Construction Project Manager Level 3

City University of New York (CUNY) - Kingsborough Community College

Construction Project Manager Level 3-500063 (Temporary)

Brooklyn, NY

KINGSBOROUGH COMMUNITY COLLEGE

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Construction Project Manager Level 3-500063 (Temporary)

GENERAL DUTIES

Oversees one or more aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the design and construction of capital building projects and specialized construction at a Campus or University setting. Manages projects for renovation and/or maintenance of existing facilities.

• Develops quality standards and monitors performance

• Incorporates University procedures and standards such as safety and CUNY design standards

• Maintains compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and CUNY standards

• Applies project management procedures and standards using appropriate methods and technologies

• Communicates effectively with all project participants

• Meets standards for performance (time, cost quality)

• Enters, maintains, and accesses information in computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order systems, inventory and timekeeping systems, and financial systems of various kinds

• Performs work indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and working in close spaces as necessary to advance project(s)

• Work may require driving to work locations

This position is in CUNY's Classified Civil Service. The full specification is available on our web site at http://www.cuny.edu/about/administration/offices/ohrm/hros/classification/ccsjobs.html

CONTRACT TITLE

Construction Project Manager

FLSA

Exempt

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION

Kingsborough Community College (KCC), founded in 1963, is a community college that sits on a 72 acre campus, located in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, and is one of 26 institutions within the City University of New York (CUNY) system. KCC is committed to its mission of providing access to high quality educational opportunities for a diverse population, both in career-related fields and in the liberal arts and sciences, to promoting student learning and development, and to strengthening and serving local communities. The college enrolls approximately 20,000 degree, dual enrollment (high school students taking college coursework) and continuing education students each year, including 7,000 students working to earn an associate degree, supported by 1500 full and part-time faculty and staff.

The Construction Projects Manager Level 3 (Temporary) will report to the VP of Finance and Administration. Responsibilities of the Construction Projects Manager Level 3 include, but are not limited to:

• Manages and coordinates multiple initiatives within KCC’s capital portfolio, serving as a key liaison with CUNY, DASNY, and internal stakeholders.

• Leads the development of project scopes for internally managed capital and infrastructure initiatives.

• Partners with Buildings and Grounds and Information Technology to oversee project execution, resolve operational issues, and maintain accountability for schedule, budget, and successful project delivery

• Supports capital planning and project prioritization by identifying infrastructure needs, evaluating project requirements, and assisting in the development of recommendations that align capital investments with KCC’s strategic and operational priorities.

• Coordinates project documentation, approvals, and stakeholder communication throughout the project lifecycle, proactively identifying risks, tracking key milestones, and facilitating timely resolution of issues that could affect scope, budget, schedule, or campus operations.

IMPORTANT NOTE:

The University previously announced a civil service test for Construction Project Manager. Candidates should have submitted an application to take this exam.

When a civil service list is established, the College is required to make appointment(s) from the certified list to fill all position(s) including those held by provisional and/or temporary employee(s). Non-permanent employee(s) would need to take and pass exam, and be reachable on list. Permanency is subject to time severed in position, with satisfactory service.

Candidates selected for this position will be required to submit proof of having submitted an application for this exam.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A four-year high school diploma and six years of experience, in one or more of the following:

• Planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupies by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

Substitutions:

• Associates degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture with four (4) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

• A Baccalaureate degree in engineering, landscape architecture or a related field with two (2) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

• A Baccalaureate degree in architecture with 1 year of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy

Knowledge of English language (spoken, written, read) sufficient to carry out the activities described in this specification

A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some positions. There are three assignment levels within this class of positions.

Additional Requirements for Level 2:

To be appointed at Level 2: candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in one of the following:

• Supervision of employees within a construction project

• Supervision of a construction project

Additional Requirements for Level 3:

To be appointed at Level 3: candidates must have at least one year of experience above and beyond Level 2 (i.e., a total of two additional years' experience in project and/or personnel supervision).

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using Archibus or a comparable computerized maintenance management/work order system (CMMS) for work order entry, tracking, and project or facilities-related activities.

• Strong attention to detail, with demonstrated ability to maintain accurate project documentation, track milestones, and follow through on multiple priorities.

• Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with internal departments, contractors, and external stakeholders.

• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while monitoring schedules, budgets, deliverables, and project-related issues.

COMPENSATION

New Hire-$109,275

Incumbent- $123,483

BENEFITS

• CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.