Construction Project Manager

AECOM is seeking a Construction Management Project Officer to be based in New York, NY. Will operate directly with the NYC SCA on projects related to schools throughout New York City and the surrounding boroughs. Will oversee, as the SCA’s on-site representative, various construction projects in various stages of development.

Responsibilities:

• 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 decisions and take action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process.
• Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects.
• Prepare and/or ensure the preparation of schedules for planning, design, and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that the project is completed on schedule and within the 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 and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff.
• Collaborate 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.