MWBE Coordinator

FULL TIME - IN PERSON (NO HYBRID)
MWBE COORDINATOR

Please email info@burtiscg.com “Compliance” in subject

We are looking for a Full Time MWBE Coordinator in New York City (NYC)

Responsibilities:

The candidate will need excellent interpersonal skills along with the ability to work professionally as a team player in a fast-paced deadline orientated environment.

Understanding of and a keen interest in the construction industry is essential.

The following are anticipated responsibilities, minimum qualification requirements and preferred skills:

Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and confidential matters and information

Attend M/WBE outreach events and activities, as needed

Maintain database of M/WBE companies who express interest in BBJP

Monitor and evaluate contracts, subcontracts, invoices, purchase requisitions, reports,

MWBE plans and other documentation for compliance with the program’s M/WBE policies.

Develop tracking sheets for program documentation.

Perform updates to the MWBE tracking documents - monitor and update subcontractor/subconsultant payments, contract values, goals & commitments

Maintain and update M/WBE data management system and other databases

Conduct outreach and review payment verifications from M/WBE firms

Analyze progress toward attainment of goals and identify ways to improve progress

Coordinate MWBE Quarterly Meetings, update and distribute meeting agenda, and review meeting minutes

Provide information and assistance to contractors and subcontractors related to M/WBE Program

Review requests for waiver from Design Build firms, determine potential M/WBE

participation in waiver requests and review the Good-Faith-Efforts toward attaining the

M/WBE goals Assist with investigations of alleged violations of the M/WBE Programs, as needed

Provide support with the development of monthly, quarterly and/or annual reports on the programs’ progress toward the M/WBE goals

Function (CUF). Create checklist/documents to be used during site visits. Conduct field evaluations of contractors' utilization of M/WBE subcontractors, as needed.

Skills:

Computer skills that include operational knowledge of Microsoft Office, Access and other databases.

Experience with NYS Contract System (B2GNow) is highly desirable.

Strong analytic and computer skills, including proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel and Access queries and reports.

Ability to plan work and carry through to completion without close supervision.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; a strong client service ethic;

Keen interpersonal skills; and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders at various organizational levels.

Minimum Job Requirements:

Education: Associate degree or Bachelor degree in closely related field

Experience: Minimum of 3 years’ experience in compliance of SBE, DBE, MBE and WBE related program implementation

Candidates must be familiar with New York State and New York City laws and regulations regarding M/WBE programs.