Project Officer II - School Construction
Armand Corp
Manage design and construction of complex, high‑visibility school projects in NY
11 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Onsite
Company Size
94 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction Management at Risk
Construction Management as Agent
Program Management
Design‑Build
Augmented/Contingent Staffing
Sector Specialisms
Multi-family Housing
Education
Transportation
Utilities
Disaster Recovery
Community Regeneration
Urban Revitalization
Public Buildings
Role
What you would be doing
project coordination
quality assurance
change orders
scheduling
claims review
shop drawings
- Make all relevant decisions and take appropriate actions in a timely manner to expedite the satisfactory completion of the construction process.
- 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..
- 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.
- Issue field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance. Advise senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default.
- Ensure the quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.
- Use independent judgment to make on-site change order decisions and have the authority to negotiate with contractors and commit the SCA’s resources on such change orders
- Work 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.
- 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.
- Correct mistakes and errors in design and construction before they can be extensively incorporated into the project or as early in the construction process as possible.
- Make decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects. Prepare and/or ensure preparation of schedules for planning, design and construction. Monitor schedules and take appropriate actions to ensure that project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations.
- Review contractors claims or disputed work and advise senior management as to appropriate action. Compile contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims.
- Resolve issues raised in field reports made by architects, technical inspectors, and construction management staff.
- Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties.
What you bring
5+ years
bachelor's
driver's license
ms office
bluebeam
communication
- Five or more years of fulltime experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields, with at least two years must have been involved managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA.
- Bachelor’s degree in construction, engineering, architecture or a related field is required.
- Willingness to travel on-site across New York, NY. Valid driver's license required.
- Strong computer skills (MS Office, MS Project, Adobe Acrobat) required. Additional experience with Bluebeam, Procore, Adobe Acrobat, and other relevant construction software strongly preferred.
- Fluent in English with strong verbal/written communication skills
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Company
Overview
$500K - $Multi-Billion
Project Size Range
Manages projects from smaller community builds to large infrastructure and disaster-recovery programs.
200+_projects
Project Portfolio
Guides complex projects across various sectors, including disaster recovery and transportation.
- The firm evolved from a regional construction manager into a trusted national program and construction management leader.
- Led by founder Barbara Armand Kushner, it tackles complex, large-scale projects across public and private sectors.
- Operates from offices in New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Florida, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, coordinating diverse, multi-state engagements.
- Offers tailored delivery models to match project complexity, including construction-manager-at-risk, agent, design-build, and augmented staffing.
- Specializes in Commercial Buildings and Disaster Recovery, with expertise also spanning educational, cultural, transportation, utilities, and government works.
- Notably guided portions of the World Trade Center reconstruction and led expansive disaster-recovery capital programs.
- Combines industry-seasoned leadership and lean processes to deliver cost, schedule, and quality outcomes on challenging community projects.
30 Years
Experience in NYC Construction
The firm has been dedicated to construction in NYC for three decades.
- M/WBE is deeply ingrained in our corporate culture.
- Walks the walk regarding minority- and women-owned business support.
- Strives to meet the spirit, as well as the letter, of Section 3 hiring and M/WBE contracting goals.
- Uses multi-stage mentoring and capacity-building for emerging businesses.
7/100
Sustainability Rating
Score on DitchCarbon sustainability rating, which is lower than 79% of chemical industry peers.
- No publicly available carbon emissions data or reduction targets disclosed
- No commitments to Science-Based Targets, CDP, or The Climate Pledge reported
2025 MWBE
Summit Participation
Championing equity at the MWBE Connect Summit, demonstrating commitment to diversity and inclusion in the construction industry.
30 Year History
Construction Management Firm
A 30-year history as a woman- and African American-owned construction management firm in NYC, showcasing long-term dedication to diversity and equity.
- Deep support of minority- and women-owned business contracting and hiring
- Mentored specific firms (e.g., Dirty Gloves), providing technical, bonding, staffing, insurance guidance
- Awarded Rowan Engineering grant aimed at coastal resilience—indicative of community-focused inclusion
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