Senior Project Manager

Housing Authority of the City of Danbury; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Project Manager at Housing Authority of the City of Danbury oversees redevelopment, modernization, and new construction projects funded from private, federal, state, and local sources. Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling, procurement oversight, coordination with consultants and agencies, and ensuring projects meet budgets, schedules, and quality standards.

The role requires strong leadership, construction management knowledge, and adherence to agency policies, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 Construction Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Identify funding opportunities for redevelopment and construction projects.
• Develop project budgets and cost estimates with Agency consultants.
• Manage budget status and identify potential issues throughout the project life cycle.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive pre-construction and project schedules.
• Oversee procurement requirements, including selection of the Architect and General Contractor.
• Review environmental site assessments, hazmat surveys and similar third-party studies.
• Coordinate with external agencies as needed and participate in Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings.
• Assist with relocation plans and visit construction sites to monitor progress.
• Maintain project reporting, including field inspection reports and cost tracking.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field

Job description

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for overseeing and coordinating project management for redevelopment, modernization, and new construction projects funded through a variety of private, federal, state, and local sources, including Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Project Manager(s) report directly to the Senior Project Manager, who provides leadership, supervision, and guidance to ensure projects are managed effectively and in accordance with Agency standards. The Senior Project Manager oversees the day-to-day planning, design, and implementation of complex development projects with assistance from specialized consultants, Project Managers, and Agency staff. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a comprehensive understanding of construction management principles to ensure policies and procedures are followed, goals and objectives are achieved, and projects are completed efficiently, effectively, on schedule, and within approved budgets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct funding research opportunities and innovative ideas relating to the funding of redevelopment, modernization and/or new construction projects.
• Develop project budgets and cost estimates in collaboration with Agency consultants.
• Manage budget status of projects throughout the project life cycle, proactively identify potential issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive pre-construction and project schedules.
• Oversee and assist with procurement requirements, including the selection of the Architect and General Contractor.
• Oversee and review environmental site assessments, hazmat surveys and similar third-party studies.
• Oversee design development, ensuring cost efficiencies and alignment with project goals.
• Coordinate with external agencies, such as the Buildings Department and Environmental Protection Department as needed.
• Submit Zoning and Planning permit applications in collaboration with Architect and General Contractor and oversee land use process.
• Participate in all Owner-Architect-Contractor meetings to proactively identify and resolve issues that could impact cost, schedule or quality.
• Assist with relocation plan.
• Visit construction sites regularly to inspect and monitor progress.
• Manage project reporting, including field inspection reports, progress updates, cost tracking and communication with all parties involved.
• Review, approve and transmit pay applications to the finance department.
• Review and approve change orders with Architect and General Contractor.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with prevailing wage requirements along with Section 3 requirements is applicable.
• Manage timely closeout of projects including full documentation and final payments.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field preferred.
• OSHA 10 & OSHA 30 Construction Certification required.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record required.