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Executive Director, Design and Project Management

New York City, NY, usFull-time2026-10-17 → 2026-11-12

Core

Lead design and construction projects for City agencies within leased and owned spaces, managing project teams, budgets, and stakeholder coordination.

Role type

Senior management executive director (real estate design & project management)

Builds

Construction, renovation, and relocation efforts for City agencies

Domain

Public sector real estate and construction management

Required skills

Strategic planning, budget management, stakeholder coordination, team leadership, lease negotiation oversight, capital planning, resource allocation, compliance management, hiring oversight, cross-agency coordination

Preferred skills

Experience with city planning, sustainable design, or public administration

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Manage design and project management staff teams; Support preparation and maintenance of capital and expense budgets; Assist with lease negotiations regarding design and construction; Provide oversight of directors on construction and relocation coordination; Oversee planning and resource allocation for project development; Oversee creation of cost estimates and bid approvals; Coordinate with Financial Services and Capital Budget Units; Coordinate with other Lines of Service for procurement and payments; Coordinate with administrative entities like Legal, IT, and Building Services; Manage unit staffing needs; Oversee interview and hiring processes; Ensure compliance with Space Guidelines.

Seniority

Executive, strategic leadership & mentorship