Senior Construction Project Manager

Grade 6 ($65,900–$90,000 annually), full-time (35 hrs/week). Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license required.

About the role

The Senior Construction Program Manager administers, implements, and oversees residential rehabilitation, home repair, accessibility modification, weatherization, and housing improvement programs funded through federal, state, local, and private sources. The position manages all phases of rehabilitation projects—property inspections, scope development, cost estimating, contractor procurement, construction oversight, funding compliance, and project closeout—while ensuring adherence to regulations from HUD, New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Lead Hazard Reduction, and other housing rehabilitation programs.

The role serves as the primary liaison between homeowners, contractors, funding agencies, municipal officials, consultants, and community stakeholders to ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and in compliance with all program requirements.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administration and implementation of residential rehabilitation, home repair, accessibility modification, weatherization, and housing improvement programs.
• Manage all phases of rehabilitation projects: property inspections, scope development, cost estimating, contractor procurement, construction oversight, funding compliance, and project closeout.
• Ensure compliance with regulations from HUD, New York State HCR, CDBG, HOME, Lead Hazard Reduction, and other funding sources.
• Serve as primary liaison between homeowners, contractors, funding agencies, municipal officials, consultants, and community stakeholders.
• Supervise Senior/Housing Construction Specialists and administrative staff, including workload assignment, performance monitoring, hiring, coaching, training, and professional development.
• Conduct performance evaluations and manage disciplinary actions as needed.
• Travel throughout Erie County and surrounding areas.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Building Construction Technology, Urban Planning, Community Development, Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Four to ten years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of residential building systems (structural, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience with residential construction and rehabilitation.
• Leadership experience.
• Valid New York State Driver License.

Preferred Certifications

• NYS Code Enforcement Officer
• Certified Rehabilitation Specialist (CRS)
• HUD Housing Rehabilitation Certification
• EPA Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Certification
• Lead Risk Assessor or Lead Inspector Certification
• Certified Construction Manager (CCM)
• Project Management Professional (PMP)