Vice President Operations

Jamestown Management Corporation•New York, NY

About The Position

The Vice President of Operations is responsible for leading Property Management Operations construction across the Industry City campus, with a primary focus on leasing support and tenant improvements. This role bridges leasing, design, and operations construction to ensure efficient delivery of tenant spaces and base building upgrades while maintaining operational integrity across the portfolio.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in facilities, property management, operations construction, project management, or real estate development, with a focus on mixed-use or large-scale assets.
Strong background in tenant improvements and leasing-driven construction
Demonstrated experience managing capital projects (roofing, façade, windows, infrastructure)
Expertise in NYC Local Laws, permitting, and compliance requirements
Experience overseeing vertical transportation systems and compliance programs.
Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects across a large portfolio
All computer applications and hardware related to performance of the essential functions of the job.
Conflict Management Resolution
Organizational and interpersonal skills
The ability to meet deadlines; accomplish work in order of priority; professionally maintain composure & effectiveness under pressure and changing conditions

Responsibilities

Lead all leasing-driven construction efforts, including tenant fit-outs, white box deliveries, and space repositioning
Partner with leasing to support deal execution through budgeting, scheduling, and feasibility assessments
Oversee tenant improvement (TI) projects from design through closeout, ensuring alignment with lease terms and timelines
Standardize TI processes to drive speed, cost control, and consistency across the campus
Oversee base building capital projects including:
Local Law compliance projects
Window replacement programs
Roof replacements and envelope upgrades
Infrastructure modernization initiatives
Direct internal and external project management teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget
Manage capital planning, scopes, and execution strategies across a multi-building portfolio
Assist Industry City in house Development Team with large Scale Construction project management.
Maintain operational oversight of ~126 elevators across the campus
Ensure coordination and compliance with all required inspections including Periodic, Category 1 and Category 5 testing
Oversee the in-house elevator team and third-party vendors
Manage elevator modernization, repair programs, and uptime performance
Ensure all building systems and projects comply with NYC codes, Local Laws, and safety regulations
Oversee permitting, inspections, and agency coordination related to construction and infrastructure work
Maintain strict adherence to safety standards and risk mitigation practices
Fire Alarm Systems
Develop and manage capital and project budgets across all construction activities
Review, negotiate, and manage contracts with consultants, contractors, and vendors
Track project costs, change orders, and financial performance
Serve as the primary liaison between leasing, operations, engineering, and ownership
Align construction delivery with leasing timelines and operational constraints
Provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, and milestones