Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a SCA Project Officer that will serve as the School Construction Authority's on-site representative overseeing one or more construction projects at various stages of development. This role will sit primarily on the job site located in any of the 5 NYC burroughs. 

• Provides 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  
• Ensures quality and high standards of performance and compliance in both design and construction by all consultants, vendors, etc.  
• Makes decisions and takes action in a timely manner to expedite the timely completion of the construction process 
• Corrects 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  
• Makes decisions on phasing and scheduling of projects; prepares and/or ensures preparation of schedules for planning, design, and construction; monitors schedules and takes appropriate actions to ensure that the project is completed on schedule and within approved cost limitations  
• Provides ongoing interface with contractors, construction managers, local school personnel and Senior Project Officers on project issues; routinely interacts with Senior SCA Managers on such matters 
• Participates in the development and issuance of project procedures and policies; reviews and makes recommendations on SCA-wide procedures and policies 
• Provides guidance and advice to lower level Project Officers  
• Resolves issues and problems raised in field reports made by architects and construction management staff  
• Works 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  
• Issues field memoranda or directives to contractors to enforce contract compliance; advises senior management regarding the necessity for the assessment of liquidated damages and other contractual enforcement mechanisms, including default  
• Uses independent judgement to make onsite change order decisions and has authority to negotiate with contractors and commits the SCA’s resources on such change orders  
• Reviews contractor claims or disputed work and advises senior management as to appropriate action; compiles contract and project documentation necessary for adjudicating or denying such claims  
• Visits various job sites as required in the performance of above duties  
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members  
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment 
• Performs other related tasks  

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree (4 yr degree) from accredited college or university is required 
• Minimum 5-10 years of full-time experience as a technical specialist in one or more construction design fields, managing educational or municipal construction projects
  • 2-4  years must have been involved managing all phases of construction work on a scale and scope similar to the SCA
• Valid driver’s license in New York State 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs 
• Strong technical and communication skills  
• Excellent organizational skills  
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to changing needs 
• Ability to work in a team environment 
• Ability to collaborate on a daily basis with project team  
• Proven capability to establish specific, measurable, attainable performance goals and holds others accountable for achieving them 
• Understanding of contract documents and specifications  

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For New York, New York ,this ranges from $95,000.00 - $135,000.00 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees’ education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.