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