About the Role
Under general supervision, the Junior Field Representative assists the Project Manager and/or Field Representative in all aspects of a construction project, assisting in the management of field work, contract administration, and monitoring project budgets and schedules. This role involves undertaking assignments as directed and working both independently and under supervision.
Responsibilities
- Inspect installation of the work on a daily basis.
- Assist in coordinating the work of all trades.
- Interpret contract plans and specifications.
- Schedule and supervise required testing and monitor results.
- Attend job meetings, progress meetings and coordination meetings.
- Prepare notes and minutes of meetings and coordinate the associated follow-up.
- Assist in estimating costs and monitoring the project budget.
- Assist in reviewing progress payments.
- Assist in evaluating change proposals and preparing change orders.
- Assist in evaluating claims.
- Assist DASNY Field Representative/Management staff with essential tasks.
- Develop and maintain records for the project or program including contract documents, files, logs, lists and other records.
- Assist with the documentation and implementation of procedures.
- Assist with internal controls implementation, review and testing.
- Undertake special assignments as directed.
- Adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field; or Associate’s degree plus three years relevant experience; or High School diploma or equivalent plus five years experience in work related to this position.
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field strongly preferred, plus one or more years experience in construction inspection or supervision of construction projects, or a High School diploma plus six years experience in work related to this position.
- Knowledge of project management systems and scheduling software programs.
- Weekly travel may be required, depending on assignment.
- Must be available to occasionally work a modified work schedule or extended workday hours.
Skills
- Demonstrated analytical and conceptual skills.
- Strong oral and written communications skills.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and diplomacy skills.
- Demonstrated ability to read and understand construction related documents.
- Proficiency in PC applications such as Outlook, Excel, and Word.
- Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize.
Location
- Bronx Community College & Hostos Community College
Work Type
- Onsite
- Construction site
- Office environment
Experience Level
- Entry Level Professional
- Para
- 3 years relevant experience (with Associate's degree)
- 5 years experience (with High School diploma)
- 1+ years experience (preferred, with Bachelor's degree)
- 6 years experience (preferred, with High School diploma)
Education Level
- Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field
- Associate's degree
- High School diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $55,093 - $71,719
Benefits
- Choice of several health insurance plans
- Dental & vision insurance
- Membership in the NYS Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
- 13 vacation days per year
- 13 sick days per year
- 5 days of personal leave per year
- 12 paid holidays per year (plus one float day)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Training & development opportunities
- Limited Work from Home (LWFH) after 6 months of employment
- Eligibility for Public Services Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF Program)
About the Company
- DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.
