Position available: Positions available are Construction Manager and Construction Team Member

Job Type: Paid summer internship

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The internship program at JDS is structured to give a limited group of interns a comprehensive construction-based real estate development experience in a dynamic environment, with events, tours, direct exposure to industry experts from a multitude of fields, and the ability to have a direct impact on the skyline of New York City and Miami.

Intern Responsibilities

Interns will be expected to support development and/or project management staff and assist with overall project administration including, but not limited to:

• Attend internal and external project meetings to help with coordination of information among the project management staff; create meeting agendas, take meeting minutes, and follow-up on action items
• Review and coordinate design and construction details of architectural, mechanical, structural, plumbing, and electrical drawings
• Coordinate details of marketing, sales, and communication for projects; conduct research relating to projects
• Assist with creation and maintenance of spreadsheets and lists relating to project financing, design, coordination, progress, and completion
• Perform administrative tasks including the preparation of letters, memos, reports, and other correspondence
• Prepare contracts and financial statements for subsequent review of Project & Financial Teams
• Facilitate site visits with outside parties

Desired Background

• Engineering / Construction
• Architecture / Interior Design
• Urban Planning / City Planning/Design/Development

Click on the link for more information: http://jdsdevelopment.com/summer-internship/

Please direct all applications (cover letter & résumé required, PDF format only) and other inquiries to:

David Koster at internships@jdsdevelopment.com

If you are interested in environmental remediation and construction, the NYC Department of Environment Protection has an opening for Field Inspector.

Job Description: 

Inspect the quantity, quality, and condition of materials found at active cleanup and remediation sites in New York City.

Witness and observe outside environmental consultants in the collection of samples and performance of other field activities.

Enter findings and observations into a quality assurance template and checklists. Review findings with OER Project Managers.

Review onsite records and logs, take photographs of field activities.

Operate a motor vehicle in performance of duties. Travel required approximately 50% of the time, other 50% in an office setting.

Assist in ensuring compliance with remedial action work plans.

Assist with the screening and review of incoming document submittals, perform basic data entry and project initiation activities.

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Calling all Engineering Technologist majors! The NYC Department of Environmental Protection currently has an opening for Engineering Technician position.

Minimum Requirements

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a state’s department of education or a recognized accrediting organization and two years of full-time satisfactory experience as an engineering technician; or

2. An Associate degree from an accredited college or technical institution with a specialization in engineering technology; or

3. A combination of education and experience which is equivalent to two years of satisfactory experience.

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Assistant-Project Manager:

Assistant to Project Manager for Foundation Contractor. Including all aspects of work, from tracking drawings, ordering, submittals, documenting project, LEED documentation, ect. Fast paced individual needed – quick learner with good organizational skills. Great team established, and need to add another individual with a good work ethic.

Job Types: Part-time, Internship

Required experience:

• Construction: 1 year

Required education:

• High school or equivalent

Required licenses or certifications:

• What Programs are you Familiar with-Const/Acct/EXCEL
• What other licenses do you possess? SAFETY/FDNY/DOB
• 10 Hour Osha

Required language:

• Do you speak other languages besides English?

Apply:  via Indeed.com or click the link: Assistant project manager

Inspector at AECOM:

The Transportation Division of AECOM is actively seeking a creative, highly talented Inspector – Building for immediate employment in the New York, NY office. The Inspector will be responsible for field supervision of contractors’ activities to ensure works are constructed safely and in accordance with contract documents, submitted construction work plans, safe work plans and other relevant documents. This role is primarily based in the field. Shift work and weekend work required.

