About Us:

Camber Property Group is a leader in affordable housing development. We are focused on the construction and preservation of affordable housing in the New York City metropolitan area and the greater Northeast. Our mission is to provide thoughtful, community-oriented housing solutions which combine the needs of local stakeholders and private partners. Our core belief is that by doing right by partners and stakeholders, we can solve problems, create healthy communities, and have fun doing so.

Job Summary:

The Project Manager (PM) will be responsible for directing all phases of the project inclusive of due diligence, estimating, pre-construction, construction, close-out and post-construction services. This position will report to the Sr. Project Manager and will liaise with Camber’s Asset Management, Development, and Acquisition teams, as applicable for each project. The PM will provide oversight and assistance to more junior staff, teaching and supporting them as they navigate the construction process for each project. The candidate must possess solid communication, analytical, project management, and accounting skills.

Position Summary

·      Develop and execute the bidding strategy with the Sr. Project Manager and Project Executive, including development of the project scope, schedule, and leveling, negotiating, and awarding trade contractors.

·      Perform site inspections, assess existing conditions, and create written project documents.

·      Develop and maintain site logistics plans, in coordination with Camber’s teams, property managers and subcontractors. 

·      Develop detailed cost estimates.

·      Preparation of bid packages.

·      Setup initial contracts and project information.

·      Monitor project scope for changes affecting budget and/or schedule.

·      Keep consistent lines of communication open with clients and proactively share project progress and budget matters.

·      Resolve subcontractor claims during subcontractor close-out period.

·      Management of the project-based accounting process – including requisitions, change orders and preparation of project draws. Review all work for accuracy and completeness.

·      Reviews and approves all project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates, financial reports. Ensure that Development is appraised of all deviations from the project deliverables, schedule and budget, if applicable.

·      Ensure timely closeout of contracts.

·      Knowledge of construction, engineering, procurement, industry standards and other project related activities, their interfaces and interdependencies.

·      Knowledge of local, city, and state building codes in New York State, New York City and New Jersey as well as ADA standards.

·      Manage the DOB TCO/FCO process. Obtain final acceptance of the work and signoff for the completed government authorities (DOB, DEC, etc.)

·      Responsible for the overall safety plan and related execution in the field. Strong knowledge of safety compliance including federal, state and local safety codes as related to tenant occupied buildings.

Required Experience:

·      5-7 years of related project management experience. Preferably construction experience.

·      Broad residential and commercial experience with knowledge of interior renovations, exterior work (eg. roofing, facades, windows), and upgrades to building systems (eg. Boiler rooms, switch gear, and plumbing).

Desired Experience

·      Knowledge of Autodesk Construction Cloud or experience with similar software and advanced Excel knowledge.

·      Experience in managing multiple projects with high intensity.

·      Buyout proficiency and strong experience leveling trades.

·      Document management.

·      Experience reviewing construction contracts and contractor requisitions.

·      10/30-Hour OSHA Construction Safety and Health Certification.

·      Experience in affordable housing a plus.

Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Architecture or Construction Management. Advanced degree is a plus.

·      Computer knowledge and efficiency, including Microsoft Office Products.

·      Ability to read drawings and specifications.

·      Possess the ability to communicate effectively with various parties and work independently.

·      Analyze and interpret various types of data in order to draw conclusions and solve problems.

·      Self-motivated and detail-oriented individual with high level of initiative.

Work Environment

·      This job operates in an office environment and will require travel to construction sites, property management offices and prospective development/rehab properties.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

·      Communicate and converse, maintain a stationary position (standing or sitting), move/traverse, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms for extended periods.

·      Routinely use standard office equipment.

·      Occasionally push and pull items weighing 15 pounds or less.

·      The ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO statement)

Camber is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Disclaimer

While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. It does not limit the assignment of related duties not mentioned.

Seniority Level

Mid-Level

Employment Type (flexible)

·      Permanent: Full-Time: 40 hours per week.

Industry

Real Estate

Affordable housing development

Job Functions

Project/Construction Management

FLSA

Exempt

Compensation

Based on experience. 150k-185k

How to Apply

• For immediate consideration, please submit your resume to [email protected]. No phone calls or LinkedIn submissions please.