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The Project Officer is responsible for ensuring all school construction projects comply with Federal, State, City, and SCA safety requirements through regular inspections. They identify safety deficiencies, issue compliance notices, and provide technical guidance to contractors and site personnel.
Requires a Bachelor's degree and five years of progressively responsible technical experience in construction or design, including two years of construction management. A valid New York State Driver's License is mandatory.
Build your career while building NYC schools!
The SCA’s Safety Division provides optimum protection to the students, teachers, school personnel and the general public during all new construction and renovation of New York City school buildings by enforcing all applicable safety rules and regulations in a firm, fair and consistent manner as well as educating SCA personnel, general contractors and subcontractors regarding City, State, Federal and SCA mandated safety rules and regulations.
Responsibilities include:
Conducts scheduled and special inspections for active projects and reported emergencies. Conduct unannounced site-specific safety compliance inspections on all assigned projects. Inspection to be completed timely and to contain all relevant factors, averages 3-5 inspections per day.
Identify site specific safety deficiencies. Discuss safety recommendations for correction and compliance with the Site Supervisor and Project Officer.
Conducts follow up inspections and follow-through activities to ensure appropriate corrective actions have been taken.
Review approved site safety plan on site to ensure contractor's compliance.
Review contractor's relevant training records, permits, licenses, and logbooks.
Conduct accident/incident visits as requested and submit related written reports regarding relevant circumstances.
Discuss problems relating to safety with SCA Safety Director, Managing Inspector, the SCA Project Officer, and appropriate site personnel.
Participate in requested safety meetings, including pre-construction meetings as requested by Construction Management and Contractors.
Attend and participate in different PE inspections in company of Engineer of records, SCA Project Officer, and Contractor.
Use independent judgement when issuing 48-hour and 24-hour compliance notices and stop work orders. Follow up and respond appropriately to ensure compliance with the noted deficiencies on specific projects.
Responsible for all related safety awareness and compliance for assigned projects; use independent judgement to review and resolve field conditions that impact life safety immediately.
Participate in the implementation of safety training as required; help develop and implement policies and procedures for the safety division.
Help with the review of contractor’s Site Safety Plan, Safe Work Plan, and Job Hazard analysis.
Visit various job sites as required in the performance of the above duties. Perform other related tasks.
Minimum Qualifications
Five years of full time, progressively responsible work as a technical specialist in one or more construction and design related fields; two years must involve managing all phases of construction work of a scale and scope similar to the Authority.
Valid NYS Driver's License
Bachelor's Degree
Civil Service Classification: Non-Competitive
Posting End Date: 8/25/2026
Salary Range: $91,193 - $155,274
It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
Prescription Drug Options
Dental & Vision Coverage
NYC Qualified Pension Plan (QPP)
Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
Transit Check Program
Public Loan Forgiveness Program
Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) Benefits
As part of our ongoing commitment to employee growth and development, the SCA’s Learning and Development (L&D) program offers a variety of valuable benefits. These include tuition reimbursement for continued education that is directly related to your current role, as well as access to a broad range of individual and organizational training opportunities. Trainings on leadership development, technical skill-building, compliance, personal and professional growth. These programs are designed to strengthen performance, boost engagement, and ensure our workforce is fully equipped to meet both current and future organizational goals.
The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here: https://www.e-verify.gov/employees
Our mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools in New York City.
The NYC School Construction Authority’s (SCA, NYCSCA) mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools for children throughout the many communities of New York City. We are dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost-effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality and integrity. We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent service, developing partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. If you are looking to be a part of a stimulating workplace that is culturally diverse, the New York City School Construction Authority is the place to be. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. In addition to offering employment opportunities with the SCA, we are committed to expanding the base of firms doing business with us and making it easier to communicate and succeed together. Go to the following link to find resources on how to get prequalified so you can be awarded work with the SCA, as well as information regarding MWLBE certification requirements and information regarding our Mentor and Graduate Mentor programs: http://www.nycsca.org/Business/Pages/default.aspx Follow us on all social media platforms via https://linktr.ee/nycsca
Offices: 30-30 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, New York 11101, US
Our mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools in New York City.
The NYC School Construction Authority’s (SCA, NYCSCA) mission is to design and construct safe, attractive and environmentally sound public schools for children throughout the many communities of New York City. We are dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost-effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence in safety, quality and integrity. We seek professionals dedicated to providing excellent service, developing partnerships in the community, and implementing programs aligned with our mission and vision. If you are looking to be a part of a stimulating workplace that is culturally diverse, the New York City School Construction Authority is the place to be. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package. In addition to offering employment opportunities with the SCA, we are committed to expanding the base of firms doing business with us and making it easier to communicate and succeed together. Go to the following link to find resources on how to get prequalified so you can be awarded work with the SCA, as well as information regarding MWLBE certification requirements and information regarding our Mentor and Graduate Mentor programs: http://www.nycsca.org/Business/Pages/default.aspx Follow us on all social media platforms via https://linktr.ee/nycsca
Offices: 30-30 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, New York 11101, US
