Project Officer

Job Description:

STV is seeking a Project Officer to join our Construction Management (CM) team in New York City. This position plays a critical role in supporting the permitting, regulatory compliance, and documentation processes associated with capital construction projects. Working closely with Senior Project Officers, project management staff, design consultants, contractors, and regulatory agencies, the Project Officer will help facilitate project approvals and ensure compliance with applicable municipal requirements.

The ideal candidate will have experience navigating New York City permitting processes, coordinating with regulatory agencies, and supporting construction and capital improvement projects within a fast-paced, client-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Review permit application packages and supporting documentation for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable requirements.
• Coordinate and support permit filings with New York City agencies, including but not limited to the Department of Buildings (DOB), Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and other regulatory entities.
• Assist project teams, consultants, and permit applicants throughout the permit application and approval process.
• Track permit applications, approvals, comments, and agency responses to support project schedules and delivery milestones.
• Deliver and retrieve project documentation from various city agencies as required.
• Work closely with plan examiners, agency representatives, consultants, and project stakeholders to facilitate permit approvals and address review comments.
• Research existing building records, permits, certificates, and regulatory requirements through municipal databases and agency resources.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, records, and permit logs.
• Prepare correspondence, status reports, and project updates for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support construction management teams with regulatory compliance activities and special projects as assigned.
• Perform additional duties as required to support successful project execution.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Engineering Technology, Building Sciences, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience supporting construction, permitting, facilities, architecture, engineering, or capital improvement projects.
• Knowledge of New York City permitting processes, agency requirements, and construction documentation.
• Experience coordinating with regulatory agencies and managing permit-related activities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Strong organizational,