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Housing Works

Project Manager

Housing Works, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Compensation Range $65,000 - $70,000 yearly commensurate with experience

Benefits

We have three comprehensive healthcare plans to choose from based on your priorities and budget. Housing Works covers most of the plan; you pay a portion, based on your salary.

Staff begins accruing PTO immediately for a total of up to 30 days earned in the first year.

We offer employees an educational benefit. This money is available for tuition loan reimbursement, tuition costs, and textbooks.

Overview The Project Manager is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and successful delivery of capital and strategic projects, including new builds, renovations, and infrastructure upgrades. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Project Management, this role ensures projects are completed on time, within scope, and on budget while maintaining compliance with design specifications, safety standards, and regulatory requirements. The Project Manager collaborates with architects, engineers, contractors, and internal stakeholders to optimize project management processes, track performance metrics, and support long‑term capital planning.

Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

Lead the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning through design monitoring, execution, and closure.

Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.

Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets; monitor progress and adjust as needed.

Budget & Performance Management

Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk mitigation strategies across multiple active projects.

Track project performance using metrics, schedules, cost reports, and site progress updates.

Contribute to capital budget planning and long‑term project strategy.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure adherence to building codes, zoning regulations, state regulations, safety standards, and organizational policies.

Perform risk management to minimize project risks and manage changes to scope, schedule, and costs.

Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination

Coordinate internal resources and third‑party vendors for flawless project execution.

Partner with Procurement and Legal for vendor selection, contract negotiations, and performance oversight.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.

Data & Reporting

Lead data management, collection, and reporting for project performance and compliance.

Prepare comprehensive project documentation and conduct post‑project evaluations to identify lessons learned.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

Mentor and manage department project coordinators and point people.

Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams, stakeholders, and other departments.

Build strong relationships across Housing Works departments and foster a culture of teamwork.

Specialized Functions

Assist with Certificate of Need (CON) processes for health facility projects.

Ensure vendors provide required documentation (e.g., certificates of insurance, W‑9 forms).

Serve as OfficeSpace Superuser to manage space assignments and provide training for staff.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree or 3‑5+ years of experience in project or business management.

Proven experience managing projects across sectors such as commercial, institutional, healthcare, or infrastructure.

Experience with healthcare facility renovations in New York State; familiarity with FGI guidelines preferred.

Certifications

PMP or CCM certification preferred; candidates actively pursuing certification are encouraged to apply.

Technical Skills

Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project).

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with Salesforce or similar platforms.

Core Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including client‑facing and internal communication.

Strong stakeholder engagement skills; experience managing cross‑functional teams and third‑party vendors.

Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple high‑value projects in a fast‑paced environment.

Demonstrated critical thinking, sound judgment, and adaptability.

Additional Requirements

Ability to travel to Housing Works sites, as well as attend appointments, meetings, and conferences as required.

This position is hybrid; however, additional onsite days will be required during project execution, at our various sites.

Minimal amount of lifting and moving of items related to projects may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Commitment to working with low‑income and marginalized communities, including individuals with chronic medical and/or behavioral health conditions.

Equal Employment Opportunity Housing Works provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Housing Works complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Housing Works also does not request prior salary information during the hiring process. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Job Security Notice Job candidates should be aware that scammers may pose as employers and create fake job postings in order to extract personal information from individuals for financial gain. Housing Works will never ask job candidates for personal information, such as social security numbers or bank account details, over the phone. If you suspect that a job posting may be fake or wish to confirm that a job posting from Housing Works is genuine, please contact us at

recruitment@housingworks.org .

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