Construction Field Supervisor

Construction Field SupervisorThe New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) mission is to provide quality housing for New Yorkers that is sustainable, inclusive, and safe, while fostering opportunities for economic mobility. NYCHA is the nation's largest public housing authority, with an operating budget of $3.3 billion and approximately 10,600 employees who manage and maintain 326 developments that house over 400,000 residents. NYCHA also operates the country's largest Section 8 program, which provides rental assistance to over 200,000 additional families. NYCHA's Asset & Capital Management (A&CM) Division integrates and aligns the Authority's existing development, modernization, and asset management work being carried out by the Real Estate Development, Capital Projects, and Comprehensive Modernization departments. This includes a $4.5 billion capital program - one of the largest in NY State - as well as a historic real estate transaction portfolio. The A&CM Division delivers comprehensive repairs to NYCHA buildings and apartments through innovative financing models, strong partnership with residents and other stakeholders, strategic, data-driven portfolio planning, and cost-effective project delivery and management. The Division also positions NYCHA's housing portfolio for the future by incorporating innovative building materials, construction methods, and technology, improving residents' quality of life while enhancing building performance and management systems. The Capital Programs team of A&CM oversees all NYCHA capital projects.

Capital Programs is responsible for managing over 500 active construction projects at any given time across the Authority's properties throughout the city. These projects can range from $100,000 to up to $500 million. Regular capital investments are necessary to ensure that NYCHA developments remain in good and livable conditions. These projects include renovations and modernization of apartments, building interiors, systems, exteriors, site security, and grounds. Reporting to the Director of Field Operations and working in coordination with project teams, the Construction Field Supervisor supervises the activities of Field Inspectors assigned to monitor construction of NYCHA's capital projects. The selected candidate will assist with construction administration, ensure contract compliance, assist with the resolution of construction issues, and perform other related duties as required.Minimum QualificationsA four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent, and one of the following: 1. Four years of full-time satisfactory experience in the installation, repair and/or inspection of mechanical equipment in the areas of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, elevators, and/or plumbing in buildings, facilities, structures and grounds, at least two years of which must have been experience in a building or facility of at least 100,000 square feet or a number of buildings of at least 3 stories each, adding up to a total of at least 100,000 square feet; or 2. A satisfactory combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the four years of experience required in "1" above.

College education leading to a baccalaureate degree in engineering or engineering technology may be substituted for the required experience in "1" above on the basis of 5 semester credits for two months of experience. However, to qualify candidates must have at least two years of the required experience as described in "1" above in a building or facility of at least 100,000 square feet or a number of buildings of at least 3 stories each, adding up to a total of at least 100,000 square feet.Preferred Skills- Experience with progressively responsible assignments in the construction field. - Three (3) years of experience in supervising construction field staff. - Strong written and verbal communication skills. - Substantial proficiency in utilizing project management software and Microsoft Office products. - Strong organizational skills. - Ability to manage multiple assignments. - Experience in analyzing and negotiating resolution of construction project disputes.

- Expert knowledge of Local Law 11, brick/roof work and exterior facade assessments. - Expert knowledge of construction site safety55a ProgramThis position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.Public Service Loan ForgivenessAs a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at RequirementNYCHA has no residency requirements.Additional InformationThe City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.