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

All interested candidates are welcome to apply and will be considered for an interview based on the Minimum Qualification Requirements. Please indicate on your cover letter if you are permanent in the Civil Engineer title or if you are on the DDC Promotional List for Exam #9522 or on the Open-Competitive List for Exam #9045 or #0156.

If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you are required to file for DDC Promotional Exam #4522 and/or Open-Competitive Exam #4030 within the filing period of March 6, 2024 to March 26, 2024. For more information and to apply for the Civil Engineer Exam, visit https://a856-exams.nyc.gov/OASysWeb/home .

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, seeks an Engineer-In-Charge. Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, the selected candidate will be responsible for Design's capital roadway, sewer, and water main projects and will supervise a staff of engineers and technicians, who will design sewers, water mains, and roadways. The Engineer-In-Charge will oversee the installation of all ancillary work; coordinate various stages of project development with interagency and private utility companies; review and produce final contract plans, estimates, and specifications. Additional duties; engaging in the review of consultant design drawings, studies, reports, and the management of consultant design contracts, generating updated comprehensive project reports, and contracted projects; coordinating utility services when needed; preparing and reviewing CPM design schedules; assisting the Director and Deputy Director in the preparation of consultant task orders, and specific contract requirements; and participate in technical consultant selection review committee.

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) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above.
Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Candidates must have strong supervisory experience and excellent verbal and written communication skills and knowledge of the operations, design, and construction of the City's infrastructure system. Knowledge of current and up-to-date engineering methods and standards is preferred.

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.