Assistant Vice President of Parks and Capital Projects
hace 12 horas
Jersey City
Title: Assistant Vice President of Parks and Capital Projects Position Type: Full time, Regular Salary Range: $175,000 - $185,000 The Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC and/or the Corporation) is a public benefit corporation, state authority and a political subdivision of the State of New York, which operates under Title 35 of the Public Authorities Law. RIOC’s mission is to plan, design, develop, operate, maintain and manage Roosevelt Island. As part of this mandate, RIOC operates and maintains several facilities, including the Cultural Center, Sportspark, and the Motorgate Garage; as well as open spaces such as Firefighter’s Field, Southpoint Park, and Lighthouse Park, among other facilities and locations. Infrastructure operations also include the Aerial Tramway, AVAC and free Red Bus services throughout Roosevelt Island. RIOC’s Public Safety Department serves as the community’s first responders in coordination with the New York City Police Department. RIOC’s workforce is comprised of administrative staff and union workers from Local 210, 32BJ, and PSOBA. POSITION OVERVIEW: The Assistant Vice President of Parks and Capital Projects Department leads both capital project delivery and day-to-day operations for the Roosevelt Island Operating Corporation (RIOC). The Parks and Capital Projects Department is responsible for maintenance, horticultural, design, and construction of a wide variety of projects throughout Roosevelt Island. Project types include waterfront development, aerial tramway modernization, AVAC system maintenance, major infrastructure, resiliency, and public open spaces. Reporting to the Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, the AVP directs the Maintenance and the Grounds and Horticulture Departments, which keep the island’s public spaces, irrigation, roads, lighting, and building systems clean, safe and in good repair. These departments are each led by a Director and an Assistant Director, and union workforce. The Maintenance Department includes six (6) Handy Persons (Local 210). The Grounds and Horticulture Department includes ten (10) Groundskeepers (32BJ). The AVP also leads capital planning, design, and construction for multiple projects on behalf of RIOC. The Capital Projects Department is supported by the Senior Director of Capital Planning and Resiliency, and the Senior Director of Construction. The position is responsible for identifying and mitigating the risks inherent in building innovative and complex projects, ensuring projects controls are in place, and working towards a greater level of equity and inclusion with MWDBE participation. The AVP is the primary manager of the Capital team’s project contracts, providing oversight for all phases of work, from procurement, design and preconstruction to project close-out. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Park Operations Leadership: • Direct the Maintenance Department and the Grounds and Horticulture Department through their Directors, setting annual goals, service standards and performance measures for each., • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for routine maintenance, grounds care, waste removal, inspections and emergency response., • Ensure all employees are oriented, trained, and evaluated, and coach the department Directors in managing staff, contractors and budgets. Grounds and Horticulture: • Oversee care of the island’s green space, trees, plant beds, and open spaces, including seasonal planting, pruning, turf care, irrigation and tree health., • Maintain a long-term horticultural plan and tree inventory that enhances the island’s parks and open spaces., • Set and enforce groundskeeping standards for waste removal, sustainable practices, snow operations and overall appearance of public spaces., • Oversee waste removal, recycling, and composting programs, including collection routes, and assessing opportunities to elevate these practices., • Ensure proper preparedness and response protocols for snow and ice, storms, flooding, utility failures and other emergencies are in place. Maintenance and Facilities: • Oversee preventive and corrective maintenance of island infrastructure, including roads, sidewalks, lighting, HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems, the Automated Vacuum Collection (AVAC) plant, and other public spaces., • Direct the use of our computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to ensure work orders are logged, scheduled, prioritized and reported. Establish inspection and condition reporting routines, and track recurring issues and asset condition to inform repair, replacement and capital priorities., • Maintain an on-call rotation and escalation protocol, and coordinate with RIOC departments during incidents., • Ensure safety protocols are reviewed and refreshed regularly. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Capital Program Capital Program and Major Contracts: • Oversee the Tramway Operations and Maintenance Contract to ensure proper execution and direct the capital expenditure planning and implementation regarding long-term overhauls., • Responsible for facilitating and tracking department goals and imparting the RIOC vision and mission to staff., • Provide technical and administrative support in the creation and maintaining of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)., • Provide project supervision of department to advise/direct on a continual basis to ensure proper momentum and path. Design & Construction: • Oversee all phases of development, from procurement of the architecture, engineering and construction team to existing conditions assessments, programming, feasibility studies, estimating and budgeting, schematic design through construction documentation, regulatory submissions, bidding, construction, and project close-out., • Interface with senior staff level officials at related City, State and Federal Agencies as needed., • Monitor and ensure project goals, including scope, budget, and schedule, are met., • Execute a risk-based management approach to project delivery which includes identifying, forecasting, and appropriately mitigating project risk., • Anticipate regulatory and approval processes as well as critical path workflow to ensure positive project momentum., • Lead and influence project teams to achieve desired outcomes., • Represent RIOC at professional and public forums, including the RIOC executive committee., • Collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders., • Create, build, and develop effective working relationships with consultants and city/state officials., • Delegate and assign work appropriate to employees’ capabilities and RIOC needs. Management & Communication: • Interface with and coordinate the various departments at RIOC to ensure that the relevant expertise is brought to bear on each project., • Correctly interpret and apply RIOC policies and procedures., • Communicate effectively and inclusively at all levels of the organization, • Provide oversight and mentorship of Capital Projects team., • Present to internal and external stakeholders including the RIOC Board of Directors, elected officials, city and state agencies, and community groups., • Ensure all employees are oriented to their position and provided with appropriate training, development and continuing education. Monitor performance, provide coaching, and feedback on an ongoing basis., • Perfroms other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: • Bachelor’s or equivalent degree required; master's degree preferred., • Preference for Professional registration (PE, RA, RLA, AICP, CUD, CCM, PMP)., • 10+ years of relevant professional experience in architecture, construction, real estate development, owner’s representation, or a related field., • 5+ years of relevant professional experience overseeing maintenance, grounds or facilities operations in a park, campus or public setting., • Demonstrated experience managing projects from start to finish, leading projects through ambiguity, and galvanizing resources from various teams in concerted action., • Demonstrated ability leading teams and developing and mentoring staff., • Demonstrated experience in effective relationship management, written and verbal communication, and delivering presentations., • Demonstrated track record of developing and maintaining productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Proficiency and experience with construction, building management and maintenance software preferred. What we offer: A comprehensive benefits package, including free health, dental and vision, paid holidays, sick and vacation days, commuter benefits, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, free parking, or monthly transit check, free membership to our Sportspark complex, EAP, LTD and Life Insurance Programs. RIOC also offers an exciting work environment with a beautiful view of Manhattan and Long Island City. RIOC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on candidates based on race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, military status or any other protected characteristic. Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant has been extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988.
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