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The City University of New York · 1 month ago

Project Manager - Level 1, 2 or 3 (Temporary to Permanent) - Revised and Reopened

Brooklyn, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$109K/yr - $123K/yr

6+ years exp

The City University of New York is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and completion of capital building projects at a campus or university setting. The role involves managing renovation and maintenance projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and coordinating with various stakeholders to meet project goals.

Higher Education

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Oversees one or more aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the design and construction of capital building projects and specialized construction at a Campus or University setting

Manages projects for renovation and/or maintenance of existing facilities

Develops quality standards and monitors performance

Incorporates University procedures and standards such as safety and CUNY design standards

Maintains compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and CUNY standards

Applies project management procedures and standards using appropriate methods and technologies

Communicates effectively with all project participants

Meets standards for performance (time, cost quality)

Enters, maintains, and accesses information in computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order systems, inventory and timekeeping systems, and financial systems of various kinds

Performs work indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and working in close spaces as necessary to advance project(s)

Work may require driving to work locations

Arranges and participates in project meetings, activities and inspections and works with contractors and vendors and reports to management to ensure any important issues are addressed

Functions as an Expediter, completes the required project documentation, obtains the proper licenses and certificates and assists in dealings with the NYC Department of Buildings, along with other agencies

Enters, maintains, and accesses information on computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order, inventory and/or CUNYfirst

Maintains and collects information on vendors activities, time spent, tasks performed and billing information

Performs work throughout the campus, whether indoor or outdoor

Maintaining current knowledge with of technological and regulatory developments in environmental sustainability and facilities management

Liaising with government/city and regulatory agencies to ensure projects meet compliance

Point person to coordinate planning, design and construction with all sustainability consultants with campus stakeholders best practices to meet sustainability

Collaborating with various departments to incorporate sustainability projects, waste management and operational policies

Reviews the projects' schedules, compares them with the plans and reports all issues and findings to management

Manages design, planning, operations of NYS sustainable construction and energy practices

Develops comprehensive sustainability programs that align with NY Governor mandates

Works with campus stakeholders to develop project scopes which to meet sustainability requirements

Manages, plans, coordinates and advises on complex capital projects, such as determining requirements, preparing design specifications, and analyzing documentation

Develops and assigns projects' budget, scope, time taken and adjusts accordingly

Negotiates project plans and executes change orders

Participates in the consultant selection and contracting process

Ensures that quality safety standards, laws and CUNY Central procedures are met, by inspecting projects, their status and collecting project data

Directs and communicates with internal and external staff to ensure project goals are met

Qualification

Sustainability PracticesConstruction ManagementProject ManagementRegulatory ComplianceArchitectural DesignVendor ManagementCommunication SkillsTeam CollaborationProblem SolvingTime Management

Required

A four-year high school diploma and six years of experience, in one or more of the following: Planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

Knowledge of English language (spoken, written, read) sufficient to carry out the activities described in this specification

A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some positions

To be appointed at Level 2: candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in one of the following: Supervision of employees within a construction project or Supervision of a construction project

To be appointed at Level 3: candidates must have at least one year of experience above and beyond Level 2 (i.e., a total of two additional years' experience in project and/or personnel supervision)

Preferred

Understanding and working knowledge of environmental laws and compliance requirements

Project experience with green roof installation, solar panels, geothermal borings for alternative heating source, zero-emission charging station

Working experience with state, city and federal agencies such as NYSERDA, NYPA, DEC, DOB, FDNY, DOT, etc

Benefits

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification.

Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.

Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

Company

The City University of New York

The City University of New York is the nation’s largest urban public university, a transformative engine of social mobility that is a critical component of the lifeblood of New York City.

Founded in 1847

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees

http://cuny.edu

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