Works-in-Progress Associates (WPA) is currently seeking a Project Manager to join our team! This position is in-person, Monday-Friday, working with the Office of General Services (OGS) Claims Group to facilitate the processing of delay claims across portfolio statewide.

Minimum Requirements:

• Baccalaureate Degree in engineering/architecture and/or construction related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in construction involving multiple phases of large-scale building/rehabilitation projects. A minimum of 4 years of the experience shall be in the role of assistant project manager responsible for large-scale projects valued above $10 million with an extensive knowledge of all facets of construction and construction documents.
• Must be able to manage the various projects using established controls and procedures.
• Must be able to provide job site leadership in all areas of scheduling, safety, quality, coordination with the designers and any critical issues pertinent to the project or the client/facility.
• Must have a full working knowledge of the change order and cost review process and the review/approval of contractor's payment application.
• Estimating experience preferred, but not required.
• A driver's license valid in New York State.
• Demonstrated proficiency with all applicable software packages including but not limited to MS Windows; MS Office (including Project, Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint), Adobe Acrobat, and Primavera P6.

Responsibilities:

• Review delay claims for contractual validity, perform schedule analysis using P6, make recommendations to Contracting Officer on claim resolution.
• Day-to-day tracking, review and management of delay claims and disputes
• Audit contractor’s claim costs, including certified payrolls and invoices and negotiate settlements with Contractors.
• Host fact finding meetings for claims with design and construction staff to facilitate the review of claims.
• Review project history to assist in forensic delay analysis, including meeting minutes, schedules, and correspondence.
• Report on high priority projects and problem projects to the executive staff on a monthly basis, or as frequencies needed.

Skills:

• Ability to build and strengthen long-lasting client relationships by providing reliable service and project solutions.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all management levels. Must have excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be able to adapt and prioritize, meeting deadlines, in a fast-paced environment.
• Operate with a sense of urgency, quickly responding to clients.
• Demonstrated leadership, responsiveness, and accountability.
• Detail oriented with strong analytical skills.
• Proactive and take initiative.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59.00 - $65.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience level:

• 8 years

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Construction: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Poughkeepsie, NY 12603: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person