Assistant Vice President, Capital Program

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:

The Capital Program Department (CAP) is responsible for design and construction of a wide variety of projects throughout New York City. Department staff consists of professional engineers, architects, landscape architects, and city planners. Project types include waterfront development, buildings, major infrastructure, resiliency and public open spaces.

Reporting to a Vice President in CAP, the Assistant Vice President manages all aspects of design and construction of multiple projects on behalf of NYCEDC assets or other City agencies. Project types include waterfront development, buildings, major infrastructure and public open spaces. The position plays a key role in identifying and mitigating the risks inherent in building complex projects, implementing project controls, and working towards a greater level of equity and inclusion with MWDBE participation. The AVP provides critical support to the VP on each project and will be responsible for supervising junior staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design & Construction:
• • Manage all phases of development, from procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction team to existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, estimating and budgeting, schematic design through construction documentation, regulatory submissions, bidding, construction, and project close-out.
• Effectively manages relationships, represents the team with senior staff and stakeholders
• Monitor and ensure project goals, including scope, budget and schedule, are met.
• Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery: identifying project risk, forecasting project risk and appropriately mitigating project risk.
• Develops and implements solutions to complex problems independently and in coordination with team and supervisors.
• Navigate regulatory and approval processes to ensure positive project momentum.
• Lead and influence project teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• Represent NYCEDC at professional and public forums, including EDC executive committee.
• Create, build, and develop effective working relationships with consultants and Agency officials.
  Prioritizes work; delegates as necessary.
• Interdepartmental Coordination:
• • Interface with and coordinate the various departments at NYCEDC to ensure that the relevant expertise is brought to bear on each project.
• Contributes to the development of new concepts, processes, and standards.
• Builds, implements, and proposes processes and workflows that support departmental objectives and goals.
• Correctly interpret and apply NYCEDC policies and procedures.
  Communicate effectively and inclusively at all levels of the organization.
• Management & Communication:
• • Provide oversight and mentorship of junior project managers on the team.
• Communicates highly sensitive and complex issues in a credible manner.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's or equivalent degree required, ideally in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Strong preference for Professional registration (PE, RA, RIA, AICP, CUD, CCM. PMP)
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner's representation, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from start to finish
• Strong relationship management, communications, and presentation skills
• Proficiency and experience with construction, building management and maintenance software preferred
• Must obtain/maintain New York City residency 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 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.

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