Review Vacancy
AgencyDASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $125710 to $152525 Annually
65-30 Kissena Boulevard
Duties Description Primary Purpose
The Senior Project Manager manages all aspects of complex capital construction projects and/or programs with a high degree of variables including budget, schedule, number of contracts, management approach, delivery method, level of service, phasing, multiple client programs, staffing, labor, location and site access, design and/or construction complexity, environmental issues, and other non-traditional projects.
Essential Functions
Represents the Dormitory Authority as primary liaison to customer agency.
Meets with customer agency and makes recommendations regarding project approach.
Develops and monitors project scope budget and schedule, and prepares related reports as required.
Manages and participates in the selection of design and construction consultants.
Monitors the development of project drawings, documents and specifications.
Coordinates bid advertising, reviews bids, prepares bid summary and recommends contract awards.
Assist in the drafting of design and construction contracts.
Schedules, coordinates and monitors all project activities among Dormitory Authority groups (including but not limited to State Environmental Quality Review, Quality Assurance, Procurement, Opportunity Programs Group, Finance, Legal, and Information Services), consultants, contractors, governmental agencies and other project entities through project closeout.
Conducts joint scope and job progress meetings, and delivers monthly reports as dictated by project scope.
Ensures consultant and contractor compliance with all DASNY procedures.
Manages all aspects of consultant and construction contracts including review and approval of consultant and contractor requests for payment, change orders, amendments, reduction in retainage, and extensions of schedule and contract closeout.
Coordinates consultant and contractor deliverables through thorough understanding of contract deliverables, pre-construction meetings, Construction Manager Orientations, Project Health Assessments, monthly project meetings, and contract closeout checklists.
Develops documents, prepares and maintains reports for customer agencies and DASNY management through updating of project information utilizing internal systems.
Continuously evaluates the performance of architects, engineers, contractors and construction managers utilizing internal A/E/C CM Evaluation system, and ensures all evaluations are complete at project closeout.
Supervises Assistant and Senior Assistant Project Managers, Field Representatives and administrative resources.
Ensures quality is maintained in accordance with the original intent of construction documents through coordination with construction managers/contractors and/or management of material testing and inspection consultants, review of daily field reporting, and coordination with internal quality resources.
Participate in the documentation, negotiation and settlement of claims.
Ensure the retention and maintenance of records and files both on and off-site as appropriate.
Assist in the development, administration and testing of construction-related software tools and applications.
Establish necessary procedures and monitor progress to accommodate the requirements for acquisition of Temporary Certificate of Occupancy, Temporary Approval of Occupancy, Certificate of Occupancy and Code Compliance Certificate.
Conduct surveys and inspections of existing facilities to determine design and construction defects and rehabilitation requirements.
Pursues new business opportunities with customer agencies on behalf of Dormitory Authority.
May manage and/or oversee multiple client programs over a specified geographic area.
May supervise a staff of Project Managers serving a specific campus, facility, project or geographic area.
May develop, maintain and deliver staffing needs/workload reports and forecasts to Construction Division management and manage staff assignments as required.
May assist project management staff with the development of strategies that will aid in completion of projects.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Train and evaluate employees.
Develop, document and implement procedures.
Assess, develop and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same.
Assist Management in the development of policies.
Participate in the recruitment and hiring of project and administrative staff.
Undertake special assignments as directed.
Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.
Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet)
Supervision
Supervision of employees is required.
Physical/Mental/Visual Demands
Requires frequent travel, using public transportation, rental vehicle, DASNY vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work-safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site. Requires complex and time-pressured decision-making. Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours.
Work Environment
Workstation and location vary depending on assignment. Official station may be located at a construction field site. If not, frequent site visits may be required.
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus seven years' of relevant construction industry experience plus four years’ supervisory experience; or
Associate’s degree plus fifteen years’ of relevant construction industry experience plus four years’ supervisory experience; or
High School diploma plus twenty years of relevant construction industry experience and four years supervisory experience; or
Five years’ experience as a DASNY Project Manager and four years supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction industry related field plus ten years' relevant construction industry experience with public or private projects. NYS Professional Engineers or Architects license. Minimum four years' supervisory experience of construction project managers and field staff supporting multiple projects or programs. Working knowledge and experience with construction systems (preferably Oracle Contract Manager and PMWeb, along with P6 scheduling).
Essential Skills
Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and other construction related documents.
Excellent oral and written communications skills.
Demonstrated critical thinking, analytical and conceptual skills.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to lead and/or participate in team endeavors.
Self-motivated with a demonstrated record of taking initiative.
Demonstrated management skills.
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
Comprehensive knowledge of management principles.
Demonstrated administrative experience.
Additional Comments Benefits information:
DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
Choice of several health insurance plans
Dental & vision insurance
Membership in the NYS Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
13 vacation days per year
13 sick days per year
5 days of personal leave per year
12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
Tuition reimbursement
Training & development opportunities
We offer additional benefits, which includes:
Telecommuting Work Plan - Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. The days designated as telecommute days must be consistent with operational needs as determined by DASNY division, department and/or unit management. Employees may only telecommute on up to four (4) workdays per pay period and shall be limited to no more than two (2) contiguous telecommute workdays. Eligibility applies after 3 months of employment.
Limited Work from Home (LWFH) – additional telecommute days according to DASNY’s Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.
DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Recruiting@dasny.org
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DASNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.