Experience:
- 7-10 years of experience managing construction projects from planning to turnover in commercial General Contracting.
- Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget.
- Experience working in NYC, with knowledge of DOB regulations, permits, and local building codes.
- Job value from 2 - 10+ Million-dollar projects.
Technical Skills:
- Proficient in Procore for project management, including document management, RFIs, submittals, and scheduling.
- Advanced Excel skills for tracking budgets, creating reports, and maintaining schedules.
- Skilled in scheduling software such as Microsoft Project (preferred but not mandatory).
- Full ability to read, interpret, and analyze architectural and engineering drawings, including structural, MEP, and shop drawings.
- Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (BIM) software and processes (preferred).
Communication and Leadership:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, architects, engineers, and subcontractors.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, manage, and motivate subcontractors to meet project standards and deadlines.
- Strong problem-solving skills to resolve on-site conflicts and unforeseen challenges effectively.
- Responsive and highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously.
Project Management:
- Ability to oversee and manage all phases of construction, including pre-construction, mobilization, construction, and closeout.
- Expertise in coordinating subcontractors and ensuring adherence to scopes of work, schedules, and quality standards.
- Strong focus on safety compliance and maintaining a clean, organized worksite.
Interpersonal Qualities:
- Holds subcontractors to a high standard of quality and professionalism.
- Builds and maintains strong relationships with project stakeholders, including clients, architects, and consultants.
- Proactive, with a solution-oriented mindset and ability to anticipate project needs.
Additional Requirements:
- Valid OSHA-30 certification and Site Safety certifications (e.g., NYC SST).
- Familiarity with NYC union and non-union labor environments.
- Driver's license and the ability to commute to job sites throughout NYC. (Preferred)
- Experience managing LEED or sustainable building projects is a plus. (Preferred)
Self-Sufficiency and Independence
- Demonstrates the ability to take full ownership of projects without requiring constant oversight or direction.
- Effectively prioritizes tasks and manages time independently to meet project milestones and deadlines.
- Proactively identifies potential issues and resolves them before escalation, minimizing the need for intervention.
- Exhibits strong accountability and responsibility for decisions and actions on-site.
- Operates with a solutions-oriented mindset, consistently finding innovative ways to overcome challenges.
- Self-motivated and resourceful in acquiring necessary information or resources to keep projects moving forward.
- Maintains a high level of organization, ensuring all aspects of the job site are under control without external reminders.
- Thrives in high-pressure environments, remaining composed and focused while delivering results independently.