Job Description

Summary

Accountable for the daily management and coordination of NYPA’s overall operations, including Overseeing, monitoring, and evaluating the operational performance; directing the preparation of operating budgets and proposals for capital expenditure and investments in infrastructure, technology, equipment, systems, or other assets and resources; analyzing and approving operational investments that best meet the organization's business needs.

Provide direct oversight of contractors and onsite management of construction projects. Develop and execute construction strategies for various projects. Ensure that quality workmanship is maintained at all times and in accordance with applicable construction procedures, methods, codes and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Supervise the activities of site field office personnel to verify contractor performance to comply with contract and design specifications.
• Act as liaison between Headquarters and on-site staff when requested by the Resident Construction Manager.
• Provide technical guidance in on-site O&M and start-up activities when necessary.
• Assist the Resident Construction Manager with the management of field changes with AWR/Change Order and engineering procedures.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, and related documents for constructability, milestone schedules, and deliverables of major equipment.
• Make comments and recommendations for construction logistics including site layout, temporary structures / accommodations, and project accessibility.
• Anticipate field construction constraints and initiate corrective actions.
• Recommend improvements for increased field productivity and provide support to field personnel on construction problems relative to contact documents interpretation, labor relations, cost and schedule and general construction items.
• Interface with Construction and Project Engineers to provide guidance and direction in solving field construction problems.
• Assist the Resident Construction Manager with site budget administration of all cumulative Project Management activities and resolve claims by contractors.
• Hold CPP-1 clearances as needed to support projects managed by the Project Management Department.
• Reviews tasks undertaken by others in the group and provides guidance during project initiation and scoping as to project organization and goals.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal skills & strong negotiation skills.
• Written communications skills required for internal and external correspondence and progress reports.
• Extensive industry-wide expertise.
• Deep understanding how NYPA interacts with outside organizations, including other utilities and regulatory agencies, and with its customers.
• In-depth familiarity with NYPA's budgets, costs, rate structures, and policies.
• Mastery of scheduling and logistics management
• Strong familiarity with code compliance
• Advanced understanding of quality control and safety standards
• Knowledge of skilled trades function and interface
• In-depth ability to manage diverse projects involving the integration of construction into NYPA’s operating systems and other utilities in the state.
• Deep knowledge of NYPA’s policies and procedures as well as industry-wide practices and safety regulations.
• Demonstrated ability to view tasks logically, break them down into essential requirements, and generate a solution meeting the project goals.
• In-depth ability to handle larger projects (> $1 million) from start to finish, with only major decisions being brought to the Resident Construction Manager.
• Experience investigating what is not intuitive, anticipating problems and field construction constraints, and making recommendations for the best course of action.
• Ability to become a “clearance holder” within three years if not already qualified.
• Demonstrated abilities that illustrate initiative, communications, problem solving, adaptability, planning and organization management.
• Ability to act as a role model and provide guidance to junior construction management staff.

Education, Experience and Certifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Associates degree (or higher) in an engineering field or construction management preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years in construction management.
• This role is required to be or become a CPP-1/LOTO clearance holder within 24 months and maintain it for the duration of time in the role.
• Inspection experience associated with Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, and Instrumentation & Control projects.
• Project Management Professional certification is preferred.
• Additional training and/or certifications in technical or management skills would be a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Daily inspection of work areas throughout facility.
• Willingness to enter confined spaces and climb/scale power system apparatuses is required.
• Some travel within New York State may be required.

The New York Power Authority is committed to providing fair, competitive, and market-informed compensation. The estimated salary range for this position is: $110,000 - $151,800. The salary offered will be determined based on the successful candidates’ relevant experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.

The New York Power Authority and Canal Corporation believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion drive our success, and we encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents and veterans to apply. As an equal opportunity employer, NYPA/Canals is committed to building inclusive, innovative work environments with employees who reflect communities across New York and enthusiastically serve them. We proudly celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race/color, creed/religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, age, disability, military status, gender/sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy and related conditions, familial/marital status, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics, arrest/criminal conviction record or any other category protected by law.

NYPA/Canals will also provide reasonable accommodations during the hiring process related to candidates’ disabilities, pregnancy-related conditions, religious observances/practices and/or domestic violence concerns. To request an accommodation, please email accessibility@nypa.gov.