What are the responsibilities and job description for the BOB-Manager of Design position at New York City Department of Transportation?
Civil Service Title- Administrative Project Manager
- IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROJECT MANAGER, OR BE REACHABLE
ON THE OPEN- COMPETATIVE LIST, EXAM # 8042, OR BE ELIGIBLE UNDER THE 55A PROGRAM. PLEASE INDICATE ON YOUR RESUME
Under the direction of the Director of Design & Planning, the Manager of Design assists with the coordination, oversight, and evaluation of design activities within the BQE, Design-Build and Emergency Contracts Unit and provide support to related construction activities. Specific duties and responsibilities : Serves as the primary communication link between Design / Planning and In-Field Construction activities
Preferred Skills
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projects
Ability to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency Contracts
Ability to improvise and develop innovative solutions for unusual conditions arising in the field for Design-Build projects, Emergency contracts, and other specialty projects.
Work Location-
55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041
Resumes may be submitted electronically using the following method : For City employees only, go to Employee Self Service (ESS), Careers, and Search for Job ID# 689184. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov / careers and search for Job ID# 689184 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, architecture, landscape architecture, business administration, or public administration, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience in the planning, administering or expediting of engineering design, and / or construction, or coordinating a very large engineering project, two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and nine years of experience as described in "1" above; two years of which must have been in an administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory capacity; or
3. Education and / or experience equivalent to "1" or "2" above. An accredited Master's degree in one of the disciplines described in "1" above, a law degree, or a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect or Landscape Architect may be substituted for one year of the required experience. However, all candidates must have the two years of the administrative, managerial, executive or supervisory experience as described in "1" above.
Preferred Skills
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projectsSkill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with consultants, utilities, and individuals representing the agencies or organizationsAbility to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency ContractsAbility to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondenceFamiliarity and experience working in the Design-Build environment within transportationAbility to work under pressure and meet restrictive deadlinesAbility to improvise and develop innovative solutions for unusual conditions arising in the field for Design-Build projects, Emergency contracts, and other specialty projects.
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.
