Job Description

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for supporting and overseeing all aspects of design and construction projects at the High Line park and headquarters facility. Project types include new construction & renovation, capital repair and retrofit projects, and infrastructure-focused projects. The Construction Project Manager collaborates with internal departments - including Operations, Advancement, and Finance - and external partners such as NYC Parks and adjacent developers.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main project led on contracts or projects through all phases; projects may include small scale repair or renovation projects and larger capital projects across the High Line
• Manage projects by developing scopes of work; soliciting and reviewing bids from architects, engineers, contractors, and construction managers; preparing estimates, schedules and budgets; and overseeing project execution from design through construction and post-occupancy
• Coordinate between planning & design and park operations departments to ensure successful execution and oversight of projects, and confirm that all projects are on the institutional main calendar and internal resources are allocated and scheduled
• Create communication processes and documents to ensure that all affected stakeholders are aware of impact of projects on park
• Coordinate with external architects, landscape architects, and consultants to ensure projects are executed in alignment with the design intent
• Conduct weekly site visits to verify that construction work aligns with the Contract Documents
• Liaise with NYC Parks and other city agencies as needed for necessary agency approvals
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications of a successful candidate may include the following, but candidates will not be screened exclusively based on meeting these qualifications:

• 3-5+ years of relevant project management experience in architecture, landscape architecture, construction, or owner’s representation, or related field
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, solve problems, and collaborate with a variety of colleagues, external vendors, contractors, designers, and partners at all levels
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications; understanding of construction administration including submittal/shop drawing review process
• Ability to manage budgets and schedules
• Knowledge of industry standards
• Attentive to detail
• Comfort working in a fast-paced and flexible office environment
• Excellent skills in verbal, written, and graphic communication
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Suite

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in architecture, planning, landscape architecture, construction management, or related field
• Experience in the fields of planning, landscape architecture, architecture, design, and the operations/programming of public spaces
• Experience working with contractors, subcontractors, consultants, vendors, and other industry professionals
• Proficiency in Bluebeam and Adobe Creative Suite
• Understanding of contracts and insurance
• Completion of OSHA 10 or 30, LEED Green Associate, or certificates in project management/construction management

Abilities

• Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions, as needed
• Some evening and weekend work required based on project needs
• Ability to work from the FHL offices in the Meatpacking District at least three days per week, with flexibility to be in the office more frequently as needed based on project demands and other responsibilities

This is a full-time exempt position with a salary range of $82,500-$87,500 based upon experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid primary and secondary caregiver leave
• 20 Vacation days, 7 sick days, and 10 paid holidays with 4 floating holidays (based on start date) & 2 Winter Fridays, Discounts Citi Bike Membership
• Discounts with vendors at the High Line & around the Meatpacking neighborhood
• Free entrance to the Whitney Museum
• Supplemental short-term disability insurance and paid life insurance
• Commuter benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Contribution in a 403(b) retirement plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Allowance for professional development opportunities

About Friends of the High Line:

The High Line is both a nonprofit organization and a public park on the West Side of Manhattan. We’re devoted to reimagining public spaces to create connected, healthy neighborhoods and cities through our work with communities on and off the High Line. Built on a historic, elevated rail line, the High Line was always intended to be more than a park. You can walk through the gardens, view art, experience a performance, enjoy food or beverage, or connect with friends and neighbors while enjoying a unique perspective of New York City. Nearly 100% of our annual budget comes through donations. The High Line is owned by the City of New York, and we operate under a license agreement with NYC Parks.

EEO Statement:

The High Line is guided by a series of values through which we make decisions, including hiring. These values include proactively creating access points for all people, regardless of age, sex, color, creed, race, income, country of origin, religion, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

As part of our commitment to living up to these values and advancing equity within our organization and through our work, we are committed to an equitable hiring process. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with a broad range of lived experiences. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.

If you have a disability and need help with the application process:

• Email peopleandculture@thehighline.org to request accommodations (like alternative formats, extra time, etc.)

Important clarification:

• This email is ONLY for requesting disability accommodations
• Resumes sent to this email won't receive special treatment in the selection process
• The only special consideration will be providing the specific accommodation you need to complete the application fairly