Project Officer

Jobtailor; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Project Officer to administer and coordinate complex design and construction projects under the guidance of a senior SCA Project Officer. You will help ensure quality and compliance across design teams, consultants, and vendors, and play a key role in expediting schedules and managing relationships with contractors and school staff.

The role requires a baccalaureate degree, five years of technical construction experience (two years at modern size projects), and a valid New

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university.
• Five (5) years of full time progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in construction/design; two (2) years must involve managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA.
• A driver’s license valid in New York State.

Responsibilities

• Provide administration and coordination of activities for design and construction of complex projects under guidance of senior SCA Project Officer.
• Ensure quality and compliance in design and construction by all consultants and vendors.
• Make timely decisions to expedite completion of construction processes and resolve design/field issues.
• Review change orders, contract documents, and shop drawings to ensure a sound, code-compliant facility.
• Maintain interface with contractors, school personnel, and senior officers on project issues.
• Assist in developing and issuing project procedures and SCA-wide policies.

Skills

Project Administration

Construction Management

Schedule Monitoring

Contract Compliance

Technical Problem Solving

Decision Making

Leadership

Education

Baccalaureate Degree

Job description

• Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of the more complex and/or highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior level SCA Project Officer
• Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
• Make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process
• Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible.
• Responsibilities are varied and include coordinative problem solving and managerial functions of these projects
• Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations
• Provide ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues; routinely interact with SCA senior managers on such matters
• Participate in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; review and make recommendations on SCA-wide procedures and policies
• Provide guidance and advice to lower level Project Officers
• Resolve issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff
• Work with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility. Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance. Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default
• Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and have the authority to negotiate with contractors and commit the SCA’s resources on such change orders
• Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action. Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims
• Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties
• Perform other related tasks

Requirements

• Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited college or university
• Five (5) years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two (2) years must involve managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA
• A driver’s license valid in New York State
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in project administration and coordination for complex construction projects, ensuring compliance with design standards and effective problem-solving. Capable of managing schedules, making timely decisions, and providing guidance to project teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Project Administration
• Construction Management
• Schedule Monitoring
• Contract Compliance
• Technical Problem Solving

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Construction Design
• Project Scheduling
• Change Order Management
• Contract Documentation
• Field Report Analysis

Soft Skills

• Decision Making
• Interpersonal Communication
• Leadership
• Problem Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree
• Valid New York State Driver's License

Industry Keywords

• Construction Projects
• Design Standards
• Compliance
• Project Procedures
• Architectural Coordination