Project Officer II School Construction
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Armand Corporation an award-winning M/WBE Construction Management firm celebrating over 33 years in the industry is seeking a full-timeProject Officer Level IIwith construction experience in theNew York NYarea.
The ideal candidate hasat least 5 yearsof experience as a project manager in the field of construction with at least2 yearsinvolved in managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA and resides in New York NY or the surrounding area.
If selected candidates will need to provide digital proof of licensure and certification for all U.S.-based accolades including academic degree before time of interview. Information provided is handled with discretion and will be used purely for benefit of employment with various government agency clients and associated background checks.
This position will be full-time On-site inNew York NY.
Responsibilitiesinclude but are not limited to the following:
- Provide the administration and coordination of activities for the design and construction of the more complex and/or highly visible construction and modernization projects under the guidance of a senior level SCA Project Officer..
- Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants vendors etc.
- Make all relevant decisions and take appropriate actions in a timely manner to expedite the satisfactory completion of the construction process.
- Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible.
Dutiesinclude but are not limited to the following:
- Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning design and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations.
- Provide ongoing interface with contractors construction managers local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues; routinely interact with SCA senior managers on such matters.
- Participate in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; review and make recommendations on SCA-wide procedures and policies.
- Provide guidance and advice to lower level Project Officers.
- Resolve issues raised in field reports made by architects technical inspectors and construction management staff.
- Work with architect/engineer of record regarding change orders interpretation of contract documents shop drawing submittals/approvals and other technical matters as required to ensure a structurally sound code compliant and aesthetic facility.
- Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance. Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms including default.
- Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and have the authority to negotiate with contractors and commit the SCAs resources on such change orders
- Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action. Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims.
- Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties.
- performs additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in construction engineering architecture or a related field is required.
- Five or moreyears of fulltime experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields with at leasttwo years must have been involved managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office MS Project Adobe Acrobat) required.Additional experience withBluebeam Procore Adobe Acrobat and other relevant construction software stronglypreferred.
- Fluent in English with strong verbal/written communication skills
- Willingness to travel on-site across New York NY. Valid drivers license required.
Armand Corporation offers competitive salaries and a full benefit package including health vision dental and life insurance; 401K plan; paid holidays; paid volunteer days; and paid time off. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Construction Experience
- Intellectual Property Law
- Renovation
- Research Experience
- Joint Operations
- Relationship Management
- System Testing
- Economic Development
- Exercise Planning
- Program Development
- Project Implementation
- Contracts
About Company
Armand Corporation takes responsibility for realizing dreams, rebuilding hope, and restoring faith in communities across America. Our acute expertise and process in construction and program management derive from specialized services tailored to specifics that bring out the best in ou ... View more
