Assistant Vice President, Project Support Team New York, New York, United States

New York, New York, United StatesOur Vision

: To make New York City the global model for inclusive innovation and economic growth, fueled by the City’s diverse people and businesses.Our Mission

:

Creating a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers.POSITION OVERVIEW

:The Innovation Industries department at NYCEDC oversees real estate and capital projects, financial incentives, government wayfinding and regulatory reform, and workforce initiatives and diverse entrepreneurship programs to ensure New York City

remains

a global leader in innovation, and that we provide pathways of opportunity for all New Yorkers in our tech, life sciences, clean tech, and creative industries.

For example, we launch wet and dry labs, video game production facilities, or AI and robotics innovation studios for therapeutic discovery and healthcare tech.Initially

Reporting to the

VP of the Project Support Team

(PST)

and working closely with the Department EVP and Division Heads

, the

Assistant Vice President (

AVP

)

will support established and emerging projects with

procurement strategy,

deal execution and post contract support

through the point when they

commence construction or operations,

then

handing projects over to other members of the PST team

for

ongoing oversight and closeout.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

:Project manage procurement strategy, process, contracting efforts, amendments, filing of certificates to proceed, and post-contract compliance for capital projects and programsDraft contracts, correspondence, submissions and supporting documentation for capital projects and programs including designation letters and award letters, funding agreements, and certificates to proceedLiaise with cross-functional teams, including EDC Legal and City Law, EDC Finance and OMB, Contracts, Budget, and AccountingEstablish best practices including closing checklists, model forms, and a library of samples to drive efficiency through the processCreate a central and standardized database of all existing innovation capital projects and ongoing project management including project status, milestone dates, outstanding docs and approvals with associated timelines for project teams to fill inDocument capital procurement, contracting, Certificate to Proceed, Funding Agreement, and registration process and create clear Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to guide project teams and “client” counter partiesActively contribute to team building, staff, and departmental developmentQUALIFICATIONS

:5+ years of deal experience in a relevant field such as real estate, investment banking, or project finance, or public sector experience in a relevant functionDemonstrated

proficiency

with commercial transactions, project management, and financial analysis ·Demonstrated written and oral communication skillsKeen attention to detail and ability to prioritize competing needs and opportunitiesHighly analytical and strategically minded, with a proven ability to creatively navigate and solve complex challengesProactive “self-starter” and “team player” who is enterprising and resourceful, organized and results-orientedMust obtain/

maintain

New York City residency within

180 days

of hireSalary Range$100,000 - $103,000 USDAbout Us :

New York City Economic Development Corporation is a mission-driven, nonprofit organization that works for a vibrant, inclusive, and globally competitive economy for all New Yorkers. We take a comprehensive approach, through four main strategies: strengthen confidence in NYC as

a great place

to do business; grow innovative sectors, with a focus on equity; build neighborhoods as places to live, learn, work, and play; and deliver sustainable infrastructure for communities and the city’s future economy

.N

YCEDC

is committed to offering competitive benefits to support employee health, happiness, and work-life balance

.

We offer comprehensive benefits and unique

perks

to ensure NYCEDC employees flourish in their professional and personal lives:Medical, dental, and pharmacy plansVision and hearing benefitsFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent careShort term and long-term disability coverage100% employer covered life insurance and supplemental life insurance coverageUp to 25 vacation daysFloating Holidays and Summer FridaysParental leave - up to 20 paid weeksRetirement savings programs

Company-paid 401(a) defined contribution plan457(b) tax-advantaged retirement savings plan

Tuition Reimbursement programContinuing education and professional developmentPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerCollege savings planA Calm.com membership for mindfulness and mental health supportEmployee discounts through Plum Benefits, Student Loan Servicing tools, and much moreBenefits listed above may vary based on the length and nature of your employment with New York City Economic Development Corporation. These benefits are subject to be modified at any time, at the discretion of the organization.The New York City Economic Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Social Responsibility Mission is to create a People First strategy by attracting,

retaining

, and engaging a diverse and talented workforce. Like the city of New York, NYCEDC knows our strength

comes from each of our connected parts, making the fabric of our organization better and stronger because of our unique employees' talents.For more information, visit our website at

edc.nyc

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