Under the supervision of the Deputy Director and Supervisors, will be responsible for working with construction professionals engaged in monitoring the completion of HPD-assisted new construction projects. Perform field work and assist in monitoring the construction progress of multiple projects simultaneously and assure work is completed in a cost-effective and timely manner, and in accordance with the approved contract documents and all applicable City, State, and Federal design and construction codes and regulations.

Responsible for performing construction management work and overseeing or assisting in the oversight of the rehabilitation and/or new construction of multi-family projects located within the five boroughs of New York City.

- Knowledge of construction contracts and documents, scheduling, site safety, cost and controls.

- Perform difficult technical work in determining the need for and feasibility of construction work and monitor private contractors/vendors carrying out new construction, rehabilitation, repairs, alterations, and/or structural maintenance work.

- Manage and oversee the progress of construction for a portfolio of projects in New Construction Programs.

This position will also require:
1. Thorough knowledge in all areas of design and construction, including City, State, and Federal regulations and procedures, and means and methods for new construction of multi-family housing.
2. Knowledge of construction contracts and documents, scheduling, site safety, cost and controls.
3. Excellent trade base knowledge and familiarity with New York City government and housing issues.
4. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, negotiate with diverse technical specialists, apply independent judgment in technical matters, take initiative, and work effectively with others.
5. Excellent leadership, technical writing, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
6. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, coordinate multiple projects at one time, and deal with complex construction issues.
7. Ability to read and understand construction documents, plans, scopes of work, and specifications. Self-discipline and ability to achieve results on time.
8. Very good communication skills and “team player” attitude.

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years of satisfactory, full-time experience in the following: management of residential, commercial, industrial, or waterfront properties, including both renting and operating; or site management or tenant relocation activities in connection with housing or with reconstruction/rehabilitation projects. Such experience must include at least one year of experience supervising other real estate management agents; or

2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and two years of experience described in "1" above, including the one year of experience supervising other real estate management agents; or

3. A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have the one year of experience supervising other real estate management agents. Education may be substituted for experience on the basis of 60 semester college credits for one year of acceptable experience.

To be acceptable, experience in property management must have included both renting and operating the managed properties. Experience in renting must have included interviewing prospective tenants, qualifying tenants' income and background, and/or
assuring that vacancies are ready for occupancy. Experience in operating must have included overseeing maintenance and repair of building operating systems, and overseeing staff to assure that necessary work is properly completed.

To be acceptable, experience in site management must have included on-site rental and maintenance of buildings. To be acceptable, experience in relocation must have included negotiation with tenants to surrender leases for cash consideration or for an alternative
site, and determining tenant eligibility for benefits.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.