Assistant Vice President, Capital Program

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Capital Program Department (CAP) is responsible for design and construction of a wide variety of projects throughout New York City.  Department staff consists of professional engineers, architects, landscape architects, and city planners. Project types include waterfront development, buildings, major infrastructure, resiliency and public open spaces. 

Reporting to a Vice President in CAP, the Assistant Vice President manages all aspects of design and construction of multiple projects on behalf of NYCEDC assets or other City agencies.  Project types include waterfront development, buildings, major infrastructure and public open spaces. The position plays a key role in identifying and mitigating the risks inherent in building complex projects, implementing project controls, and working towards a greater level of equity and inclusion with MWDBE participation. The AVP provides critical support to the VP on each project and will be responsible for supervising junior staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design & Construction:
• Manage all phases of development, from procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction team to existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, estimating and budgeting, schematic design through construction documentation, regulatory submissions, bidding, construction, and project close-out.
• Effectively manages relationships, represents the team with senior staff and stakeholders
• Monitor and ensure project goals, including scope, budget and schedule, are met.
• Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery: identifying project risk, forecasting project risk and appropriately mitigating project risk.
• Develops and implements solutions to complex problems independently and in coordination with team and supervisors.
• Navigate regulatory and approval processes to ensure positive project momentum.
• Lead and influence project teams to achieve desired outcomes.
• Represent NYCEDC at professional and public forums, including EDC executive committee.
• Create, build, and develop effective working relationships with consultants and Agency officials.
• Prioritizes work; delegates as necessary.
  
  
• Interdepartmental Coordination:
• Interface with and coordinate the various departments at NYCEDC to ensure that the relevant expertise is brought to bear on each project. 
• Contributes to the development of new concepts, processes, and standards.
• Builds, implements, and proposes processes and workflows that support departmental objectives and goals.
• Correctly interpret and apply NYCEDC policies and procedures.
• Communicate effectively and inclusively at all levels of the organization.
  
  
• Management & Communication:
• Provide oversight and mentorship of junior project managers on the team.
• Communicates highly sensitive and complex issues in a credible manner.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree required, ideally in Engineering, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field.
• Strong preference for Professional registration (PE, RA, RIA, AICP, CUD, CCM. PMP)
• 7+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner’s representation, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience managing projects from start to finish
• Strong relationship management, communications, and presentation skills
• Proficiency and experience with construction, building management and maintenance software preferred
• Must obtain/maintain New York City residency within 180 days of hire.