What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Officer - II position at NYC School Construction Authority (SCA)?
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The SCA’s Safety Division provides optimum protection to the students, teachers, school personnel and the general public during all new construction and renovation of New York City school buildings by enforcing all applicable safety rules and regulations in a firm, fair and consistent manner as well as educating SCA personnel, general contractors and subcontractors regarding City, State, Federal and SCA mandated safety rules and regulations.
Job Description Summary
The Safety Manager Reports to his/her designated Managing Inspector, Safety Director or Vice President (ERC). The Safety manager is responsible for providing guidance and technical advice regarding safety related matters on his/her assigned projects. The duties include assuring that all SCA projects comply with all Federal, NY State, NY City and SCA Safety requirements.
Job Description
Responsibilities include:
Posting End Date: 8/25/2026
Salary Range: $91,193 - $155,274
Education
Baccalaureate
Certifications (if Required)
Driver License - Valid in NYS
Work Experience
Five years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two years must involve managing all phases of construction work of a scale and scope similar to the Authority and a driver's license valid in New York State or a satisfactory combination of education and experience. Preference: Weighted consideration may be given to New York State Professional Engineers and Registered Architects with knowledge or experience in: government safety or construction standards; management of complex personnel and technological issues; policy formulation, budgetary control, scheduling, and highly technical operations decision making; dispute resolution, management and communications skills.
It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
We Offer Exceptional Benefits Including
The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
The SCA’s Safety Division provides optimum protection to the students, teachers, school personnel and the general public during all new construction and renovation of New York City school buildings by enforcing all applicable safety rules and regulations in a firm, fair and consistent manner as well as educating SCA personnel, general contractors and subcontractors regarding City, State, Federal and SCA mandated safety rules and regulations.
Job Description Summary
The Safety Manager Reports to his/her designated Managing Inspector, Safety Director or Vice President (ERC). The Safety manager is responsible for providing guidance and technical advice regarding safety related matters on his/her assigned projects. The duties include assuring that all SCA projects comply with all Federal, NY State, NY City and SCA Safety requirements.
Job Description
Responsibilities include:
- Conducts scheduled and special inspections for active projects and reported emergencies. Conduct unannounced site-specific safety compliance inspections on all assigned projects. Inspection to be completed timely and to contain all relevant factors, averages 3-5 inspections per day.
- Identify site specific safety deficiencies. Discuss safety recommendations for correction and compliance with the Site Supervisor and Project Officer.
- Conducts follow up inspections and follow-through activities to ensure appropriate corrective actions have been taken.
- Review approved site safety plan on site to ensure contractor's compliance.
- Review contractor's relevant training records, permits, licenses, and logbooks.
- Conduct accident/incident visits as requested and submit related written reports regarding relevant circumstances.
- Discuss problems relating to safety with SCA Safety Director, Managing Inspector, the SCA Project Officer, and appropriate site personnel.
- Participate in requested safety meetings, including pre-construction meetings as requested by Construction Management and Contractors.
- Attend and participate in different PE inspections in company of Engineer of records, SCA Project Officer, and Contractor.
- Use independent judgement when issuing 48-hour and 24-hour compliance notices and stop work orders. Follow up and respond appropriately to ensure compliance with the noted deficiencies on specific projects.
- Responsible for all related safety awareness and compliance for assigned projects; use independent judgement to review and resolve field conditions that impact life safety immediately.
- Participate in the implementation of safety training as required; help develop and implement policies and procedures for the safety division.
- Help with the review of contractor’s Site Safety Plan, Safe Work Plan, and Job Hazard analysis.
- Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties. Perform other related tasks.
- Five years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two years must involve managing all phases of construction work of a scale and scope similar to the Authority.
- Valid NYS Driver's License
- Bachelor's Degree
Posting End Date: 8/25/2026
Salary Range: $91,193 - $155,274
Education
Baccalaureate
Certifications (if Required)
Driver License - Valid in NYS
Work Experience
Five years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two years must involve managing all phases of construction work of a scale and scope similar to the Authority and a driver's license valid in New York State or a satisfactory combination of education and experience. Preference: Weighted consideration may be given to New York State Professional Engineers and Registered Architects with knowledge or experience in: government safety or construction standards; management of complex personnel and technological issues; policy formulation, budgetary control, scheduling, and highly technical operations decision making; dispute resolution, management and communications skills.
It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
We Offer Exceptional Benefits Including
- Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
- Prescription Drug Options
- Dental & Vision Coverage
- NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
- Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
- Transit Check Program
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
Salary : $91,193 - $155,274