Senior Project Manager, Construction

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Exciting Opportunity at MSK: Sr. Project Manager, Construction

Role Overview:

• Coordinates project timelines, leads and monitors progress, and ensures stakeholders are informed throughout the construction process.
• Maintains project files, shop drawings, submittals, logs, and ensures proper filing of applications and permits with relevant agencies.
• Ensures contractor work complies with project scope and regulatory requirements at all levels.
• Participates in plan development, evaluates design concepts, and conducts field surveys to assess site conditions.
• Performs on-site inspections, tracks field progress, communicates with contractors, and ensures safety measures are implemented.
• Assists in budget setup, monitors costs, and supports competitive bidding and contract award processes.
• Provides mentorship, serves as a resource for complex projects, and fosters collaboration within the team.
• Engages in continuous learning through educational programs, workshops, and industry literature to enhance skills.

Key Qualifications:

• Requires construction industry experience with a focus on field supervision and complex project management.
• Preferred licensure in architecture or engineering, with the ability to read and analyze blueprints, floor plans, and technical renderings.
• Knowledge of building codes and hospital construction is highly valued.
• Strong skills in communication, scheduling, budgeting, data analysis, and information management to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels, including leadership.
• Proficient in administrative tasks, including attention to detail, time management, and meeting organization.
• Demonstrates essential project management expertise to lead teams, oversee construction activities and manage project finances.

Core Skills:

• Ability to oversee and coordinate construction projects, develop and manage timelines andbudgets, and ensure compliance.
• Skilled in reading and analyzing architectural and engineering drawings/specs, floor plans, and other technical renderings.
• Strong ability to manage and communicate effectively with stakeholders and manage information flow between internal teams and external contacts.
• Proficient in budgeting, cost analysis, and managing financial aspects of construction projects.
• Capable of leading project teams, providing mentorship, and ensuring work is completed in compliance with regulations and safety standards.

Additional Information:

• Schedule:M-F 9a-5p [some after-hours and weekends, as required]
• Location: 885 Third Avenue
• Reporting to: Executive Director, Design & Construction
• Pay Range: $146,100.00-$241,100.00

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