Assistant Project Manager - Dormitory Authority of New York : Job Details

Position Title: Assistant Project Manager

Location: Broome DDSO- Binghamton, NY

Grade/Classification: 2 (D1) - Para & Entry Level Professional I

Salary Range: $48,582 - $64,724

Bargaining Unit: CSEA

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Last Revised: September 15, 2023

Primary Purpose

Under general supervision, the Assistant Project Manager assists in completing technical and administrative functions required to complete the design and construction of projects.

Essential Functions

* Read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and other related documents.

* Review bid advertising and prepare bid summaries.

* Assists in review and processing of payment requisitions, trade payment breakdowns, change orders, work authorizations and close-out packages.

* Administer, monitor and input data into system applications and databases.

* Monitors project schedules and budgets and prepares project status reports as requested.

* Monitors DASNY labor charges in CARRS (Cost Accounting Revenue and Recovery System).

* Review technical and environmental submittals for compliance with contract documents.

* Maintain technical, environmental and project databases.

* Issue requests for services, work assignments and recommendations for work authorizations.

* Attend job meetings as required.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

* May participate in mechanical, electrical and structural quality assurance field inspections.

* May train support staff on PC applications.

* Assist with the documentation and implementation of procedures.

* Assist with internal controls implementation, review and testing.

* Undertake special assignments as directed.

* Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.

* Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet).

Supervision

N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Travel may be required using public transportation, rental vehicle, DASNY vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. May require exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work-safety hazards of a construction site. May require time-pressure of decision-making. Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed.

Work Environment

Workstation and location vary depending on assignment. Official station may be located at a construction field site. If not, frequent site visits will be required.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree; or

Associate's degree plus three years relevant experience; or

High School Diploma or equivalent plus five years of relevant experience

High School Diploma or equivalent plus four years of DASNY relevant experience

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a construction industry related field plus two years' construction industry experience with public or private projects. Working knowledge and experience with construction systems (preferably Oracle Contract Manager and PMWeb, along with P6 scheduling).

Other preferences to be determined at the time of posting.

Essential Skills

* Ability to read and comprehend plans, specifications, addenda, bid materials, contracts and related construction documents.

* Excellent oral and written communications skills.

* Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.

* Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

* Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint.

Benefits information:

DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.

We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:

* Choice of several health insurance plans

* Dental & vision insurance

* Membership in the NYS Retirement System

* Deferred Compensation Investment Plan

* 13 vacation days per year

* 13 sick days per year

* 5 days of personal leave per year

* 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)

* Tuition reimbursement

* Training & development opportunities

We offer additional benefits, which includes:

* Telecommuting Work Plan - Employees are required to apply and obtain approval through management to telecommute according to DASNY's Telecommuting Program Guidelines. The days designated as telecommute days must be consistent with operational needs as determined by DASNY division, department and/or unit management. Employees may only telecommute on up to four (4) workdays per pay period and shall be limited to no more than two (2) contiguous telecommute workdays. Eligibility applies after 3 months of employment.

* Limited Work from Home (LWFH) - additional telecommute days according to DASNY's Telecommuting Program Guidelines. Eligibility applies after 6 months of employment.

* DASNY is a government employer for purposes of the Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program). The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance of certain student loans after making 120 qualifying monthly payments. For more information regarding PSLF Program and whether you qualify please visit the Studentaid.gov website.