Senior Project Manager @ New York City Economic Development Corporation

Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses. 

Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.

NYCEDC’s Capital Program is responsible for channeling New York City’s capital budget investments into design and construction projects that advance the City’s economic development. The Capital Program’s staff consists of design and construction professionals; administrative staff; and project support analysts who work together to provide physical infrastructure, facilities, and amenities. We work to strengthen the City’s competitive position through the implementation of a wide variety of municipal construction projects.

Position Overview: A Senior Project Manager (SPM) in the Capital Program Department (CAP) will be responsible for the implementation of a design and construction portfolio of 6-10 active capital projects with a total project value of approximately $100 million+.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Design & Construction:

Serves as prime contact on contracts or projects through all phases of development, from procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction team to existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, estimating and budgeting, schematic design through construction documentation, regulatory submissions, bidding, construction, and project close-out.
Collaborates effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
Communicates effectively and independently across all levels of the corporation.
Creates, builds, and develops interpersonal relationships.
Effectively manages a variety of work to required standards of quality, quantity, and timeliness
Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery which includes identifying project risk, forecasting project risk and appropriately mitigating project risk.
Lead and influence project teams to achieve desired outcomes.
Prioritizes work and delegates, as necessary.
Continuing Education in the fields of Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and/or Urban Planning
Knowledge of industry standards

Interdepartmental Coordination:

Contributes to the completion of specific projects
Correctly interpret and apply NYCEDC policies and procedures.
Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor’s or equivalent degree required in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban planning, or related field.
Preferably working towards professional registration (PE, RA, RIA, AICP, CUD, CCM. PMP)
3-5+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner’s representation, or a related field
Strong project management abilities
Strong computer, written and verbal skills.
Proficiency and experience with scheduling software preferred
Valid driver’s license preferred
Cover letters are strongly encouraged and will be reviewed by the hiring team for consideration
New York City residence is required within 180 days of hire

Salary Range

$80,000—$82,000 USD

About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.

NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:

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, Student Loan Servicing tools, 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.

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