Project Manager - Level 1, 2 or 3 (Temporary to Permanent)

GENERAL DUTIES

Oversees one or more aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the design and construction of capital building projects and specialized construction at a Campus or University setting. Manages projects for renovation and/or maintenance of existing facilities.

• Develops quality standards and monitors performance
• Incorporates University procedures and standards such as safety and CUNY design standards
• Maintains compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and CUNY standards
• Applies project management procedures and standards using appropriate methods and technologies
• Communicates effectively with all project participants
• Meets standards for performance (time, cost quality)
• Enters, maintains, and accesses information in computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order systems, inventory and timekeeping systems, and financial systems of various kinds
• Performs work indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and working in close spaces as necessary to advance project(s)
• Work may require driving to work locations

This position is in CUNY's Classified Civil Service. The full specification is available on our web site at http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ohrm/hros/classification/ccsjobs.html

CONTRACT TITLE

Construction Project Manager

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Brooklyn College seeks a temporary to permanent Level 1, 2 or 3 Project Manager. Reporting to the Director of Facilities Planning, the Project Manager will play a key role in supporting and/or leading sustainability and Bond Act-funded capital projects for the College. Depending on experience and classification level, the Project Manager may coordinate day-to-day activities, oversee project execution, or manage complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.

Level 1 - Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Arranges and participates in project meetings, activities and inspections and works with contractors and vendors and reports to management to ensure any important issues are addressed.
• Functions as an Expediter, completes the required project documentation, obtains the proper licenses and certificates and assists in dealings with the NYC Department of Buildings, along with other agencies.
• Enters, maintains, and accesses information on computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order, inventory and/or CUNYfirst.
• Maintains and collects information on vendors activities, time spent, tasks performed and billing information.
• Performs work throughout the campus, whether indoor or outdoor.

Level 2 - In addition to the duties at level 1, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintaining current knowledge with of technological and regulatory developments in environmental sustainability and facilities management.
• Liaising with government/city and regulatory agencies to ensure projects meet compliance.
• Point person to coordinate planning, design and construction with all sustainability consultants with campus stakeholders best practices to meet sustainability.
• Collaborating with various departments to incorporate sustainability projects, waste management and operational policies.
• Reviews the projects' schedules, compares them with the plans and reports all issues and findings to management.

Level 3 - In addition to the duties at level 1 and 2, responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manages design, planning, operations of NYS sustainable construction and energy practices.
• Develops comprehensive sustainability programs that align with NY Governor mandates.
• Works with campus stakeholders to develop project scopes which to meet sustainability requirements.
• Manages, plans, coordinates and advises on complex capital projects, such as determining requirements, preparing design specifications, and analyzing documentation.
• Develops and assigns projects' budget, scope, time taken and adjusts accordingly.
• Negotiates project plans and executes change orders.
• Participates in the consultant selection and contracting process.
• Ensures that quality safety standards, laws and CUNY Central procedures are met, by inspecting projects, their status and collecting project data.
• Directs and communicates with internal and external staff to ensure project goals are met.

The full specification is available on our web site at https://www.cuny.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/4/page-assets/about/administration/offices/hr/classified-civil-service/classified-civil-service-job-descriptions/ProjectManager04819RevisedSpecification8262013.pdf.

All applicants must have taken the civil service exam for Project Manager (CUNY), Exam# 2089. Applicants selected for this position will be required to show proof that they took the exam.

Continued employment is contingent upon taking and passing the appropriate civil service examination when it is offered and score high enough to be reachable on the civil service list. When a civil service list is established, the College is required to make probable permanent appointments from the certified list to fill all positions including those held by provisional and/or temporary employees. For more information, visit https://www.cuny.edu/employment/civil-service/.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A four-year high school diploma and six years of experience, in one or more of the following:

• Planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupies by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

Substitutions:

• Associates degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture with four (4) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
• A Baccalaureate degree in engineering, landscape architecture or a related field with two (2) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
• A Baccalaureate degree in architecture with 1 year of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

Knowledge of English language (spoken, written, read) sufficient to carry out the activities described in this specification

A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some positions.

There are three assignment levels within this class of positions.

Additional Requirements for Level 2:

To be appointed at Level 2: candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in one of the following:

• Supervision of employees within a construction project
• Supervision of a construction project

Additional Requirements for Level 3:

To be appointed at Level 3: candidates must have at least one year of experience above and beyond Level 2 (i.e., a total of two additional years' experience in project and/or personnel supervision).

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred

• Understanding and working knowledge of environmental laws and compliance requirements.
• Project experience with green roof installation, solar panels, geothermal borings for alternative heating source, zero-emission charging station.
• Working experience with state, city and federal agencies such as NYSERDA, NYPA, DEC, DOB, FDNY, DOT, etc.

COMPENSATION

Level 1: $74,291** (New Hire), $83,947 (Incumbent);

Level 2: $91,846** (New Hire), $103,785 (Incumbent);

Level 3: $109,275** (New Hire), $123,483 (Incumbent);

**For new hires to CUNY classified civil service positions, this amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.