Citywide Projects Manager

City of New York; All (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established city agency is seeking a Citywide Projects Manager to oversee the design and construction of public spaces. This role involves managing projects that enhance community recreation and public health, collaborating with various stakeholders, and ensuring the successful execution of architectural and engineering initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in design software. Join a team committed to sustainability and excellence in urban development, making a positive impact on the lives of New Yorkers.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree in relevant fields plus one year of project management experience.
• High school diploma plus five years of relevant experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Manage design and construction projects for the Citywide Services Capital Team.
• Prepare reports on project progress, milestones, and budgets.
• Assist in RFPs, grant applications, and present design plans.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Budget Management

Technical Specifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Access

Job description

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ONLY PERMANENT EMPLOYEES IN THE TITLE AND THOSE REACHABLE ON THE CIVIL SERVICE LIST ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. *

NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that designs, builds, and cares for public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play, and enjoy. NYC Parks manages more than 30,000 acres or 14% of the land in New York City, encompassing more than 5,000 properties. Our assets include recreation centers, sporting facilities, athletic fields, playgrounds, tennis courts, pools, historic houses, nature centers, golf courses, marinas, and beaches.

Within Citywide Technical Services (CWS), the Capital Team collaborates with Parks’ leadership and other City Agencies to assess, design, and reconstruct facilities in need of improvements. The Capital unit aims for design excellence supporting the City’s sustainability goals. The Project Administrator will support planning, administrative tasks, and measurement and verification for Energy, Green Infrastructure, and State of Good Repair programs at DPR, impacting neighborhood growth, public health, and community recreation across NYC.

Major Responsibilities

1. Perform project management work on design and construction of routine reconstruction projects for the Citywide Services Capital Team.
2. Develop architectural, landscape, or engineering drawing plans.
3. Help develop new architectural, landscape, or engineering methods and strategies.
4. Monitor project progress and prepare reports on design and construction, tracking milestones and budgets.
5. Assist in preparing RFPs, grant applications, and related documents.
6. Present design plans to stakeholders within and outside the agency.
7. Provide design and construction support on architectural and engineering matters.

Work Location: Randall’s Island, Manhattan

Qualification Requirements

1. This vacancy is only open to current permanent city employees in the Project Manager civil service title, those on leave from it, or those reachable on the civil service list (Exam No. 4076).

How to Apply: Visit cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 713211.
All applications must be submitted via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City no longer accepts applications through ESS.
Current Employees: include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.
Note: Resumes are due by the end of the posting period. References available upon request.
More info: nyc.gov/parks
Movement in the civil service list is prohibited by law.
For Civil Service Exam info: NYC Department of Citywide Administrative Services

Minimum Qualifications

1. Baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, construction, urban planning, or related fields, plus one year of relevant project management experience; or
2. High school diploma or equivalent plus five years of relevant experience; or
3. High school diploma or equivalent plus a combination of education and experience totaling five years, with college credits counting towards experience.

Preferred Skills

1. Master’s degree.
2. Experience with contracts and budgets.
3. Technical specifications and estimates experience.
4. Excellent administrative and communication skills.
5. Proficiency in AutoCAD, MS Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint.
6. Valid NY State driver license.