Responsibilities: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

+ Observes/documents the quality of the contractor’s work to ensure conformance with contract documents

+ Performs general and task specific safety and environmental surveillance

+ Tracks field changes

+ Prepares work activities report for all shifts and prepares a shift report

+ Tracks quality control records as directed

+ Identifies potential coordination, quality and safety or environmental issues and raises appropriately

+ Assists in reviews of contract and shop drawings as requested

Minimum Requirements

+ High school diploma

+ 5+ years of experience in field inspection and quality assurance with emphasis on building trades and systems

+ Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

+ OSHA 10 hour certification

Preferred Qualifications

+ None

What We Offer

AECOM is a place where you can put your innovative thinking and business skills into high gear and work alongside other highly intelligent and motivated people. It’s a place where you can apply your skills to some of the world’s most challenging, interesting, and meaningful projects worldwide. It’s a place that values the diversity of our areas of practice and our people. It’s what makes AECOM a great place to work and grow.

AECOM is an equal opportunity employer and Minorities, Females, Veterans, and Disabled persons are encouraged to apply. For further information, please click here to view the EEO Is The Law poster.

At AECOM, employee’s safety and security are our top Safeguarding core value. All employees are expected to set the highest level of safety expectation in their work, display the highest level of safe behavior, and actively participate in AECOM’s Safety For Life Program. SH&E is a part of our company culture and participation is required for all employees.

Apply: via AECOM.com or click the link: Inspector-Building

Project Estimator

Grade/Classification: 4(D1) – Professional I

Bargaining Unit: CSEA Local 698

FLSA Status: Exempt

Hiring Rate: $60,267

Application Deadline: February 12th, 2018

Primary Purpose

The Project Estimator assists in the performance of the construction cost estimating function, including reviewing and analyzing schematic, design development and construction document submissions prepared by design consultants to verify estimated costs for small-scale projects, and assisting in the performance of these tasks for large-scale projects. Project types vary from small, single trade to highly complex, and include new construction as well as rehabilitation and site work. Highly complex projects have a high degree of variables including, but not limited to, budget, schedule, number of contracts, management approach, delivery method, Wicks Law, level of service, phasing, customer orientation, staffing, labor issues (including Project Labor Agreements), location and site access, design and/or construction complexity, environmental issues and other non-traditional projects. The Project Estimator provides support to the estimating function as well as the design and construction phase managers in cost estimating aspects of projects.

Essential Functions

Review schematic, design development, and construction document submissions prepared by design consultants for completeness and current market value, and verify estimated costs. This includes reviewing quantity take-offs and pricing for accuracy, and reconciliation of estimates.

Assist in the preparation of estimates for in-house and third-party designs on small projects.

Perform quantity takeoffs from drawings, scopes of work, etc.

Communicate findings and recommendations regarding prepared/reviewed cost estimates verbally and in writing.

Help identify scope elements and scheduling needs which may have significant budgetary impacts.

Meet with staff, consultants, and client agency representatives to discuss and resolve cost estimating issues.

Support bid tabulation analysis and post-bid investigations.

Review cost proposals associated with change orders.

Assist in the development of cost recommendations and value engineering.

Assist in the development of cost estimating forms and procedures.

Assist in the documentation of cost trends and assist in the performance of project cost analyses.

Assist with cost estimating training for Construction Division staff.

Assist with cost estimate specifications and templates as needed.

Attend site visits and meetings as necessary to understand scopes of work and estimates.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Assist in the development, documentation and implementation of procedures.

Assist with the assessment/development and implementation of internal controls, and participate in the review and testing of same.

May train and evaluate employees.

Undertake special assignments as directed.

Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.

Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Information Technology Services. (Standards can be found on the Intranet).

Supervision

Supervision of employees may be required.

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands

Weekly travel may be required, depending on assignment, using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.). Requires physical mobility (movement from place to place), strength, dexterity and coordination. Requires endurance, concentration (prolonged physical activity with limited opportunity to rest) and complex and time-pressured decision-making. Requires the ability to see, hear, smell, touch and distinguish colors. Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours.

