Senior Field Representative - Hunter College
Dasny (Dormitory Authority - State Of New York )
Oversee construction projects, ensure compliance, manage staff, budgets, and schedules.
17 days ago ago
Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Field
Company Size
500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction
Finance
Project Management
Public Finance
Design
Procurement
Environmental Affairs
Code Compliance
Sector Specialisms
Architecture
Electrical
Elevator Rehabilitation
Engineering
Environmental Services
Fire Alarm Upgrade
Furniture Installation
General Construction
Role
What you would be doing
construction monitoring
quality assurance
testing commissioning
schedule review
budget estimation
client liaison
- Continuously evaluate the performance of architects, engineers, contractors, and construction managers.
- May provide service to multiple client agencies over a specified geographic area.
- Coordinate the work of all trades.
- Maintain liaison with customer agencies and assist in the resolution of issues where appropriate.
- Prepare, evaluate, and make recommendations to Project Manager related to change order proposals.
- Read, interpret, and comprehend contract plans, specifications, addenda, bidding documents, contracts and other related materials and recommend approaches to resolving issues to the Project Manager.
- Assist in the development, documentation and implementation of procedures and internal controls.
- Develop and maintain records for the project and/or program including contract documents, files, logs, lists and other records, and utilize DASNY’s project management/reporting systems for recording all project activities.
- Monitor and observe construction, installation, and testing of building systems and technology, operation, and maintenance of buildings and/or facilities on a daily basis ensuring compliance with construction documents.
- Interact with client agency and make recommendations regarding project approach.
- Consult with code enforcement agencies regarding the interpretation and application of building codes and regulations.
- Manage assigned projects under the direction of the Project Manager.
- Develop, document, and implement procedures.
- Review and monitor project schedule; report observations and make related recommendations to Project Manager.
- Ensure quality is maintained in accordance with the original intent of construction documents through coordination with design consultants/construction managers/contractors and/or management of material testing and inspection consultants, review of daily field reporting, and coordination with internal quality resources.
- May supervise, train, and evaluate a staff of Field Representatives and/or administrative staff serving a specific campus, facility, project, or geographic area.
- Schedule and supervise required testing and commissioning and monitor results.
- Conduct and/or attend joint scope, job, progress, and coordination meetings.
- Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.
- Estimate costs and monitor the project budget, making recommendations to the Project Manager as needed.
- Conduct or participate in mechanical, electrical, and structural quality assurance field inspections.
- Ensure consultant and contractor compliance with all DASNY procedures.
- Review consultant and contractor progress payments.
- Assist in the evaluation of claims and make recommendations to Project Manager.
- Assist management in the development of policies.
- Coordinate 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.
- Train and evaluate employees.
- Assess, develop, and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same.
- Ensure compliance with contract provisions and the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants.
- Prepare notes and minutes of meetings and coordinate the associated follow-up.
- Utilize project data to prepare status reports and other specialized reports.
- Schedule, coordinate and monitor project activities among applicable DASNY staff/units, consultants, contractors, governmental agencies, and other project entities through project closeout.
- Conduct surveys and inspections of existing and potential DASNY facilities to determine design and construction deficiencies and to determine rehabilitation requirements.
- Represent DASNY as liaison to client agency.
- Review bid advertisements, prepare bid summaries, review bidder qualifications, and recommend construction contract awards to Procurement.
What you bring
microsoft office
construction experience
team leadership
communication
management
analytical
- Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Information Technology Services. (Standards can be found on the Intranet)
- Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint.
- Demonstrated construction field experience including sequencing and installation of work.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
- Ability to lead and/or participate in team endeavors.
- Demonstrated ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills.
- Demonstrated record of taking initiative.
- Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
- Basic knowledge of management principles.
- Demonstrated management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
- Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.
- Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- 13 vacation days per year
- 5 days of personal leave per year
- Membership in the NYS Retirement System
- 12 paid holidays per year
- 13 sick days per year
- Training & development opportunities
- Choice of several health insurance plans
- Dental & vision insurance
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1944
Historical Milestone
Began operations to build dormitories for State Teachers’ Colleges, laying the foundation for its growth.
$47B in Debt
Financial Impact
Issued over $47 billion in debt to finance public and nonprofit projects across New York.
1,000+ Projects
Active Assignments
Oversees a large portfolio of projects, balancing speed and fiscal responsibility.
- It leveraged legislative authority to raise hundreds of millions annually in tax-exempt bonds, bypassing voter referendums.
- By the 1960s–80s, it expanded beyond dorms, taking on hospitals, courts, and nonprofit facilities.
- Today, it handles complex projects such as lab and library construction, psychiatric centers, and courtrooms.
- Its operations include in-house finance teams, legal counsel, design specialists, and construction experts for end-to-end delivery.
- The authority has issued debt totaling $32 billion for government, $10 billion for colleges, and $5 billion for healthcare.
- It is known for its ability to scale infrastructure while managing a significant workload efficiently.
29 LEED
Accredited Professionals
Maintains a team of 29 LEED-Accredited Professionals to support certification processes.
10.5% Energy
2015 Achievement
Reduced energy use by 10.5% across owned facilities, earning BuildSmart NY’s “Super Saver of the Year” award.
26.75% MWBE
2015 Project Requirement
A significant 26.75% of vendors in 2015 projects were MWBEs, reflecting a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Finances and constructs sustainable and resilient science, health, and education institutions.
- Employs design-build delivery for efficient, high‑quality project execution.
28 LEED Projects
LEED Certifications
Achieved LEED certification across 28 projects, showcasing commitment to sustainable construction.
33 Employees Trained
Energy Code Training
Trained employees to meet New York's greenhouse gas reduction targets.
2040 Zero-Carbon
Retrofit Goals
Initiated a zero-carbon retrofit project scheduled for completion by 2040.
$113 Million Bonds
Sustainability Funding
Issued bonds to support Net Zero Carbon and energy retrofit initiatives.
- Supports clients through energy master planning, performance contracting, and conservation measures.
- All construction projects are identified for sustainable opportunities and tracked toward LEED certification.
557 Staff
Professional Count
A staffing level of 557 people in project management and construction domains.
26.75% MWBE
Minority Procurement
26.75% participation from Minority and Women Business Enterprises in project spend.
- Governed by an 11‑member board with appointments by Governor, Legislature, and ex‑officio roles
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