Manager, Centralized Construction Mentor Program

The Mayor's Office of Contract Services (MOCS) is a New York City oversight and service agency that manages procurement citywide, from planning and release of agency solicitations to payment of vendors. Annually, agencies procure billions in products and services from a diverse pool of vendors that represent various industries. MOCS therefore aims to ensure that the procurement process remains fair, transparent, efficient, and cost-effective.

The Mayor’s Office of Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (OM/WBE) was created to address income inequality across the city and address the disparity in NYC Contracts awarded to certain ethnic and gender groups and the City’s overall representation in NYC Contracting.

OM/WBE is responsible for oversight, policy, interagency coordination and accountability for the City of New York’s Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBE). Its services as the one-stop shop for MWBEs interested in doing business with the City of New York and its respective Agencies. The office in conjunction with other NYC Agencies is responsible for the recruitment, growth, development, and integration of NYC certified MWBEs into specific procurement opportunities.

Job Description:
Reporting to the Centralized Construction Mentor Program (CCMP) Director, the CCMP Manager is responsible for supporting the Director in planning and overseeing administrative and
operational matters for the newly launched Mentor Program. Under the direction of the Director, the CCMP Manager supports oversight of all contracted consultants, participating
operating agencies, as well as Mentor Program projects to ensure that day-to-day operations of the Mentor Program is coordinated and running smoothly.

-Supports the execution and delivery of core services of the Mentor Program.
-Implements standardized program operating procedures to ensure that minority and small business firms are afforded opportunities in Mentor Program construction projects.
-Compiles and produces Mentor Program reports delineating budgets, expenditures, goals, initiatives, achievements, and statistical analyses.
-Supports the maintenance and operations of effective reporting systems to ensure that all mentor construction management firms are adhering to policy.
-Conducts visits to various construction sites to ensure compliance with labor law requirements and program guidelines.
-Serves as a key liaison between the various oversight entities, agencies, outside contractors, and consultants for the Mentor Program.
-Support mentees in obtaining appropriate loans, lines of credit and bonding, as needed.
-Maintains appropriate liaison relationships with other public sector organizations, educational facilities, community groups and civic organizations.
-Supports development and execution of outreach and marketing strategy to maximize outreach events designed to recruit and retain firms in the Mentor Program.
-Supports development of alternate procurement processes and evaluates their implementation.
-Under the guidance of the Director, prepares and analyzes the annual operating budget for the Mentor Program.
-Serves as a key member of the Office, executing strategies, and operationalizing policies and procedures for the unit.
-Performs related duties, as assigned.

Preferred Skills:
-Seven years of full-time experience in operations, construction, management, administration, or a related field.
-Two years of full-time experience with City budgeting (both capital and expense) and the City’s procurement process.
-Experience working with complex design and construction project management, schedule management, and cost management.
-Experience managing and closing construction contracts.
-Broad knowledge of management policies, practices, and techniques used to control or administer complex technical operations.

Additional Information:
To best serve the City we represent, Mayor’s Office of Contract Services (MOCS) seeks individuals from a variety of backgrounds who can bring different perspectives to contribute to the work of the office. MOCS also seeks candidates who want to contribute to a work environment that values teamwork, inclusion and respect.

MOCS recognizes the unique skills and strengths gained through military service. Veterans and service members of the U.S. Armed Forces are strongly encouraged to apply. Special accommodations provided to applicants with disabilities. Please contact MOCS Disability Service Facilitator at [email protected] or 212/298-0800. Only to request an accommodation. No other personal inquiries permitted.

55-a Program:
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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1. Do you have a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university?

2. Do you have an associate degree from an accredited college or university along with two (2) years of experience with administrative, analytic, coordinative, supervisory or liaison responsibilities?

3. Do you have a four-year high school diploma, or its educational equivalent approved by a state's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization along with four (4) years of experience as described in question "2" above?

4. Do you have a satisfactory combination of education and/or experience equivalent to that described in questions "1," "2," and/or "3" above?

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.