Senior Project Manager, Capital Program
New York City Economic Development Corporation
$90,000 - $92,000 / year
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Description
Our Vision: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.
Our Mission: Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.
POSITION OVERVIEW:
NYCEDC’s Capital Program is responsible for channeling New York City’s capital budget investments into design and construction projects that advance the City’s economic development. The Capital Program’s staff consists of design and construction professionals; administrative staff; and project support analysts who work together to provide physical infrastructure, facilities, and amenities. We work to strengthen the City’s competitive position through the implementation of a wide variety of municipal construction projects.
A Senior Project Manager (SPM) in the Capital Program Department (CAP) will be responsible for the implementation of a design and construction portfolio of 6-10 active capital projects with a total project value of approximately $100 million+.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned contracts and projects throughout all phases of development.
- Lead the procurement and coordination of architecture, engineering, construction, and other consultant teams.
- Oversee project planning and predevelopment activities, including existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, cost estimating, and budgeting.
- Manage the design process from schematic design through construction documentation, including coordination of required regulatory submissions and approvals.
- Oversee bidding, construction, and project close-out activities, ensuring continuity and coordination across each project phase.
- Manage multiple workstreams and deliverables, ensuring work is completed in accordance with established quality standards, expectations, and deadlines.
- Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery which includes identifying, forecasting, and appropriately mitigatingproject risk.
- Coordinate project teams, providing direction and aligning team members toward established project goals and outcomes.
- Maintain and expand knowledge of relevant industry practices, trends, and developments in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning through ongoing professional development and continuing education.
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s or equivalent degree required in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban planning, or related field
- Preferably working towards professional registration (PE, RA, RLA, AICP, CUD, CCM. PMP)
- 3+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner’s representation, or a related field
- Demonstrated experience managing projects from planning through completion
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders
- Proficiency and experience with scheduling software preferred
- New York City residency is required within 180 days of hire
About Us: New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as a great place to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy.
NYCEDC is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance. We offer comprehensive benefits and unique perks to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:
- Generous employer subsidized health insurance
- Medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Vision and hearing benefits
- Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care
- Short term and long-term disability coverage
- 100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverage
- Up to 25 vacation days
- Floating Holidays and Summer Fridays
- Parental leave - up to 20 paid weeks
- Retirement savings programs
- Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan
- 457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan
- Tuition Reimbursement program
- Continuing education and professional development
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
- College savings plan
- Backup childcare
- Gym membership discounts
- A Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health support
- Employee discounts through Plum Benefits and much more
Benefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.
The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting, retaining, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.
At NYCEDC, all applications are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team and hiring managers. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to screen, evaluate, or make decisions regarding candidate resumes or applications. Each candidate is considered through a thoughtful, human-led review process to ensure equity, consistency, and alignment with the needs of the role.
For more information, visit our website at edc.nyc.
Benefits
- health insurance
- stock options
- parental leave
- tuition reimbursement
- life insurance
- professional development
About this role
NYCEDC's Capital Program seeks a Senior Project Manager to shepherd a portfolio of 6–10 concurrent municipal construction projects worth roughly $100 million combined. You'll own the full lifecycle of each project—from predevelopment planning and design coordination through bidding, construction, and closeout—serving as the central point of contact for architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders. The role demands strong project controls skills, including scheduling, cost management, risk mitigation, and quality oversight across multiple workstreams running in parallel.
The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, urban planning, or a related field, with at least three years of professional experience in design, construction, development, or owner's representation. While not required, progress toward professional licensure (PE, RA, RLA, AICP, or similar) is valued. You'll need solid communication skills, the ability to coordinate diverse teams, and familiarity with scheduling software. NYC residency is required within 180 days of hire.
The position is full-time, in-office, with a salary of $90,000–$92,000. NYCEDC offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance, up to 25 vacation days, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and professional development support, reflecting its commitment to employee wellbeing.
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