IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF CIVIL ENGINEER, OR SHOW PROOF OF FILING FOR THE CIVIL ENGINEER, EXAM #4030, OR ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM.


The PRP Engineering Team is responsible for managing and coordinating the implementation of simple and complex pedestrian ramp contracts, the design of pedestrian ramps, technical design review of infrastructure projects, assessment of ADA compliancy, reviewing of technical infeasibility documentation, and providing technical trainings in ADA compliance and design standards to inspectors, contractors, in-house teams, and other stakeholders. Working closely with the Engineering Director, the Senior Engineer will assist to ensure the legal obligations outlined in the city's Pedestrian Ramp settlement agreement are met by ensuring the successful execution of pedestrian ramp projects and ensuring that other infrastructure projects fulfill their pedestrian ramp requirements..

The Senior Engineer will participate on a leadership role guiding the group’s engineers and project managers. The Senior Engineer will assist the Engineering Director in the successful execution of pedestrian ramp projects from design through construction completion, providing feedback and engineering technical input during the planning ,design, and construction of infrastructure projects, and providing data as needed for the construction reporting required by the Pedestrian Ramp settlement agreement. The Senior Engineer will assist the Engineering Director and other members of the PRP team to address public inquiries and concerns related to pedestrian ramps during the design and construction stages. The Senior Engineer will be responsible for reviewing work completed by engineering staff, reviewing, and approving technical infeasibility documentation, and, assessing compliancy of pedestrian ramps and other elements of pedestrian facilities both in the office and in the field. The Senior Engineer will assist in the development of agency policies regarding accessibility and pedestrian ramps, maintaining and revising design standards, contracts, and specifications. The selected candidate will assist in the review of projects for pedestrian ramp and ADA design requirements, the development of 3D grading and geometric designs of pedestrian ramps, providing technical trainings, attending site visits to assess field conditions and construction related issues, developing innovative solutions, CADD standards, workflows, and processes to provide accessible streets throughout New York City. The candidate will collaborate with units in DOT, other agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and the public to achieve this and help ensure the agency achieves its goals of safety, access and mobility, livability, cost-effectiveness, sustainability, and resiliency; with emphasis on accessibility.

(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.

The candidate should possess strong technical and managerial skills and have experience in a fast paced, large, complex organization, and possess the ability to prioritize, work effectively under pressure, meet competing deadlines, and work cooperatively with other departments, Government Agencies, elected officials, and the public. Expert knowledge in street reconstruction, design reviews, site grading, accessible design, project scoping and estimating, project management experience is preferred. The candidate should also possess excellent verbal, writing and analytical skills.

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.