Project Officer

Build your career while building NYC schools!

The Construction Management Department administers all Capital projects performed in existing public school buildings and the construction of new schools. Construction Management will do so in a safe and efficient manner, working with the school and community to work efficiently, minimize the impact on the educational process while maintaining the highest standards of quality. 

Job Description Summary

Project Officer - I is responsible for managing and coordinating personnel, budget, administration and operational activities involved in all phases of assigned school construction projects, from their initial conception through completion and opening of the facility.

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

• Coordinate design and construction activities on less complex construction projects, often under the supervision and direction of senior level project officers.

• Prepare and monitor project phases, schedules and cost for planning, design and construction.

• Ensure quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, and stakeholders etc. working on the project.

• Provide ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues.

• Make decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process

• Bring critical issues to immediate attention of supervisor and work with senior level Project Officers to correct mistakes and errors in design and construction as early in the construction process as possible.

• Work with architects and engineers regarding change orders, interpretation of contract documents, shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required, ensuring a structurally sound, code compliant and aesthetic facility.

• Oversee the work of contractors to enforce contract compliance.

• Negotiate and review change order and/or supplemental agreement requests submitted by contractors and consultants for validity against scope and make recommendations to supervisors.

• Review contractors' claims and disputes, and compile contract information necessary for the adjudication of these claims.

• Performs related duties, as assigned.

Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive

*Salary:

• Appointment Rate: $94,358

• Incumbent Range: $108,512

*Subject to the provisions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, the appointment rate for any newly hired employee, or employees with less than two years of active City or SCA service, shall be 15% less than the applicable incumbent rate.

Education

Baccalaureate

Certifications (if required)

Driver License - Valid in NYS

Work Experience

Three years of full time progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; one year must involve managing all phases of construction work of a scale and scope similar to the Authority and a driver's license valid in New York State or a satisfactory combination of education and experience.

It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.

We offer exceptional benefits including:

* Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)

* Prescription Drug Options

* Dental & Vision Coverage

* NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)

* Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options

* Transit Check Program

* Public Loan Forgiveness Program

* Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits

As part of our ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, the SCA’s Learning and Development (L&D) program offers a variety of valuable benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities. Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to strengthen performance, boost engagement, and ensure our workforce is fully equipped to meet both current and future organizational goals.

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.  We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees