Design Build Project Manager

Join Our Team at The Douglaston Companies 

What we are looking for: 

At The Douglaston Companies, collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that great ideas come from working together, sharing perspectives, and supporting one another to achieve common goals. We’re excited to announce an opportunity for a Design Build Project Manager to join our dynamic team. 

Why Choose The Douglaston Companies? 

Continuous Learning and Development: Your growth matters to us. We offer ongoing professional development through in-person and virtual training programs designed to sharpen your skills and help you thrive. 

Community Commitment: We don’t just build properties—we build communities. Our team actively gives back, creating meaningful impact and building a better tomorrow, together. 

Career Advancement: This isn’t just a job, it’s a career. We invest in your personal and professional growth because we know that when our people succeed, we all succeed.   

Back to the role: 

What you will do: 

Douglaston Development is seeking a talented Project Manager to manage the construction-phase execution of a largescale, multiphase, multi-year public housing Comprehensive Modernization project. This role is an outward-facing representative of the Design-Builder to the public housing agency and its affiliated construction management and oversight teams. 

The ideal candidate will bring approximately 5 years of experience in some combination of: design-build delivery, construction administration, design and engineering, rehabilitation, and NYCHA projects. They should excel at navigating complex agency relationships, be comfortable communicating across internal teams and with external clients and consultants. They should be comfortable owning the execution of complex workstreams that require stress-testing assumptions, delivering clear communication, aligning teams, documenting detailed work, and producing results that advance the construction project.   

Key Responsibilities: 

• Overall project management  

• Serve as a key Douglaston Development representative of the Design-Builder to NYCHA, STV, and AECOM. 

• Represent the Design-Builder at weekly coordination meetings, construction progress reviews, and other recurring sessions with NYCHA and other agencies. Arrange, strategize, and issue agendas and minutes for one-off meetings as required.  

• Project Finances 

• Assist in requisition and payment application processes on behalf of the Design-Builder, in coordination with the General Contractor, ensuring submission accuracy, required backup, and timely delivery to NYCHA. 

• Assist with change order and allowance use administration, including preparing backup materials from subcontractors and consultants. 

• Relocation and Resident Engagement  

• Community Operator Design and Relocation Advancement  

• Design and Soft Cost Management 

• Hazardous Material Reporting  

• Other responsibilities as assigned by management  

• This role is not remote employees must be present in construction trailer in Harlem daily. 

• 5 – 7 years of experience in some combination of: design-build delivery, construction administration, design and engineering, rehabilitation, and NYCHA projects.  

• Proven experience in contract administration, including requisitions, change management, claims resolution, and compliance tracking 

• Strong ability to read and interpret construction drawings (architectural, MEP, civil) and coordinate field resolution efforts is required 

• Familiarity with federal housing requirements, accessibility standards (UFAS/504), and phased turnover strategies preferred 

• Passion for accuracy and details patient when communicating complex topics to diverse stakeholders  

• Must be present in construction trailer in Harlem daily.  

Benefits: 

• Health benefits package including medical, dental & vision plans 

• Financial wellness perks to set you up for success - such as 401(k), FSA & HSA, employer-paid life insurance (basic- with option to purchase more); paid leave & disability programs. 

• Pet insurance for our furry family 

• Mental health resources, such as counseling, are available to our team members 

• Time off- Paid Vacation time, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick days 

• Employee Referral Program 

• Tuition & certification Reimbursement 

• Hybrid work schedule with 4 days in office and 1 day remote (subject to your work location and role). 

• Ask our recruiting team for more information!  

Our Companies 

Since 1979, The Douglaston Companies have been at the forefront of building some of the most exciting, transformative projects in New York City and beyond. Comprised of three vertically integrated companies, The Douglaston Companies lead projects through the complete lifecycle, from development to construction, and property management.  Together, the companies have brought more than 15,000 apartments to fruition and completed more than $4 Billion of development. Throughout every project we build and manage, The Douglaston Companies remain committed to founder Jeffrey Levine’s original vision: to revitalize and grow neighborhoods one building, one block, one community at a time. 

• Douglaston Development: The driving force of our organization, Douglaston Development spearheads property acquisition and development strategies, while fostering relationships with stakeholders and working closely with communities to develop best-in-class properties. 

• Levine Builders: Our construction management arm leads everything from pre-construction and construction management to final commissioning and close out, bringing the company's projects to fruition. 

• Clinton Management: Clinton Management provides comprehensive property management services for developments completed by Douglaston Development and constructed by Levine Builders. Clinton oversees our diverse portfolio of moderate-income housing, luxury apartments, commercial, and retail properties 

If you are looking for your next challenge, then this is your chance to join our team of exceptionally talented, creative, and innovative professionals. We want you! 

Diverse candidates are encouraged to apply! The Douglaston Companies is proud to be an inclusive Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination based on any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including, but not limited to an individuals sex, race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, age, religion, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, caregiver status, pregnancy, citizenship, military or veteran status. 

Salary : $120,000 - $150,000