New York/ New Jersey Chapter

Contract Compliance Manager, Facilities Finance

Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is a world renowned organization dedicated to the progressive control and cure of cancer through programs of patient care, research, and education.

Join us as a Contract Compliance Manager, Facilities Finance to get on the ground floor of one of the largest healthcare construction programs in New York.  Help us develop contracting strategy and ensure financial controls as we build the next generation of facilities for cancer treatment.  The Contract Compliance Manager is accountable for contracting on all construction projects managed by the Facilities Management Division.  The Manager works closely with internal and external legal counsel and the General Manager of Finance to:

1.              Recommend contracting strategy,

2.              Review contracts, and

3.              Minimize financial risk through monitoring, training, and vendor management.

Bachelors degree from a nationally ranked university is required. Minimum of five (5) years in construction project management is required.  An additional three (3) years with primary responsibility for developing and negotiating contracts with vendors on construction projects is also required.  Ideal candidate will have over ten (10) years in construction project management in healthcare, higher education, or laboratories and experience managing contracting across a program of construction projects.  Certified Construction Auditor or Certified Public Accountant is preferred.  The right candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

MSKCC is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. We offer an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement.

To be considered, please apply online at the link below or visit www.mskcc.org/jobs (Job ID 2851)

http://mskcc.hodesiq.com/careers/job-details.asp?JobID=3509426

March 3, 2013

Dear Members,

The New York/New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Construction Auditors was formed in October 2010.  We proudly hold the position of being the first chapter formed by National.

Shortly after formation, the executive board consisting of myself, Bob Cecere Jr,, Aamir Marvi, and Salvatore Cascone took office.  We have worked hard creating the formation of the chapter, recruiting new members, creating our social media presence and hosting our first successful open house this August.  At this time we are looking for volunteers who are interested in taking the chapter to the next level.

We are seeking nominations for the Executive Board of 2013 and 2014.  If you are interested, the following positions are available:

• President
• Vice – president
• Secretary
• Treasurer

Anyone who is a member and in good standing as of March 1, 2013  is eligible to run for any of these positions.  Please advise me of your interest by March 15, 2013 by sending a message to denise.cicchella@auspiciumco.com.  Even if you are not interested, please note that I will be asking for you to vote for your officers for the upcoming term on March 18, 2013.  Please stay tuned for ballet information and voting instructions.

Members of the same corporation, please note, multiple members can apply to hold positions but our bylaws state that only one member per corporation is allowed.

It has been my pleasure to serve as your president and I look forward to future success for the chapter.

Yours truly,

Denise Cicchella

NY/NJ NACA President

(877) 550-6802

(201) 835-4069

2-07 Berdan Avenue

Fair Lawn, NJ  07410

denise.cicchella@auspiciumco.com

Dear Colleague,

The Executive Board of the New York/New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Construction Auditors invites you to our FALL PROGRAM

Wednesday, November 14, 2012

5:30 – 8:30 pm

General Society of Mechanics & Tradesmen of the City of New York

20 West 44^th Street, between 5^th & 6^th Avenues , New York, NY  10036

This is a non-food service location/event

You are invited to attend and participate in our Fall 2012 Meeting.  We plan on having two (2) 50 minute CPE sessions, beginning at 6pm.  Half-hour networking time will commence at 5:30 pm and 8pm.  Please come meet your industry peers and share and learn about controlling construction.

The chapter was founded to advance the visibility of construction auditing in the NY/NJ metro area, provide a forum to discuss current issues in the profession, and provide networking opportunities to optimize communication and support of those in the field.

The association is open to all professionals associated with the construction industry.  Some of the disciplines that are currently represented in the Association are: accountants, attorneys, insurance professionals, engineers, cost control professionals, architects and construction auditors.

The cost of the program is $30 for NACA Members, $40 for non-members ($35 for NACA Members and $45 for non-members at the door)

Checks can be made out to: National Association of Construction Auditors

We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday, November 14^th, 2012

Is anyone familiar with a NJ ruling that the state of NJ will only authorize one person per architectural firm to be licensed so that they control who signs off on drawings?     This is what I was just told as reason for having non-licensed professionals as architects on the project I am auditing.  I would like to be able to cite this better and verify the accuracy.  Any help would be great.  Please comment or send a message to:

denise.cicchella@auspiciumco.com

Open House was a great success!  There were over 37 attendees and some excellent speakers, great questions, new ideas, new friends, and a lot of networking.

Stay tuned for photos and comments from attendees!

August 22, 2012

Construction Audit: Adding Value

Agenda

12:00 – 12:25                                                          Networking

12:25 – 12:30                                                          Welcome and Opening Remarks:  Construction Audit Principles and Adding Value

Denise Cicchella, President

12:30 – 1:30                                                             Lunch

12:30 – 12:50                                                          Meet the Officers

Salvatore Cascone, Treasurer

                                                                                                            Aamir Marvi, Secretary

                                                                                                            Bob Cecere, Jr., Vice President

                                                                                                            Denise Cicchella, President

12:50 – 1:00                                                             National Association of Construction Auditors Chairman and President,  Brian Felix

1:00 – 1:30                                                                Larry Bartelmucci, Anderson Kill  & Olick – Get what you think you are paying for: adding value through insurance specifications, procurement, claim quantification and valuation.

1:30 – 2:00                                                                Finley Harckham, Anderson Kill & Olick – Case Study: After the Insurance Claim

2:00 – 2:15                                                                Networking Break

2:15 – 2:45                                                                Bob Cecere, Jr., Thacher Associates – First, Secure the Site

2:45 – 3:15                                                                Denise Cicchella, Auspicium – Managing and Building your Construction Audit Team

3:15 – 3:45                                                                Panel Discussion:  Ask the Experts

Nick DiMola, Quality Plus and Associates

                                                                                                            Paul Flora, Quality Plus and Associates

Brian Felix,  BDF & Associates – Chairman of National Association of Construction Auditors

3:45 – 4:00                                                                Closing Remarks – Upcoming Events – Call for Officers

Denise Cicchella

                                                                                                            Bob Cecere, Jr.

The board would like to thank you for your attendance and we hope to see you at future events!

Attendees to the NY/NJ Naca open house will be able to talk to the experts and gain valuable insight from industry leaders such as Brian Felix, Paul Flora, Nick DiMola, and Mike D’Angio.  Sign up now before it’s too late!

Other areas of interest:  Bob Cecere Jr. will be talking about Site Safety and Denise Cicchella will be discussing How to Develop and Manage  a Solid Construction Audit Team.

Turn around is growing so opportunities to network are numerous!

RSVP to training@nynjnaca.org.

NACA National Conference coming soon!

http://www.dailymarkets.com/stock/2012/08/13/its-time-dont-miss-out-national-association-of-construction-auditors-2nd-annual-conference-in-las-vegas-nevada-september-17-19-2012/

An interesting read on how even in a tightly managed project, overcharges can result.  This audit was performed by National’s Brian Felix.  Great catch Brian!

www.chicoer.com/news/ci_21280946/chico-state-audit-finds-overcharges-sutter-hall-project

If you could ask a panel of experts anything about construction controls or construction audit, what would it be?