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Senior Design Reviewer (Electrical)

  1. DEPT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION
Posted on: 10/18/2025
  1. Full-time

Location

QUEENS

  1. Exam may be required

Department

PUB BLDGS/A+E/ENGINEERING

$78,908.00 – $108,150.00

Job Description

Hours: Full-Time – 40 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, NY, 11101

The Department of Design & Construction, Division of Public Buildings, Architecture and Engineering Unit seeks a Senior Design Reviewer (Electrical). Reporting to the Director and Deputy Directors of the Engineering Unit, the selected candidate will be responsible for project scope development; existing conditions surveys and forensic analyses; the review of design and construction documents prepared by consultants; the preparation and review of documents and construction administration for in-house design projects; coordinating design reviews with architectural and engineering staff; providing technical analyses of project design reviews with architectural and engineering staff; and providing technical analyses of project design quality issues. The selected candidate must be thoroughly knowledgeable of design principles, industry best practices, building codes, project delivery methodologies, and interface with sponsors, consultants, contractors, project managers, and technical staff.

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 for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

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INSPECTOR (MULTI-DISCIPLINE) - 31656


Minimum Qualifications

A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and one of the following:
1. Five years of full-time satisfactory experience working at a construction trade as an architect, engineer, electrician, plumber, carpenter, mason, plasterer, ironworker, building construction superintendent or inspector of building construction; or;

2. A license as a professional engineer or registered architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law; or

3. Three years of full-time experience as described in "1" above and 2 years of education received at an accredited college, technical school, or trade school approved by a State’s Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization with a major sequence of courses in or directly related to the technical areas described in "1" above; or

4. Two years of full-time experience as described in "1" above or 2 years of formal training or education described in "3" above and a minimum of 3 years participation in an apprentice inspection program approved by the Commissioner of the Department of Buildings and the Commissioner of the Department of Citywide Administrative Services.

License Requirement
Candidates must possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.
Candidates other than Licensed Engineers or Architects must possess at the time of appointment a Home Inspector Certificate recognized by the State of New York. All licenses and certificates must be maintained for the duration of employment.

Special Patrolman Status
For certain assignments, candidates must qualify for appointment as a Special Patrolman. This status must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

For Assignment Level II
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level II, individuals other than licensed engineers and professional architects must have, after meeting the minimum requirements, an International Code Council Building Inspector Certification as approved by the Department.

For Assignment Level III
In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, to be assigned to Assignment Level III, individuals other than licensed engineers and professional architects must have, after meeting the minimum requirements for Assignment Level II above, at least one additional International Code Council certification in mechanical, plumbing or electrical specialties as approved by the Department.


Preferred Skills

Candidate should process a minimum of 10-15 years of experience in commercial and institutional design/review experience in electrical engineering. Experience in multi-discipline design and construction-related issue resolution, including preparation of detailed sketches, construction documents, and specifications, and reviewing shop drawings of projects between 5 and 15 million dollars in construction cost is a plus. Familiarity with current Building codes, City Electrical and LEED requirements, the most current NYC Energy Conservation Code, Energy Analysis for Building Code Compliance, and renewable energy systems is preferred. Candidate must be proficient in AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, and Excel. The candidate must have good interpersonal, verbal, and writing skills and be skilled in resolving multi-discipline design and construction issues.
55a Program

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.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness

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/.
Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position
Additional Information

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.

Job ID

750369

Title code

31656

Civil service title

INSPECTOR (MULTI-DISCIPLINE)

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Senior Design Reviewer (Electrical)

  1. Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

03

Number of positions

1

Work location

30-30 Thomson Ave L I City Qns

  1. Engineering, Architecture, & Planning

Senior Design Reviewer (Electrical)

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