What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Project Manager – Building Code & Zoning position at Confidential?
Who We Are
We are a leading consultancy specializing in New York City Building Code and Zoning Law, partnering with major developers, architects, and property owners to navigate complex regulatory requirements. Our team drives mission-critical projects from initial planning through approvals and final execution, ensuring safety, compliance, and excellence every step of the way.
Who You Are
The Senior Project Manager leads high-visibility, multi-million-dollar building code and zoning initiatives. This fully remote role requires periodic travel to our New York City headquarters—approximately 10 trips per year—for key meetings, project milestones, and on-site inspections. You will oversee the full lifecycle of large alteration and development projects—strategizing with clients, liaising with the NYC Department of Buildings (DOB), and directing cross-functional teams. You will serve as a trusted advisor to both clients and internal leadership, setting timelines, allocating resources, and mitigating risk on projects with citywide impact.
What You'll Do
- Provide executive-level project management across a diverse portfolio of complex building code and zoning projects.
- Coordinate directly with clients, architects, engineers, and the DOB to secure timely approvals and resolve issues.
- Review and sign off on plans to ensure strict compliance with NYC building codes and zoning regulations.
- Lead research and retrieval of critical records from multiple NYC agencies to support project objectives.
- Mentor and guide junior project managers and coordinators, fostering a culture of accountability and professional growth.
- Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and resource plans; report progress to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Travel to the NYC headquarters or project sites at least 10 times per year for key meetings and inspections.
What You Bring
- Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in building code, zoning, construction management, or a related field.
- Required Certification: Active Class 2 DOB Filing Representative ID (Code & Zoning Representative) issued by the New York City Department of Buildings.
- Proven record of leading large, complex projects and teams to successful completion.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
- High proficiency with Windows applications, Bluebeam, MS Excel, SharePoint, Outlook, and Word.
- Strong organizational and analytical abilities with acute attention to detail.
- Management experience strongly preferred; experience mentoring or supervising staff is a plus.
- Familiarity with DOBNOW and deep knowledge of NYC building codes and expediting processes.
- Potential management of a dedicated project team, including conducting performance reviews, handling disciplinary actions, and overseeing interviewing, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
What We Offer
- Salary range: $177,000 – $200,000 annually, plus performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, and LTD insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Generous paid time off and 12 paid holidays.
- Collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented work environment.
Application Instructions:Submit your resume and salary requirements for consideration. If this posting is live, the position is still available.
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Salary : $177,000 - $200,000