Senior Project Manager, Design & Construction

Nycedc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 84,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision and hearing benefits

Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

NYCEDC is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead full lifecycle design and construction across city real estate assets. You will handle capital planning, design coordination, and construction execution for new construction, renovations, and public open spaces, coordinating with architects, engineers, planners, and construction professionals.

The role requires strong project management, budgeting, and communication skills, with a focus on delivering sustainable design and maintaining schedules

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, urban planning, construction management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills; able to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Experience with construction management software and scheduling software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital plans and project budgets across NYCEDC’s asset portfolio.
• Coordinate with AMPM and PropOps teams to align projects with policies and tenant needs.
• Manage development phases, including procurement of architecture, engineering, and construction teams; ensure regulatory approvals.
• Maintain scope, cost, and schedule controls; ensure thorough project reporting and documentation.
• Implement record‑keeping systems that adhere to NYCEDC policy and support transparency.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multi-project coordination

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or related field

Tools

Construction management software

Scheduling software

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview

NYCEDC's Asset Management Design & Construction (AMDC) team helps deliver capital projects that improve and preserve New York City's public assets. AMDC manages the planning, design, and construction of a diverse portfolio across all five boroughs, including industrial and commercial facilities, waterfront properties, cruise terminals, and public markets. Working with a multidisciplinary team of architects, engineers, planners, and construction professionals, you will help deliver projects that support the city's infrastructure and economic growth.

The Senior Project Manager (SPM) leads the full lifecycle of design and construction projects across NYCEDC's real estate assets, with responsibility for capital planning, design coordination, and construction execution across new construction, renovations, major infrastructure, and public open space development.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Capital Planning

• Manage capital plans and project budgets across NYCEDC’s asset portfolio, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fiscal responsibility.

Asset Development

• Collaborate with the Asset Management Portfolio Management (AMPM) team to align projects with current policies, market demands, and tenant needs.
• Partner with the Asset Management Property Operations (PropOps) team to integrate operational and maintenance considerations from project inception through completion.
• Oversee all development phases, including procurement of architecture, engineering, and construction teams, conducting thorough existing conditions assessments, feasibility studies, budgeting, and securing regulatory approvals.
• Maintain scope, cost, and schedule controls; ensuring accurate project reporting and documentation throughout the lifecycle.
• Implement effective record‑keeping systems that adhere to NYCEDC policy and support transparency and accountability.

Project Execution

• Deliver innovative and sustainable design projects that reflect best practices and forward‑thinking solutions.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including consultants, construction managers, governmental agencies, and community organizations.
• Manage project quality, timelines, budgets, and deliverables to meet NYCEDC standards.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks using a proactive, risk‑based management approach.

Interdepartmental Coordination

• Collaborate across NYCEDC departments on initiatives that extend beyond Asset Management.
• Keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the project lifecycle.
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization, tailoring messaging to diverse audiences.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Urban Planning, Construction Management, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of professional experience in architecture, engineering, urban planning, construction management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Analytical thinker with a proven ability to troubleshoot and anticipate project challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Experience with construction management software and scheduling software preferred.
• Clear and effective written and verbal communicator.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Solid understanding of budgeting and cost analysis.
• Actively pursuing professional registration (PE, RA, AICP, PMP, etc.) preferred.
• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.

Salary Range

$84,000 — $86,000 USD

Benefits

• Generous employer subsidized health insurance
• Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Vision and hearing benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
• Short term and long-term disability coverage
• 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
• Up to 25 vacation days
• Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
• Parental leave—up to 20 paid weeks
• Retirement savings programs
  • Company‑paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
  • 457(b) tax‑advantaged retirement savings plan
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Continuing education and professional development
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• College savings plan
• Backup childcare
• Gym membership discounts
• A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
• Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more

Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.

The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.

For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.