Project Manager

The General Operations Team as part of the Bureau for Management Services in UNDP is responsible for premises, facilities, asset management, travel management and BMS Operations.  The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Headquarters in New York City has embarked on a major renovation project to transform the DC1 building into the central hub for all UNDP headquarters personnel. This comprehensive renovation encompasses a range of key elements such as asbestos abatement, interior design, construction, demolition, curtain wall renovation, interior mullion refinishing, lobby renovation, electrical, mechanical and plumbing system upgrades. In addition, the project involves complete furnishing and restacking of the space in full compliance with design and construction documents.

Given the magnitude of the project, detailed coordination is crucial, demanding cohesive collaboration with multiple stakeholders, ensuring conformance with local, state, and federal regulatory standards. General Operations (GO) team is actively seeking a skilled Project Manager with demonstrated experience in large-scale renovation or construction projects. 

The position of Project Manage will be instrumental in managing the project's daily activities and maintaining a harmonious relationship with Clients (internal and external), Landlord, contractors, and diverse group of consultants and vendors, including architects and engineers. The designated Project Manager will operate under the direct purview of the Director of General Operations.  Due to the functional demands of this position and to effectively manage the renovation project, the Project Manager is expected to be onsite during business days.

UNDP adopts a portfolio approach to accommodate changing business needs and leverage linkages across interventions to achieve its strategic goals. Therefore, UNDP personnel are expected to work across units, functions, teams, and projects in multidisciplinary teams in order to enhance and enable horizontal collaboration. 
 
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