Assistant Project Officer Level III US Construction Experience a MUST

CAFCO Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid PTO: 120 hours

8 Paid Holidays

Health, vision and dental insurance

401K

Pre-tax benefits

Job summary

CAFCO Group seeks an experienced Assistant Project Officer Level III to support New York City School Construction Authority capital construction programs. In this role, you will coordinate and expedite the development of complex projects and assist Project Officers, with a path toward a full Project Officer position.

The responsibilities span office and field work across NYC, requiring strong leadership, clear communication, and rigorous attention to quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Services, or related field.
• Three (3) years of full-time construction work experience.
• Valid New York State driver's license.
• Experience managing multiple complex construction tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency with construction management software: Procore, PlanGrid, or eBuilder.
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex projects and transition toward a Project Officer role.
• Coordinate and expedite development or improvement of complex capital projects.
• Ensure quality and high standards of contract performance and compliance.
• Support timely decisions to expedite construction progress.
• Help correct mistakes before they are incorporated into projects.
• Mentor junior staff and review job status reports.
• Visit job sites across NYC boroughs as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture / Construction Management / Engineering / Environmental Services or related field

Tools

Procore

PlanGrid

eBuilder

Job description

CAFCO Group seeks an experienced Assistant Project Officer Level III to serve as a senior essential member of the project team supporting New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) capital construction programs. Under general supervision, the successful candidate will coordinate and expedite the development of more complex capital projects, assist with complex projects under the responsibility of Project Officers, and serve as a potential transition to a future Project Officer position.

Required Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Architecture, Construction Management, Engineering, Environmental Services, or a related field
• Three (3) years of full-time, paid construction work experience
• Valid New York State driver's license required
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple complex construction tasks simultaneously
• Proficiency in construction management software including Procore, PlanGrid, or eBuilder preferred
• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Key Responsibilities

• Perform similar tasks to Assistant Project Officer Level II on more complex and large-scale SCA capital projects, serving as a potential transition to a Project Officer role
• Coordinate and expedite the development or improvement of complex capital projects under general supervision
• Ensure quality and high standards of contract performance and compliance in all aspects of assigned projects
• Assist in making timely decisions and taking actions to expedite completion of the construction process
• Assist in correcting mistakes and errors before they can be extensively incorporated into projects
• Negotiate change orders and contracts; prepare and review job status reports
• Mentor and guide Assistant Project Officer Level I and II staff
• Visit various job sites as required in the performance of assigned duties
• Perform other related tasks as assigned

Work Environment

• Professional office and field environment
• Construction industry focus - NYC public school capital projects
• Fast-paced, dynamic workplace across all five boroughs

Benefit Package

• Paid PTO: 120 hours (3 weeks)
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 401K
• Pre-tax benefits

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: "CAFCO Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

As a certified M/WBE firm, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace while maintaining compliance with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws and regulations.

CAFCO Group participates in E-Verify and performs background checks in accordance with NY Article 23-A and applicable laws.

CAFCO Group is not sponsoring visa H-1B at this time