DASNY (Dormitory Authority - State of New York ) · 3 weeks ago
Project Manager - South Central Region
New York, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$99K/yr - $124K/yr
5+ years expDASNY (Dormitory Authority - State of New York) is responsible for providing financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions serving the public good. The Project Manager will manage all aspects of construction projects, serving as the primary liaison to client agencies while ensuring compliance with DASNY procedures and maintaining project quality.
ConstructionFinancial ServicesGovernment
Responsibilities
Represent DASNY as primary liaison to client agency
Meet with client agency and make recommendations regarding project approach
Develop and monitor project scope budget and schedule and prepare related reports as required
Manage and participate in the selection of design and construction consultants
Monitor the development of project drawings, documents, and specifications
Coordinate bid advertising, review bids, prepare bid summary and recommend contract awards
Assist in the drafting of design and construction contracts
Schedule, coordinate and monitor all project activities among applicable DASNY staff/units, consultants, contractors, governmental agencies, and other project entities through project closeout
Conduct joint scope and job progress meetings and deliver monthly reports as dictated by project scope
Ensure consultant and contractor compliance with all DASNY procedures
Manage all aspects of consultant and construction contracts including review and approval of consultant and contractor requests for payment, change orders, amendments, reduction in retainage, extensions of schedule and contract closeout
Oversee consultant and contractor deliverables through thorough understanding of contract deliverables, pre-construction meetings, construction manager orientations, project health assessments, monthly project meetings, and contract closeout checklists
Develop documents, prepare, and maintain reports for client agencies and DASNY management through updating of project information utilizing internal systems
Continuously evaluate the performance of architects, engineers, contractors, and construction managers utilizing internal A/E/C CM evaluation system, and ensure all evaluations are complete at project closeout
Supervise field staff including assigning, managing, and prioritizing workload and allocating work among staff
Ensure quality is maintained in accordance with the original intent of construction documents through coordination with construction managers/contractors and/or management of material testing and inspection consultants, review of daily field reporting, and coordination with internal quality resources
Participate in the documentation, negotiation, and settlement of claims
Ensure the retention and maintenance of records and files both on and off-site as appropriate
Assist in the development, administration and testing of construction-related software tools and applications
Establish necessary procedures and monitor progress to accommodate the requirements for acquisition of Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, Temporary Approval of Occupancy, Certificate of Occupancy and Code Compliance Certificate
Conduct surveys and inspections of existing facilities to determine design and construction defects and rehabilitation requirements
Pursue new business opportunities with client agencies on behalf of DASNY
Train and evaluate employees
Develop, document, and implement procedures
Assess, develop, and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same
Assist management in the development of policies
Undertake special assignments as directed
Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies
Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Information Technology Services
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree plus five years of relevant construction industry experience and two years of supervisory experience or successful completion of designated supervisory training during probation
Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents
Excellent oral and written communications skills
Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment
Proficiency in PC applications, such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint
Demonstrated ability to lead and/or participate in team endeavors
Demonstrated record of taking initiative
Demonstrated management skills
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills
Basic knowledge of management principles
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction industry related field plus five years' experience as a DASNY Senior Assistant Project Manager
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction industry related field plus five years' experience as a DASNY Field Representative (grade 3 D schedule/grade 4 D-1 schedule)
Bachelor's degree in construction industry related field plus ten years relevant construction industry experience with public or private projects
NYS Professional Engineer or Architect license
Minimum two years supervisory experience
PC applications and construction systems experience (preferably Oracle Contract Manager and PMWeb, along with P6 scheduling)
Benefits
Choice of several health insurance plans
Dental & vision insurance
Membership in the NYS Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
13 vacation days per year
13 sick days per year
5 days of personal leave per year
12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
Tuition reimbursement
Training & development opportunities
Limited Work from Home (LWFH) – additional telecommute days according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.
DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments.
Company
DASNY (Dormitory Authority - State of New York )
DASNY is New York State's facilities finance and construction authority.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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