BronxWorks helps individuals and families improve their economic and social well-being. From toddlers to seniors, we feed, shelter, teach, and support our neighbors to build a stronger community. In all aspects of our work, we strive for the highest ethical and performance standards and is guided by the belief that people are to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their present situation or past experiences. We have 60 locations throughout the borough providing a variety of programs that offer assistance in the areas of family, children and youth support, educational services, elder care, homelessness, mental health and workforce development. We are an employer of choice for anyone interested in a meaningful career in the social services field.

BronxWorks is hiring one (1) Facilities Project Coordinator for Family Shelters Program

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides oversight of all phases of capital repair and improvement, construction, renovation, installation, significant maintenance, and related projects for BronxWorks owned or operated office and residential facilities and ensures that work aligns with specifications and is proceeding with quality, on schedule and within budget.
• Evaluates and recommends various construction and delivery methods in the construction, renovation, repair, improvement and maintenance of existing facilities
• Develops cost-effective project plans and schedules
• Proficiency with standard office software such as Microsoft Excel, Project, and Word and electronic mail
• Experience or familiarity with the application of New York City building and fire codes and other pertinent laws relating to construction, renovation and operation of office facilities, residential buildings, and homeless shelters.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, and disability backgrounds of BronxWorks Program Participants.

• Coordinates the various contracted services working on each phase of the project, including project architects, engineers, general contractors and subcontractors

• Reviews and interprets contracted engineering and architectural drawings and specifications for accuracy and completeness; ensures that work aligns with project specifications
• Drafts construction blueprints and shop drawings as needed
• Monitors project progress and is responsible for ensuring completion of projects within time and monies allocated
• Processes and maintains all project documentation, including contracts, certificates of insurance, Requests for Information, proposals/bids, Change Orders, meeting notes, claims reviews, and periodic reports of progress and project status

• Minimizes risk by implementing, auditing and enforcing project safety standards and quality assurance controls; ensures that any safety violations or other reported deficiencies are corrected.
• Resolves building violations
• As assigned, coordinates various additional projects related to the development and execution of short- and long-term planning for BronxWorks facilities, ensuring that facilities best enable BronxWorks to fulfill our mission while maintaining asset value and maximizing the life of BronxWorks facilities

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Education and/or professional experience in architecture construction engineering, civil engineering or construction management
• Experience or familiarity with the application of New York City building and fire codes and other pertinent laws relating to construction, renovation and operation of office facilities, residential buildings, and homeless shelters
• Excellent organizational and project coordination skills
• Experience with project budget preparation and control
• Experience with electrical panels, HVAC and boilers
• Experience with fire safety systems and quality control
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing and to interpret, apply and explain rules, regulations, policies and procedures
• Able to work independently, multi-task and efficiently and effectively pursue multiple priorities
• Proficiency with standard office software such as Microsoft Excel, Project, and Word and electronic mail

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to use a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to climb five flights of stairs, if required to conduct home visits and/or fieldwork.
• Ability to bend and retrieve objects and/or documents.
• Ability to travel in the boroughs of New York City and its adjacent counties via public transportation.
• Ability to travel for a minimum of 1 mile within a reasonable amount of time and in all types of weather, including inclement weather, if required to conduct home visits and/or field work.

BronxWorks seeks to build an inclusive organization grounded in respect for differences. We support all aspects of diversity, and in accordance with federal, state and local laws, does not discriminate unlawfully against employees and applicants for employment on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, military status, national origin (including ancestry), predisposing genetic characteristic, race, sex, gender, actual or perceived sexual orientation (including actual or perceived heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality and asexuality), status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law. This commitment applies to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training and employee development, placement, promotion, demotion, upgrading, downgrading, transfer, layoff and termination.