*This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Architect civil service title or 2) on leave from the title.

The Architecture Unit in the Capital Division designs, restores and/or modernizes existing or new Parks structures, ranging from a new recreation center to a historic house renovation. This work impacts neighborhood growth, public health and recreation in communities throughout New York City.

Major Responsibilities

- Under direction of the Team Leader and Design Director of Architecture, develop designs and bid documents for new buildings and adaptive re-use of existing structures. Produce high quality construction documents for bidding and construction.
- Manage consulting architects and engineers to produce high quality designs. Develop requests for proposals to obtain consultant services as necessary.
- Manage all phases of project development from scope definition through construction administration.
- Develop construction estimates and project schedules for supervisor’s approval. Ensure assigned projects meet approved budgets and schedules.
- Manage, direct, and coordinate architectural project team(s) and projects designs for in-house and consultant led projects to produce complete, sustainable and technically excellent designs within established schedule and budget.
- Coordinate with support units and consultants to prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met throughout the process and assistance is provided as needed.
- Prepare analyses for potential future projects, including cost estimates and conceptual designs as necessary.
- Review documents for constructability and bid readiness. Generate quantity take-offs and cost estimates for architectural projects once they are funded and the design process formally begins. Ensure documents are submitted to oversight regulatory agencies as required to obtain timely approvals. Review graphic and written design documents to ensure documents effectively convey the project's intent.
- Provide support throughout the procurement, bidding and construction processes. Ensure design compliance and resolve any construction related issues, through turnover.
- Represent projects and the Agency to outside organizations such as community boards, community interest groups and other city or state agencies.
- Sign and seal architectural and other official documents and related applications for agencies having jurisdiction. Coordinate project-specific interagency issues, such as permits, filings and approvals.
- Participate in development of design standards.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 741595.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 12/15/2025. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References will be required upon request.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

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1. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect. Current New York State Registration as an Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

2. 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.

3. 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.

1. Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD. 2. Excellent communication and organizational skills. 3. Knowledge of and experience with NYC construction regulations. 4. Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel. 5. Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, PowerPoint and 3D modeling programs. 6. A driver license valid in New York State.

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/.

This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.

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.