Construction Project Management Senior Manager

Description

The Construction Project Management Senior Manager role is based in New York, NY, and will oversee two New York City Housing Authority Design‑Build projects. The position involves managing documentation, schedules, risk, and contractor compliance while ensuring high‑quality construction practices.

Key responsibilities include uploading deliverables to the project management information system, monitoring design and construction schedules, participating in risk management, and ensuring contractors follow program procedures. The manager will also review design documents, cost estimates, and project schedules, attend coordination meetings, oversee on‑site compliance, track permits, and manage the close‑out process and turnover documentation.

• Upload all project documents and deliverables to the PMIS and report on design and construction schedules.
• Participate in risk management to identify, track, and mitigate project risks with the design‑builder and construction manager.
• Ensure contractors and consultants adhere to program procedures.
• Monitor utility company interactions related to the projects.
• Review design documents for conformance to the awarded proposal.
• Evaluate and comment on construction cost estimates.
• Assess the design‑builder’s project schedule and report progress.
• Attend coordination meetings and follow up on action items promptly.
• Review pre‑construction RFIs (Requests for Information).
• Provide on‑site oversight to ensure scope compliance and industry‑accepted construction practices.
• Track filing and renewal of permits.
• Monitor schedule compliance and report any delays or lack of progress.
• Manage the close‑out process to ensure timely completion.
• Confirm provision of turnover training, warranties, and operation and maintenance manuals.
• Coordinate ongoing maintenance with property management.
• File all project documents, including close‑out requirements, in e‑Builder.
• Know procedures for removing hazardous materials such as lead‑based paint, mold, and asbestos.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a BA/BS degree and have at least ten years of relevant experience, with a preference for those possessing 20+ years of project or program management oversight. Desired skills include strong interpersonal communication, experience in multicultural environments, knowledge of hazardous material removal regulations, building codes, and expertise in project scheduling and cost estimating.

• Hold a BA/BS degree with at least ten years of relevant experience or equivalent.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills in multicultural settings.
• Possess 20+ years of project or program management oversight experience.
• Have working knowledge of building codes, standards, and structures.
• Bring experience in project scheduling and cost estimating.

Benefits

This position does not offer sponsorship for US employment authorization or relocation assistance. Compensation ranges from $165,000 to $180,000 annually, and the role operates on-site in Long Island City, NY.

AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm with $16.1 billion in revenue for fiscal year 2024, offering comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off, flexible work options, wellness resources, retirement plans, and an employee stock purchase program.

Employees join a collaborative global team that supports growth through cutting‑edge technology, award‑winning training, and opportunities to work on impactful projects locally and worldwide. The company fosters a respectful, inclusive workplace and prides itself on equal opportunity employment.

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