Job Description
Hours: Full Time- 35 Hours
Work Location: 777 Third Ave, New York, NY 10017

*Please note the selected candidate may be required to work the second shift (4 pm - 12 am)

The NYC Department of Design and Construction seeks a Senior Project Executive (Design & Construction) for its Borough Based Jails (BBJ) Division. The Sr. Project Executive will oversee all aspects of the (design and construction) process for the design-build capital program consisting of four Borough-based facilities, valued at $16 billion. The selected candidate will oversee the Program Management Consultant (PMC) firm’s (design and construction) staff and DDC (design and construction) staff, for compliance with all applicable codes, rules, and regulations of NYC/NYS’s governing agencies, including Design-Build Contractors throughout the planning, design and construction phases.
The selected candidate will provide oversight of the PMC and secure the cooperation of sponsor agencies throughout all phases of project development, and implementation of design-build excellence principles, as well as manage the development of performance specifications and contract documents for all BBJ projects, ensuring alignment with the approved Basis of Design. The Sr. Project Executive will supervise multiple BBJ project (design and construction) executives and project managers to ensure adherence to contract documents and collaborate to ensure that projects remain on schedule and on budget. Other key responsibilities include working with the Assistant Commissioner, Executive Director, Program Executives, and supervisors to implement tiered project delivery methodology.
The Sr. Project Executive must possess a thorough understanding of applicable (design and construction) best practices, including (design and construction) management principles with clear accountability for the (design and construction) teams and their staffs. In addition, the selected candidate will have extensive interaction with the Public Design Commission, Department of City Planning, Department of Buildings, and other City agencies, NY State agencies, and Community Boards, as well as multiple City Sponsor Agencies.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
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ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISOR OF B - 10035

1. Eight years of full-time experience in construction, repair, alteration and/or rehabilitation of multiple dwellings, commercial, industrial or public buildings in the capacity of general contractor, superintendent of construction, procurement specialist, evaluator responsible for cost estimation, or as a field supervisor or as an inspector, at least 18 months of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity involving responsibility for a large number of buildings; or
2. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" above. Education in an accredited college leading toward a baccalaureate degree in engineering, architecture, engineering technology or a closely related field will be accepted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years. However, all candidates must possess at least 18 months of the specialized supervisory or administrative experience described in "1" above.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of supervisory and managerial experience in the operation, design, and construction of buildings within New York City. Experience in high-rise construction, as well as the administration of both new construction and renovation work, particularly within the public sector, institutional, or commercial building environments, is strongly preferred. The candidate should demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills and a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams in complex urban projects. Familiarity with Design-Build project delivery methods, including associated processes and procedures, is highly desirable.

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 not required for this position

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.