Project Executive

Project ExecutiveThe Department of Design and Construction, Borough Based Jails Program (BBJ) seeks a Project Executive to assist with the construction of Borough-Based Jails facilities. The selected candidate will be responsible for the administration of the Borough Based Jail Program to affect the construction facilities throughout the City. The Project Executive will manage Borough Based Jail Program aggressive construction schedule; ensure project milestones are met; execute strategies to drive a high-profile project through the required regulatory agencies. Additional duties include: monitoring project budget, working with a team of Design Builder's architects, engineers, and construction managers, overseeing the allocation of resources, and ensuring timely delivery of completed facilities.

The selected candidate will work with other Borough Based Jails (BBJ) Program Executives to ensure adherence to contract documents and collaborate to ensure that projects remain on schedule and budget. Other key responsibilities include: working with the DDC's senior management, and supervisors to implement tiered methodology; and understanding and supervising the construction with clear accountability for the construction teams and their staff. The Project Executive will update the BBJ team on all project-related issues and liaise with various agency interagency task forces. Significant interaction with Senior Management is required.All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.).

In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law, and is not hiring temporary employees.

Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made. Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service.The 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.