Project Officer Associate

WSP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA in New York City seeks a Project Officer Associate to join the on-site team supporting the NYC School Construction Authority (SCA). You will assist in oversight of construction projects, coordinating with plan examiners and consultants to ensure code compliance and timely delivery.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Architecture, NYS driver’s license, and at least 6 months in construction. Travel across NYC and on-site presence are expected, with a strong emphasis on safety and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited college or university.
• A driver's license valid in New York State.
• Six (6) months of experience working in the construction industry or equivalent.
• Ability to exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Ability to uphold workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Working knowledge/literacy of standard computer systems (e.g. Excel, Word).

Responsibilities

• Review documents submitted for city-required building and other permits for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide support to permit applicants in completing the filing procedure with various City agencies.
• Deliver documents to various city agencies for data entry, review and/or approval.
• Work closely with Plan Examiners in reviewing documents for City Building Code and for guaranteeing code compliance.
• Research existing building status from City records at various agencies.
• Support senior project officers in ensuring the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
• Perform any other related tasks necessary to support supervisors or SCA personnel in order to ensure the successful completion of construction projects.

Skills

Driver's license

Construction industry experience

Code of Conduct adherence

Safety policies compliance

Excel

Word

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

This Opportunity

WSP USA is initiating a search for a Project Officer Associate in New York City (all 5 boroughs) supporting our client, NYC School Construction Authority (SCA). The successful candidate will report to senior-level project officers and perform a broad range of construction management-related technical tasks in a supportive role to assist in the oversight of various construction projects in various stages of development as part of the SCA's on-site team.

Your Impact

Responsibilities:

• Review documents submitted for city-required building and other permits for completeness and accuracy.
• Provide support to permit applicants in completing the filing procedure with various City agencies.
• Deliver documents to various city agencies for data entry, review and/or approval.
• Work closely with Plan Examiners in reviewing documents for City Building Code and for guaranteeing code compliance.
• Research existing building status from City records at various agencies.
• Support senior project officers in ensuring the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
• Perform any other related tasks necessary to support supervisors or SCA personnel in order to ensure the successful completion of construction projects.

Duties:

• Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties.
• Perform other related tasks as may be required by the SCA.
• Provide after hours/night coverage for emergency coordination as needed.
• Provide weekend coverage as needed
• Travel throughout New York City is required; a vehicle will be necessary with a valid driver’s license.

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture from an accredited college or university
• A driver's license valid in New York State.
• Six (6) months of experience working in the construction industry or equivalent
• Ability to exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Ability to uphold workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Working knowledge/literacy of standard computer systems (e.g. Excel, Word).

Compensation and Benefits:

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and retirement savings focused on a providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career.

Expected Salary: $74,200 - $80,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that the company in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities in addition to internal equity and geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.

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