All applicants must be current City of New York employees serving in a permanent Civil Service title of Administrative Engineer; or, Administrative Project Manager; or, Administrative Construction Project Manager; or, currently be reachable on the civil service lists for the titles mentioned above.

To be considered for this position, PLEASE CLEARLY INDICATE YOUR CURRENT PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE and/or your score/list number for the civil service exams for the titles mentioned above on your resume and cover letter.

The New York City Comptroller’s Office works to promote the financial health, integrity, and effectiveness of New York City government, in order to strengthen trust, secure a thriving future for all New Yorkers, and build a more just, equitable, and resilient city. Led by an independently elected citywide official, the comptroller’s office provides checks and balances needed to hold City government accountable for budgeting wisely, investing responsibly, operating efficiently, acting fairly, living up to its obligations and promises, and paying attention to the long-term challenges we face together.

The Bureau of Engineering (BOE) provides technical competency in the evaluation of claims pending in the Bureau of Law and Adjustment (BLA) involving construction, construction services, and property damage to ensure the fair and just resolution of claims and lawsuits involving the City. BOE also enables the timely and just administration of City contracts. BOE’s technical analysis and recommendations are core to the Bureaus’ mission to ensure the fair and just resolution of claims while protecting the fiscal interest of the city. In addition, BOE’s thorough and expeditious review of Final Contract Time Extensions requests (FTE) promotes the equitable and fair administration of City contracts while protecting the City from unanticipated claims under such contracts. BOE furthers its mission by liaising with City-wide Engineering Audit Officers and providing guidance on compliance with contract provisions and Comptroller’s Directives in the pre-audit of payments on capital construction projects. BOE strives to increase equity, inclusiveness, and transparency in the claims process, by simplifying access to and enhancing ease of use.

The Senior Staff Engineer will be responsible for the investigation and analysis of construction contract claims and disputes, and other engineering work assigned to them. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Investigate and analyze construction contract claims and disputes of high complexity.

- Undertake research, inquiries, inspections, cost estimating, contract interpretation, and delay and impact studies as directed.

- Prepare comprehensive reports that address entitlement and damage, and provide settlement recommendations for supervisor's consideration.

- Lead the research and evaluation of contract and engineering matters of a complex or highly technical nature.

- Interact with senior level personnel of the City as well as engineering and legal firms, and construction contractors.

- Perform other related functions as directed.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: All applicants must be current City of New York employees serving in a permanent Civil Service title of Administrative Engineer; or, Administrative Project Manager; or, Administrative Construction Project Manager; or, currently be reachable on the civil service lists for the titles mentioned above and possess 5+ years of full-time paid experience in the development and/or delivery of engineering projects (such as engineering planning, design and analysis, construction administration or construction management).

To be considered for this position, PLEASE CLEARLY INDICATE YOUR CURRENT PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE and/or your score/list number for the civil service exams for the titles mentioned above on your resume and cover letter.

1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.

- Valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer - Self motivated problem solver with strong organizational and analytical skills. - Ability to analyze information, exercise independent judgment and reach sound conclusions supported by facts and reasonable assumptions. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. - Excellent writing skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office suite of applications. - Experience with scheduling and cost estimating highly 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.

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.