Project Manager

About the role

The Project Manager, Residential Construction group oversees the planning, design and construction process for capital projects within the Columbia University Facilities portfolio. This position is part of the Residential Construction group at the Morningside Campus in Manhattan, focusing on projects in the Columbia Residence Housing portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary lead on all phases of assigned projects, from inception through closeout.
• Simultaneously manage a high volume of multiple projects ranging in cost from $25,000 to $15 MM.
• Coordinate with internal project stakeholders and external project participants including design consultants, contractors, and other required vendors to support project goals.
• Show strong design, construction, scheduling, and financial management skills.
• Experience in best practices and design specifications for high-quality residential projects in New York City is preferred.
• Procurement and contract management, budget and schedule management are a minimum requirement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of five to seven years' experience in the management of construction projects, including multiple years managing high-quality residential renovation projects in New York City (vacant and occupied) buildings required with direct experience in MEP installations, HVAC operations, and field troubleshooting.
• Excellent interpersonal, communications (written and oral) and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of applicable building codes and regulations; building systems (mechanical/electrical/plumbing/envelope); and demonstrated proficiency in construction project management and delivery, including beneficial use of relevant industry tools and software (MS Project, AutoCad, etc).
• Ability to work in a client-facing service environment and exercise discretion and judgement.

Qualifications

• Advanced degree and/or Construction Management Certifications desirable.
• Mechanical engineering, MEP Project Management (HVACR-Boilers, Chillers, BMS), construction cost management, and strong knowledge of customer service.