Senior Project Officer, Design and Construction

Overview

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates the work of consultants, developers, architects, engineers and contractors in the design and construction process of development projects. Reviews contractual performance of all appropriate developers, consultants, architects, engineers, and contractors on a continual basis.
• Manages consultants and contractors in the planning and execution of environmental remediation, demolition and infrastructure work on behalf of the Department. Provides technical assistance to other members of the Department and the Authority whose projects include remediation, demolition or infrastructure components.
• Develops project specific RFQ/RFPs and scopes of work, reviews qualifications and proposals, and oversees the selection of consultants, developers, architects, engineers, general contractors and construction managers.
• Directs the performance and completion of site and building environmental assessments, remedial investigations, remedial actions and completion of environmental remediation. Coordinates project and property requirements with New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection staff and Licensed Site Remediation Professionals.
• Serves as the Department’s point of contact with NJDEP and as a key member of interagency working groups when resident expertise on environmental matters is required.
• Works with municipal, county, state and federal regulatory agencies in obtaining necessary permits and approvals.
• Directs the work of architects, engineers and other consultants in the performance and completion of project feasibility studies/Basis of Design for prospective projects.
• Develops cost estimates, budgets, schedules, and development strategies and prepares monthly updates on progress of projects.
• Reconciles and executes Contract Bulletins and Change Orders with respect to changes in the scope of work covered in original contract.
• Works with the Department’s Development Team to create development strategies, draft procurement scopes, coordinate project requirements, and align project sequencing/schedules.
• Promotes teamwork and communication to encourage an interactive, cooperative, collaborative and customer focused work environment among Department, EDA staff and external customers.
• Must complete annual and semiannual self-assessment as required.
• Performs other duties and special projects, as assigned

Qualifications

• Ability to lead a project team of engineering and design professionals and contractors through all phases of the real estate development process in conformance with the project schedule and budget.
• Ability to resolve conflicts that may arise among team members or between the EDA and its stakeholders.
• Ability to communicate project status to the Authority’s senior leadership and the Board’s Real Estate Committee, including obstacles to successful project completion and corresponding solutions.
• Knowledge of the function and operation of professional consulting firms.
• Knowledge of construction contracts, development scheduling and budgeting of commercial and/or mixed-use development.
• Knowledge of demolition and site preparation processes, including utility and infrastructure planning and installation.
• Knowledge of local zoning ordinances and regulatory agency regulations.
• Knowledge of completing all phases of environmental remediation projects, procurement and management of consulting/LSRP contracts, all associated and regulatory agency regulations and requirements, and filing of permits/Deed Notice/RAO.
• Proficiency in Project Management of real estate development and construction projects.
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite of programs including Microsoft project or equivalent project planning tool. Familiarity with CADD software helpful.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; proficient in grammar, spelling and editing; and foster communications with business professionals and EDA staff
• Ability to prioritize workload, must be highly organized, detail-oriented, handle various tasks simultaneously and work independently within limited time constraints with little or no supervision
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality and deal effectively and diplomatically with business professionals and EDA staff
• Demonstrates respectful behavior and promotes teamwork and communication to encourage an interactive, cooperative, collaborative and customer focused work environment among Department, EDA staff and external customers. 

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Civil Engineering or other technical degree and/or equivalent education/professional experience
• Minimum seven years diversified experience in commercial, industrial and mixed-use development projects, site planning, management of design and construction phases of development.
• Demonstrated training and/or experience in managing environmental remediation, demolition and/or infrastructure installation projects.

• Minimal
• Ability to work outside normal business hours, as needed

• As necessary to project sites, events, meetings, businesses, etc.

• Valid Driver’s License

• Foreign degrees/transcripts must be evaluated by a reputable evaluation service at your own expense and must be submitted prior to a start date. If this cannot be provided within 21 days of an offer the offer will be rescinded.
• Must comply with the “New Jersey First Act” which requires employees hired after September 1, 2011 to reside in New Jersey. Non-New Jersey resident employees must relocate to New Jersey within one year of their date of hire and provide proof of residency to Human Resources.
• Must complete an Outside Activity Questionnaire (disclosure of outside office or employment) on an annual basis.