The Project Management Services group leads design and construction projects on behalf of our clients and manages these projects through planning, funding and financing, design, permitting and approvals, bidding, construction, closeout, and occupancy.

The Senior Project Manager will work closely with other members of the Project Management Services group to serve a range of nonprofit clients, typically acting as the client’s primary point of contact.

Key responsibilities of the Senior Project Manager include:

• Develop a strategy for undertaking assigned projects including identifying scope of work, team requirements, potential risks, and overall project approach.
• Lead the selection of project teams including preparing and administering RFPs, bid leveling, and overseeing the award process.
• Monitor the work of project team members, including supporting their adherence to government requirements and other certifications/standards, and acting as liaison between project team members, vendors, the client, and Denham Wolf.
• Prepare project budgets, and subsequently track and coordinate the financial performance of projects.
• Support the administration and reporting processes related to project funding and financing, among others.
• Develop project schedules, and track and coordinate those schedules.
• Oversight of furniture, fixture, and equipment procurement and installations and project close-out process.

In addition, all members of the Project Management Services group contribute to maintaining Denham Wolf’s property, project, and CRM databases and the overall marketing of Denham Wolf’s services to the nonprofit community. 

The role of Senior Project Manager is full-time, New York-based, and includes both in-person and remote components. The position reports to the Managing Director of Project Management Services. 

Requirements

Ideal candidates for the position of Senior Project Manager possess the following experience and characteristics:

• A relevant graduate degree is preferred (preferably in building sciences, architecture, engineering, or real estate); an undergraduate degree is required.
• A minimum of eight (8) years of experience in the commercial real estate and/or AEC industries.
• Excellent technical skills related to the oversight of design and construction projects.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including persuasive writing and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple projects and effectively prioritize tasks under tight deadlines.
• An aptitude for creative problem solving and consensus-building.
• Professional experience with New York City nonprofits and/or government agencies, including financing strategies and public sector funding, is preferred.
• A passion for serving the nonprofit community and for partnering with others to make a positive societal impact is essential. 

Compensation

Compensation for all full-time professionals at Denham Wolf is salary-based and commensurate with experience. The base salary for this position is $140,000-$150,000. Performance bonuses and other compensation incentives are available and subject to meeting and exceeding defined performance metrics.

Denham Wolf offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes employer contribution to medical, vision, and dental insurance, employer contribution to 401(k), continuing education tuition assistance, and three weeks of vacation annually.

Application

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to careers@denhamwolf.com with “Senior Project Manager” in the subject line. Initial screenings will begin on October 9; Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until the position is filled.