The Department of Transportations (DOT) mission is to provide for the safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible movement of people and goods in the City of New York and to maintain and enhance the transportation infrastructure crucial to the economic vitality and quality of life of our primary customers, City residents. The Office of Construction Mitigation and Coordination (OCMC)-Streets in the Bureau of Permit Management and Construction Control is tasked with reviewing all construction permit applications and developing traffic stipulations to allow construction activity to occur with minimal disruption to businesses, motorists, bicyclists, and pedestrians, and avoiding conflicts with other construction projects and special events. OCMC-Streets interacts with project engineers, other city agencies, NYSDOT, community boards, elected officials, and the general public to resolve construction issues related to mobility.

OCMC-Streets is seeking an ambitious and motivated candidate to serve as Project Manager Intern. The successful candidate will report to the Director for OCMC-Streets. The candidate will be responsible for assisting with the following: a) reviewing construction plans for both private and governmental contract work, b) collecting necessary data and information for the purpose of developing traffic stipulations to incorporate into governmental contracts, c) reviewing construction permit applications for the purpose of issuing traffic stipulations on construction activity permits, d) organizing, chairing and attending coordination meetings related to building construction activity occurring on the city’s roadways and sidewalks, e) conducting in-depth field investigations to develop necessary traffic detours related to construction and following up with other NYC DOT units, other agencies, contractors and expediters as necessary to ensure construction is occurring according to permit requirements, and community concerns are being addressed. When needed, the candidate will assist with providing alternative methods for performing construction to reduce the impact upon the public. The candidate will also be responsible for assisting in the investigation of complaints received from the public, elected officials, and other agencies, related to construction activity, and preparing written responses based on obtained permit data and/or information gathered during site visits, and determining further action to be taken.

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration; or
2. A masters degree in architecture that is the first professional degree in architecture
from an accredited college or university.

Possession of a driver’s license valid in the State of New York. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to identify problems manage against tight timelines and prioritize projects. Knowledge of NYC Streets, Data Warehouse, Microsoft Word, and Excel desired.

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.

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

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.