Project Executive

Nyc-Department-of-Design-and-Construction; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Design and Construction in New York is seeking a Project Executive to oversee Borough-Based Jail Program construction facilities. You will manage aggressive schedules, coordinate with architects, engineers, and CMs, monitor budgets, and ensure milestones are met while liaising with BBJ and City agencies.

Legal work authorization is required; NYC residency not required. The role reports to BBJ senior management and requires strong leadership, risk management, and collaborative

Qualifications

• New York State Registration as an Architect is required.
• Six (6) years of full-time paid architectural experience, at least two (2) years as an administrative architect.

Responsibilities

• Administer the Borough Based Jail Program construction facilities and schedule.
• Manage project milestones and budget with a team of designers and CM’s.
• Coordinate with Design Builder’s architects, engineers, and construction managers.
• Ensure timely delivery of facilities and adherence to contract documents.
• Liaise with BBJ team and city agencies; report to senior management.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Management

Risk assessment

Cost reduction

Team collaboration

Public sector experience

Contractor collaboration

Education

Architectural degree

Tools

AACEI certification

PMP certification

Job description

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 777 Third Ave, New York, NY 10017

Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Architect title or those who are reachable on the DDC promotional list (exam #6501), or the open-competitive list (exam #6001) may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The Department of Design and Construction, Borough Based Jails Program (BBJ) seeks a Project Executive to assist with the construction of Borough-Based Jails facilities. The selected candidate will be responsible for the administration of the Borough Based Jail Program to affect the construction facilities throughout the City. The Project Executive will manage Borough Based Jail Program aggressive construction schedule; ensure project milestones are met; execute strategies to drive a high-profile project through the required regulatory agencies. Additional duties include: monitoring project budget, working with a team of Design Builder’s architects, engineers, and construction managers, overseeing the allocation of resources, and ensuring timely delivery of completed facilities. The selected candidate will work with other Borough Based Jails (BBJ) Program Executives to ensure adherence to contract documents and collaborate to ensure that projects remain on schedule and budget. Other key responsibilities include: working with the DDC’s senior management, and supervisors to implement tiered methodology; and understanding and supervising the construction with clear accountability for the construction teams and their staff. The Project Executive will update the BBJ team on all project-related issues and liaise with various agency interagency task forces. Significant interaction with Senior Management is required.

Please note: All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.). In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1
practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law, and is not hiring temporary employees. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.

Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dcas/downloads/pdf/employment/nyc-dcas-foreign-education-evaluation
guide.pdf .

ADMIN ARCHITECT (NON MGRL) M-1 - 1000A

Minimum Qualifications

A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six ( 6 ) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative architect.

Preferred Skills

Candidate should have excellent verbal, written, communication, and management skills experience in risk assessment and cost reduction strategies thorough knowledge of cost estimating best practices and knowledge of market conditions supervisory experience construction experience in public and private sector projects and experience in probabilistic cost estimates experience working with contractors and the ability to work collaboratively Appropriate AACEI or PMP certification is desirable but not required.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

The City of New York 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.