Program Manager - Architecture & Engineering, Design Consultant Management Studio

NYC School Construction Authority; New York (NY); On-site; USD 105,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team dedicated to shaping the future of NYC's education infrastructure! As a Program Manager, you will oversee the design and construction of innovative school projects, ensuring they meet high standards of quality and sustainability. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact the learning environments of over a million students while working in a collaborative and inclusive atmosphere. If you have a passion for architecture and education, and possess strong project management and negotiation skills, this position is perfect for you. Be part of a mission-driven organization committed to excellence in public education.

Benefits

Medical Coverage (100% employer paid for basic)

Prescription Drug Option

Dental and Vision Coverage

NYC Qualified Pension Plan

401K, 457 and IRA Options

Transit Check Program

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience in construction project negotiation and evaluation.
• 4 years in an administrative or supervisory capacity is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage consultants and coordinate schedules for multiple projects.
• Ensure adherence to budget, schedule, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Project Management

Negotiation Skills

Construction Management

Administrative Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Job description

Build your career while building NYC Public schools and impacting the learning environments of the next generation!

The SCA’s Architecture and Engineering Department is responsible for the development of scope, design, and construction documents for new school buildings, additions, lease conversions, and renovation work of existing schools for New York City’s approximately 1.1 million students. Our projects are intentionally and thoughtfully designed; positive impact design is at the forefront of all our projects.

Our In-House studio is a multidisciplinary practice that is responsible for designing some of the largest and most complex schools in our 1,500+ school portfolio as well as renovation work to existing schools. Our other two studios manage external consultants from design inception to completion. Our three studios are comprised of talented architects and engineers who are driven to deliver high-quality custom designed, sustainable, and resilient public schools.

Come and join our continuing journey towards design excellence in the K-12 education sector. Be impactful!

Job Description Summary: The Program Manager manages consultants in the design and/or construction/renovation of new or existing schools. Manages multiple projects of varying complexity. Job Description:

Responsibilities include:

• Manage staff/consultants, coordinate, and/or assist with schedules and workload, and/or maintain assignment log, and/or conduct staff evaluations and approve timesheets.
• Lead or participate in meetings with various SCA departments & outside contractors/consultants.
• Participate in negotiations and/or mediations, and review and/or make recommendations to management for approval on all proposed settlements including time extensions.
• Recommend approval of consultant expenditures, and responsible for negotiating consultant fees and/or change orders and/or time extensions.
• Ensure adherence to schedule, budget, codes and standards, and tracking and ensuring approval from all regulatory agencies.
• Participate in day-to-day operations to address and resolve specific managerial, administrative and operational details.
• Track status of RFIs, Shop Drawings and other reports and submittals and ensure timely turnaround.
• Conduct site observations and prepare field reports.
• Review and assess documents for quality, constructability, value engineering, commissioning, phasing and other design-related criteria.
• Participate in the development of the technical resources.
• Assist Management with special projects and/or initiatives.
• Perform related duties, as assigned.

Minimum Requirement:

• Baccalaureate degree.
• Eight years of full-time work experience participating in the negotiation, mediation, assessment and/or evaluation of costs associated with construction projects' components; four years must be in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

POSTING CLOSING DATE: Until Filled

Civil Service Classification: Pending Jurisdictional Classification

Salary Range: $105,159.00 - $155,000.00

Education: Baccalaureate

Certifications (if required):

Work Experience: Eight years of full-time work experience participating in the negotiation, mediation, assessment and/or evaluation of costs associated with construction projects' components; four years must be in an administrative or supervisory capacity; or a satisfactory combination of education and experience. Specialty technical skills applicable to the areas to be assessed or evaluated.

The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) 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. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

We offer excellent benefits including:

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription drug option
• Dental and Vision coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees