Senior Project Manager

Company Description Manatus Development Partners specializes in developing space for not-for-profit organizations to strengthen their missions and improve service delivery across New York City. The firm collaborates closely with community-focused clients to create functional, sustainable, and mission-aligned facilities. By concentrating on projects that support social impact and public benefit, Manatus plays a key role in enhancing the city’s nonprofit infrastructure. Team members have the opportunity to contribute to work that directly supports organizations serving diverse populations and needs. The company values professionalism, accountability, and partnership with stakeholders throughout the development process. Role Description The Senior Project Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in New York, NY, responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and delivery of development projects for not-for-profit clients. Day-to-day tasks include managing project timelines and budgets, coordinating design and construction teams, and ensuring compliance with local aregulations and building codes. The role involves leading expediting activities with city agencies, arranging and overseeing inspections, and resolving issues that may affect project schedules or approvals. The Senior Project Manager will collaborate with stakeholders, prepare project status reports, manage logistics related to materials and contractors, and ensure that project outcomes align with client objectives and quality standards. This position requires hands-on oversight at project sites and regular communication with internal and external partners to keep projects on track. Qualifications Strong project management skills, including experience leading complex real estate or construction projects from planning through completion. Experience with expediting and working as an expeditor, including navigating permitting processes and coordinating with municipal agencies. Proficiency in inspection coordination and oversight, ensuring adherence to safety, quality, and regulatory requirements. Logistics management skills, including scheduling, resource allocation, and coordination of contractors, vendors, and deliveries. Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and track project financials. Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities, with experience collaborating with not-for-profit organizations preferred. Ability to work on-site in New York, NY, with strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Bachelor’s degree in project management, construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field; advanced credentials (e.g., PMP) are a plus. Knowledge of New York City building codes, permitting processes, and local regulatory requirements is highly beneficial. Overall Role Serve as the dedicated, day-to-day leader for the Walton school, owning execution from mobilization through Certificate of Occupancy and school opening. Act as the primary interface between the Owner, Manatus management, Architect, and Construction Manager. Take full responsibility for daily coordination, decision tracking, and issue resolution. Manatus Management Manage daily communication with partnerships/clients, A&E and consultant team. Translate program needs into executable construction direction. Prepare project decision packages and drive timely decisions to avoid schedule impacts. Manage expectations around scope, cost, and schedule, particularly when changes arise. Escalate material risks or unresolved issues to the Manatus team with clear recommendations. Construction Manager & Field Leadership Lead daily coordination with the Construction Manager. Maintain a consistent field presence to enforce standards, sequencing, and accountability. Resolve trade conflicts and field issues decisively to maintain flow of work. Enforce compliance with contract documents, life-safety requirements, and school-specific stan…

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