Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Engineer title or those who are reachable on the agency’s promotional list (exam #1506), or the open-competitive list (exam #1122) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure is seeking a Director for the Pedestrian Ramps Program. Under the direction of the Assistant Commissioner, the selected candidate will be responsible for the supervision of a design section consisting of three (3) design squads of engineering and technical staff, and consultant engineering firms in carrying out in-house and consultant design pedestrian ramp projects, which may also include, but not limited to design of roadways, sewers, watermains, and retaining walls. S/he will prepare and review contract plans, specifications, and itemized cost estimates; ensure compliance with the latest standards and regulations; review the Capital Project Initiation (CPI) reports (scope of work, schedule, and budget) submitted by City agencies; develop schedule for the projects, and ensure projects and tasks are completed on time and within budget. In addition, the selected candidate will manage and train staff to carry out all areas of the Unit's functions, including the areas of design and consultant contract management; ensure payments and performance evaluations are done properly and timely; review consultants staffing and schedule; ensure proper staffing levels are assigned to projects, and that schedules are reasonable, and corrective measures are implemented to avoid delays; participate in technical consultant selection review committee; and conduct/review fee proposal negotiations.
The selected candidate will also represent the Design Unit at meetings dealing with Utility companies, City, State, and Federal agencies.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:
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1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.

Preference will be given to candidates with at least four years of strong managerial, administrative, or supervisory experience with design experience related to infrastructure work (i.e., sewer, water mains, roadways), familiarity with troubleshoot hydraulic, geotechnical and structural issues familiarity with NYCDOT, NYSDOT, and NYCDEP specifications and standards familiarity with MUTCD, AASHTO, ADA, and PROWAG understanding of the NYC street infrastructure system and knowledge of current and up-to-date engineering methods and standard. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, knowledge and use of computers, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is a must.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.