What are the responsibilities and job description for the BOB- Manager of Design position at NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development?
Civil Service Title- Civil Engineer
PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED.*
Under the direction of the Director of Design & Planning, the Manager of Design assists with the coordination, oversight, and evaluation of design and construction 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
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projects
Skill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with consultants, utilities, and individuals representing the agencies or organizations;
Ability to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency Contracts
Ability to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondence;
Familiarity and experience working in the Design-Build environment within transportation;
Ability to work under pressure and meet restrictive deadlines;
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# 689249. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 689249 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
Preferred Skills
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projects Skill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with consultants, utilities, and individuals representing the agencies or organizations Ability to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency Contracts Ability to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondence Familiarity and experience working in the Design-Build environment within transportation Ability to work under pressure and meet restrictive deadlines Ability 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.
- IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION CANDIDATE MUST BE SERVING PERMANENTLY IN THE TITLE OF CIVIL ENGINEER, OR BE REACHABLE
PROOF OF FILING WILL BE REQUIRED.*
Under the direction of the Director of Design & Planning, the Manager of Design assists with the coordination, oversight, and evaluation of design and construction 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
- Monitors and evaluates with some direction the performance of private consultants and contractors
- Assists the Director of Design & Planning in the evaluation of complex design reports, calculations, design plans, construction concepts and construction schedules
- Assists in the development of Technical Specifications for Design-Build projects within the BQE, Design-Build, and Emergency Contracts Unit
- Documents progress and technical conclusions, through the preparation of written reports, memorandums, tabulated registers, and presentations.
- Performs technical reviews that all work undertaken is in accordance with Agency, City, State, and Federal guidelines and requirements.
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projects
Skill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with consultants, utilities, and individuals representing the agencies or organizations;
Ability to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency Contracts
Ability to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondence;
Familiarity and experience working in the Design-Build environment within transportation;
Ability to work under pressure and meet restrictive deadlines;
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# 689249. For other applicants, go to www.nyc.gov/careers and search for Job ID# 689249 Appointments are subject to OMB approval. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone inquiries please.
Minimum Qualifications
- Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
- 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.
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.
Preferred Skills
Skill in analyzing and evaluating complex and highly technical data, reports, calculations and design plans related to bridge and highway projects Skill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with consultants, utilities, and individuals representing the agencies or organizations Ability to supervise a staff of engineers in the planning, organizing, coordination, and control of Design-Build projects and Emergency Contracts Ability to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondence Familiarity and experience working in the Design-Build environment within transportation Ability to work under pressure and meet restrictive deadlines Ability 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.
Salary : $76,262 - $110,444
