Project Officer II

Seneca Resources Company, LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 99,450 - 134,550; Full time

Job summary

Seneca Resources is seeking a Project Officer II in New York, NY to oversee large-scale construction projects from planning to closeout. This full-time role requires strong leadership, contract administration, budget management, and risk mitigation to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, and cost targets.

The role involves work in our Manhattan office with travel to project sites as needed. The incumbent will guide project controls, safety compliance, and stakeholder communications, mentoring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex construction projects from planning through completion.
• 10+ years coordinating contractors, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders.
• 10+ years of experience managing project budgets, schedules, and financial reporting.
• 10+ years of site inspections, safety reviews, and progress evaluations.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, practices, and regulatory standards.
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee detailed project plans for large-scale construction projects.
• Coordinate all phases of project execution, from initiation through closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor construction activities, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project impacts.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and prepare financial reports; review invoices and change orders.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project stakeholders, facilitating communication and resolving issues promptly.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and promote best practices in project management.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Contract administration

Risk mitigation

Project controls

Construction methodologies

PM software

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field

Tools

PM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position Title: Project Officer II
Location: New York, NY
Clearance Requirements: None
Pay Rate: $117,000/year

Position Description: Join a dynamic multidisciplinary architecture, engineering, construction, and management (AECM) firm with a prominent east coast presence as a Project Officer II. This full‑time, direct‑hire role offers the opportunity to oversee complex public sector construction projects from start to finish, ensuring safety, quality, and timeliness. Come work in our Manhattan office with travel to project sites as needed, and contribute to impactful infrastructure developments. Candidates should bring extensive construction project management experience, strong leadership skills, and a deep understanding of construction methodologies, contract administration, budget management, risk mitigation, and project controls. Your expertise will ensure projects are completed on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all regulations and standards. Grow your career with a company committed to excellence and professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and oversee detailed project plans for large‑scale construction projects.
• Coordinate all phases of project execution, from initiation through closeout, ensuring adherence to scope, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor construction activities, conduct site inspections, and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize project impacts.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and prepare financial reports; review invoices and change orders.
• Serve as the main point of contact for project stakeholders, facilitating communication and resolving issues promptly.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior staff and promote best practices in project management.

Top Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience managing complex construction projects from planning through completion
• 10+ years of experience coordinating contractors, engineers, consultants, and stakeholders
• 10+ years of experience managing project budgets, schedules, and financial reporting
• 10+ years of experience conducting site inspections, safety reviews, and progress evaluations
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, practices, and regulatory standards
• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Equal Opportunity Employer

Seneca Resources is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.