
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