Capital Projects Associate

Summary:

Safe Horizon offers a variety of programs for victims of crimes and domestic violence at over 65 locations city-wide. The Capital Projects Associate, under the direction of the agency’s Capital Project Manager, will be responsible for assisting in coordinating and managing a variety of facilities capital projects to acquire, construct, renovate, upgrade, and maintain Safe Horizon’s facilities. Examples include electrical capacity upgrades, office space reconfiguration and renovation, construction and fit out of new office and residential shelter space, and mechanical systems upgrades, repair and/or replacement.

Responsibilities:

• For Program and Client-Facing Staff:

Learn and integrate a trauma-informed, client-centered

approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients.

For Program and Supervisors Supporting Client-Facing Staff: Learn and integrate a trauma informed, client-centered approach, using an anti-oppressive lens, into your work with clients. Coach and guide staff in their client practice that reflects these approaches.

Major responsibilities include inspection and assessment of facilities conditions and identification of items requiring repair and/or upgrade, performing feasibility studies and providing cost estimates and schedules for such work, and ensuring safety of design and work practices. The incumbent will assist in the development of annual capital budget expenditures. The position will supervise and monitor work performed by third party vendors and contractors for facility renovation, upgrades and installation.

Key functions include:

• Provide condition assessments of Safe Horizon facilities to identify repair, maintenance, and code compliance issues and devise and implement cost effective solutions;
• Working with departmental colleagues and Program departments, prioritize overall capital needs and devise a work plan and schedule for selected projects;
• Develop detailed project work scopes and oversee contracts;
• Prepare requests for proposals and project specifications;
• Identify prospective vendors/consultants/contractors, solicit bids, negotiate contract terms and

supervise all aspects of the project through to completion;

• Review and authorize payments for consultant/contractor services;
• Coordinate with on-site facility and program managers to ensure proper communication of upcoming work schedules, status of ongoing work and to minimize any disruption to ongoing program operation;
• Inspect sites for compliance with applicable standards, codes, and regulations;
• Enforce applicable construction and building code requirements
• Work collaboratively with FPM and Program team colleagues and staff to ensure project coordination and communication of project status
• In consultation with program, facility and supervisors, will assist in prioritizing facilities repair and

maintenance needs and devising an annual budget, in collaboration with Program and supervisors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Planning, Construction Management or related course of study, or relevant

equivalent experience

• 1+ year of experience in facility planning, construction project management, and/or building facilities performance metrics and standards
• NY State driver’s license desirable, as some travel and after-hours assignments may be required within the five boroughs of New York City

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to provide concise and clear facility condition evaluations and solutions;
• Ability to collaborate with and direct the activities of staff and consultants/contractors;
• Strong communication and negotiating skills;
• Ability to work under pressure in a calm and reassuring manner and to work independently;
• Ability to simultaneously oversee and complete multiple on-going capital projects and project

budgets within deadlines;

• Ability to read floor plans, blueprints, schematic drawings, and/or construction drawings
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and making recommendations in support of goals;
• Familiarity with New York City Building, FDNY and other applicable regulatory codes and

requirements;

• Demonstrated commitment to safety, including safety considerations in engineering design,

recommendations, and implementation;

• Demonstrated ability to communicate verbally and in writing with familiarity in contract

management principles;

• Must be able to work effectively in a team setting and regularly solicit input from others in the

development, planning, scoping, estimating and execution of projects;

• Strong organizational skills and the initiative to plan, monitor and report on project progress and

spending, including forecast future spending and accruals;

• Familiarity with the use of project management software with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Safe Horizon is committed to providing a reasonable accommodation to ensure individuals with disabilities can meet any physical demand requirement(s) of the position, or otherwise perform the corresponding task(s), where possible. If you require a reasonable accommodation, including to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact your Human Resources Recruiter.

ADA/EEO/OSHA Statement:

Safe Horizon is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and compliance with all Federal, State, and Local laws concerning employment discrimination, harassment and retaliation including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Safe Horizon ensures equal opportunity to all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, religion, marital status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, lawful immigrant status, physical, mental, and medical disability, veteran status or liability for service in the United States Armed Forces. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our staff and clients.