What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - Level 1, 2 or 3 (Temporary to Permanent) - Revised and Reopened position at The City University of New York?
GENERAL DUTIES
Oversees one or more aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the design and construction of capital building projects and specialized construction at a Campus or University setting. Manages projects for renovation and/or maintenance of existing facilities.
CONTRACT TITLE
Construction Project Manager
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Brooklyn College seeks a temporary to permanent Level 1, 2 or 3 Project Manager. Reporting to the Director of Facilities Planning, the Project Manager will play a key role in supporting and/or leading sustainability and Bond Act-funded capital projects for the College. Depending on experience and classification level, the Project Manager may coordinate day-to-day activities, oversee project execution, or manage complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
Level 1 - Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
All applicants must have applied to take the civil service exam for Project Manager (CUNY), Exam# 2089. Applicants selected for this position will be required to show proof that they took the exam.
Continued employment is contingent upon taking and passing the appropriate civil service examination when it is offered and score high enough to be reachable on the civil service list. When a civil service list is established, the College is required to make probable permanent appointments from the certified list to fill all positions including those held by provisional and/or temporary employees. For more information, visit https://www.cuny.edu/employment/civil-service/ .
Minimum Qualifications
A four-year high school diploma and six years of experience, in one or more of the following:
A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some positions.
There are three assignment levels within this class of positions.
Additional Requirements For Level 2
To be appointed at Level 2: candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in one of the following:
To be appointed at Level 3: candidates must have at least one year of experience above and beyond Level 2 (i.e., a total of two additional years' experience in project and/or personnel supervision).
Preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
Level 1: $74,291** (New Hire), $83,947 (Incumbent);
Level 2: $91,846** (New Hire), $103,785 (Incumbent);
Level 3: $109,275** (New Hire), $123,483 (Incumbent);
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
How To Apply
Applicants selected for this position will be required to show proof that they took the civil service exam for Project Manager (CUNY), Exam# 2089.
From our job posting system, select "Apply Now", create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/campus/brooklyn-college/jobs/ .
Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .docx or .pdf format.
Resume and/or cover letter should demonstrate that the applicant has experience planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled with review of applications to begin on or after December 8, 2025.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
31079
Location
Brooklyn College
Oversees one or more aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the design and construction of capital building projects and specialized construction at a Campus or University setting. Manages projects for renovation and/or maintenance of existing facilities.
- Develops quality standards and monitors performance
- Incorporates University procedures and standards such as safety and CUNY design standards
- Maintains compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and CUNY standards
- Applies project management procedures and standards using appropriate methods and technologies
- Communicates effectively with all project participants
- Meets standards for performance (time, cost quality)
- Enters, maintains, and accesses information in computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order systems, inventory and timekeeping systems, and financial systems of various kinds
- Performs work indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions, including extreme temperature conditions, climbing ladders and scaffolds, and working in close spaces as necessary to advance project(s)
- Work may require driving to work locations
CONTRACT TITLE
Construction Project Manager
FLSA
Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Brooklyn College seeks a temporary to permanent Level 1, 2 or 3 Project Manager. Reporting to the Director of Facilities Planning, the Project Manager will play a key role in supporting and/or leading sustainability and Bond Act-funded capital projects for the College. Depending on experience and classification level, the Project Manager may coordinate day-to-day activities, oversee project execution, or manage complex initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.
Level 1 - Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Arranges and participates in project meetings, activities and inspections and works with contractors and vendors and reports to management to ensure any important issues are addressed.
- Functions as an Expediter, completes the required project documentation, obtains the proper licenses and certificates and assists in dealings with the NYC Department of Buildings, along with other agencies.
- Enters, maintains, and accesses information on computer-based systems, such as project management systems, work order, inventory and/or CUNYfirst.
- Maintains and collects information on vendors activities, time spent, tasks performed and billing information.
- Performs work throughout the campus, whether indoor or outdoor.
- Maintaining current knowledge with of technological and regulatory developments in environmental sustainability and facilities management.
- Liaising with government/city and regulatory agencies to ensure projects meet compliance.
- Point person to coordinate planning, design and construction with all sustainability consultants with campus stakeholders best practices to meet sustainability.
- Collaborating with various departments to incorporate sustainability projects, waste management and operational policies.
- Reviews the projects' schedules, compares them with the plans and reports all issues and findings to management.
- Manages design, planning, operations of NYS sustainable construction and energy practices.
- Develops comprehensive sustainability programs that align with NY Governor mandates.
- Works with campus stakeholders to develop project scopes which to meet sustainability requirements.
- Manages, plans, coordinates and advises on complex capital projects, such as determining requirements, preparing design specifications, and analyzing documentation.
- Develops and assigns projects' budget, scope, time taken and adjusts accordingly.
- Negotiates project plans and executes change orders.
- Participates in the consultant selection and contracting process.
- Ensures that quality safety standards, laws and CUNY Central procedures are met, by inspecting projects, their status and collecting project data
- Directs and communicates with internal and external staff to ensure project goals are met.
All applicants must have applied to take the civil service exam for Project Manager (CUNY), Exam# 2089. Applicants selected for this position will be required to show proof that they took the exam.
Continued employment is contingent upon taking and passing the appropriate civil service examination when it is offered and score high enough to be reachable on the civil service list. When a civil service list is established, the College is required to make probable permanent appointments from the certified list to fill all positions including those held by provisional and/or temporary employees. For more information, visit https://www.cuny.edu/employment/civil-service/ .
Minimum Qualifications
A four-year high school diploma and six years of experience, in one or more of the following:
- Planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupies by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
- Associates degree in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture with four (4) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
- A Baccalaureate degree in engineering, landscape architecture or a related field with two (2) years of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
- A Baccalaureate degree in architecture with 1 year of experience with non-industrial buildings to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy
A Motor Vehicle Driver's license, valid in the State of New York, may be required for some positions.
There are three assignment levels within this class of positions.
Additional Requirements For Level 2
To be appointed at Level 2: candidates must have at least one additional year of experience in one of the following:
- Supervision of employees within a construction project
- Supervision of a construction project
To be appointed at Level 3: candidates must have at least one year of experience above and beyond Level 2 (i.e., a total of two additional years' experience in project and/or personnel supervision).
Preferred
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS
- Understanding and working knowledge of environmental laws and compliance requirements.
- Project experience with green roof installation, solar panels, geothermal borings for alternative heating source, zero-emission charging station.
- Working experience with state, city and federal agencies such as NYSERDA, NYPA, DEC, DOB, FDNY, DOT, etc.
Level 1: $74,291** (New Hire), $83,947 (Incumbent);
Level 2: $91,846** (New Hire), $103,785 (Incumbent);
Level 3: $109,275** (New Hire), $123,483 (Incumbent);
- For new hires to CUNY classified civil service positions, this amount reflects a 13% salary suppression in effect for the first 24 months of employment only.
CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.
How To Apply
Applicants selected for this position will be required to show proof that they took the civil service exam for Project Manager (CUNY), Exam# 2089.
From our job posting system, select "Apply Now", create or log in to a user account, and provide the requested information. If you are viewing this posting from outside our system, please visit https://cuny.jobs/campus/brooklyn-college/jobs/ .
Applicants should provide a cover letter and resume in .docx or .pdf format.
Resume and/or cover letter should demonstrate that the applicant has experience planning, administering or expediting architectural/engineering design and/or construction of a non-industrial building to be occupied by people for educational use requiring a certificate of occupancy.
CLOSING DATE
Open until filled with review of applications to begin on or after December 8, 2025.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Managerial/Professional
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
31079
Location
Brooklyn College
Salary : $74,291 - $83,947