Work Environment

May be standard office environment or a construction site. Requires the use of one or more of the following: PC, telephone, fax machine, printer, copier, scanner, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, shredder.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree plus three years experience performing estimating for construction projects.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or a construction related field strongly preferred, plus three or more years experience estimating for construction projects, including expertise in line item estimating, take offs, and cost estimating methodologies. Experience in all disciplines of construction cost estimating, including experience with various project delivery methods such as design-bid-build, CM at risk, design-build, and job order contracting in both the public and private markets. Working knowledge of current market conditions including pricing conventions and trends. Experience working with estimating software such as Classic On-Screen Takeoff, Timberline or RSMeans and knowledge of Primavera Contract Manager and P6 project management systems.

Essential Skills

Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.

Excellent oral and written communications skills.

Strong interpersonal and diplomacy skills.

Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction related documents.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.

Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word and Access.

Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.

Apply: via Indeed.com or click on the link: Project Manager

Assistant Project Manager:

The Assistant Project Manager will help drive the start-up, construction and close-out process for our own commercial construction projects. At SNL, we are owner-developers building multi-story projects in and around the NYC boroughs. The candidate will work with project management to implement the pre-construction process throughout the construction and close-out phases, diligently managing ICAP requirements, due diligence activities as well as the management of permit expediting on multiple projects. He or she will have involvement with most construction related activities and assist with the important background activities that are necessary for a successful development project.

Exposure to the NYC DOB NOW, DOB BIS websites and other city agencies is a must for this role. This immediate opening requires a motivated self-starter who has initiative and drive to learn as well as accel in a position that offers advancement in a dynamic company. The candidate is a “can-do”, highly detailed, extremely organized professional who will coordinate the architectural, expediting, construction management teams and subtrades to ensure compliance with programs and city agency requirements.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management or related degree preferred
• 2+ years Construction Management experience
• Experience with New York City agencies (DOB, DOT, FDNY, etc.)
• Experience in corresponding with Con Edison, National Grid and Telecom companies
• Must have own transportation. Position is based in Lake Success, NY with some travel to projects in and around the NYC boroughs

Skills and Abilities

• Superior written and verbal communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential both within the internal project team and externally with subcontractors, etc.
• MS Word, Excel, Google platforms are required. MS Project is preferred.
• Excellent attention to detail and diligence to assure high quality deliverables.
• Positive, “can-do” attitude
• Efficient and highly organized
• Driven, eager and motivated work ethic
• Ability to work with and have knowledge of the shop drawing, document control and submittal process
• Able to read and comprehend building plans
• Able to comprehend and recognize safety standards, requirements and issues

SNL Construction prides itself with a positive culture in the workplace where hard work is rewarded and its people are valued. Excellent compensation and benefits package commensurate with experience. Check us out at SNLStorage.com

Job Type: Full-time

Required experience:

• NYC DOB/BIS: 1 year
• exposure to Expediting and Permitting: 1 year
• Construction Management: 2 years

Required education:

• Associate

Required license or certification:

• Driver’s License

Apply: via Indeed.com or click on the link: Assistant Project Manager

Structural Inspector

 DeSimone Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Inspector for our New York office. The Inspector will represent DeSimone at project sites, performing rebar and concrete placement inspections and ensuring compliance with local laws and building codes on mid to high rise buildings. The position also involves filing electronic inspection reports and submitting project photographs. Candidate will use independent problem solving and decision making skills to implement standard inspector procedures. Will work closely with Project Managers and report to the Field Operations Manager.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Civil Engineering, Construction or related field
• Minimum three years of special inspection experience in reinforcement layout and concrete placement
• Must be ACI Field Testing Technician Grade 1 and ACI or ICC Concrete Construction Special Inspector certified
• Ability to produce inspection reports and work closely with the Project Manager to ensure timeliness of project completion
• Good verbal and written communication skills, positive demeanor and proactive team player

Preferred

• Structural Steel inspection certification and experience
• 4-year engineering degree

Physical Requirements

• Work on platforms and at elevations up to 70 stories high
• Take hoist (outside elevator) up the outside the building
• Ascend/descent ladders and stairs, bend and maintain balance while walking on rebars

DeSimone offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability and life insurances, 401(k), gym and tuition reimbursement, paid time off and more.

DeSimone is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact info:

Apply online at the link: DeSimone website