Senior Project Manager: Housing Construction Lead

Providence Housing Authority; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 84,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Housing Authority seeks a facilities project manager to oversee operation, modernization, and repair of PH A properties. You will monitor construction, ensure safety and code compliance, and coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors.

The role requires a four-year degree in Engineering, Building Science or Construction Technology and eight years of related experience, with strong budgeting and contract management skills.

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree from an accredited college or university with a major in Engineering, Building Science or Construction Technology. Related experience may substitute for up to two years of education at a ratio of 3 years’ experience for 1 year of education.
• Eight years work experience in a public or private organization in administrative, planning, design or construction activity related to residential or multifamily housing or general construction, required.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical assistance and coordinates modernization activities related to major systems including but not limited to: elevators, generators, fire alarms, sprinklers, fire pumps, card access, building security, video surveillance, HVAC and Life Safety
• Prepares bid documents and specifications and administers the bid process for the modernization and repair of Authority-owned buildings and grounds
• Inspects construction work to insure compliance with plans and specifications
• Provides cost estimates as needed using published estimating guides
• Prepares change orders and contract amendments
• Reviews and approves invoices for payment from contractors, suppliers and consultants
• Reviews, evaluates and determines adequacy of shop drawings, samples, certificates of compliance, laboratory analyses, paint certifications and other submittals and data
• Evaluates technical data pertaining to materials, equipment, proposals for changes in work or materials or for modifications or methods of installation submitted by contractors
• Performs final inspection and approves final acceptance of contract work
• Prepares, monitors and coordinates design consultant and construction contracts
• Collects data and acts as liaison on designated projects with utility providers including but not limited to the Providence Water Supply Board, Narragansett Electric and New England Gas Company
• Attends meetings as needed
• Reviews zoning and planning documents related to proposed activities at or near PHA owned facilities
• Monitors compliance of construction with local building codes and zoning ordinances
• Inspects construction projects and attends meetings at construction sites
• Provides input for the Monthly Management Report

Skills

Construction management

Project coordination

Contract negotiation

Budgeting

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Building Science or Construction Technology

Job description

Providence Housing Authority seeks a facilities project manager to oversee operation, modernization, and repair of PH A properties. You will monitor construction, ensure safety and code compliance, and coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors.

The role requires a four-year degree in Engineering, Building Science or Construction Technology and eight years of related experience, with strong budgeting and contract management skills.