City of New York
Overview
Hours: Full Time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 180 Maiden Lane, New York, NY 10038; 30‑30 Thomson Ave, LIC, Queens 11101
Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Project Manager title or who are reachable on the agency’s Promotional List (Exam #8529), or the Open‑Competitive List (Exam #8042) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.
Deputy Director – Coastal Resiliency – Construction – Section 1 The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure is currently seeking a Deputy Director for the Coastal Resiliency – Construction – Section 1. The successful candidate will be responsible for an annual capital program comprised of multiple construction projects; manage professional and technical construction staff responsible for overseeing capital‑funded sewer, water main, roadway, climate resiliency, public space improvement projects; review construction plans; coordinate with sponsor agencies, private utility firms and stakeholders to resolve any operational field problems involving construction; ensure contract compliance and payment of contractors; schedule and perform final inspections and participate in various agency taskforces such as those related to new initiatives in change orders, project record keeping, quality assurance, etc.
Moreover, the Deputy Director will act as the representative of the unit in meetings with utility companies, and city, state, and federal agencies when needed; train staff in executing the unit's responsibilities; participate in the recruitment efforts of the agency; and support the Assistant Commissioner and Director with the team's objectives as required.
Responsibilities 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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
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.
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
Robust supervision experience.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge relevant to infrastructure construction work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main).
Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards.
Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices.
Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling.
Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred).
Valid driver's license (required).
Personal vehicle (Optional).
55‑a 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.
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Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Project Manager title or who are reachable on the agency’s Promotional List (Exam #8529), or the Open‑Competitive List (Exam #8042) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview.
Deputy Director – Coastal Resiliency – Construction – Section 1 The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure is currently seeking a Deputy Director for the Coastal Resiliency – Construction – Section 1. The successful candidate will be responsible for an annual capital program comprised of multiple construction projects; manage professional and technical construction staff responsible for overseeing capital‑funded sewer, water main, roadway, climate resiliency, public space improvement projects; review construction plans; coordinate with sponsor agencies, private utility firms and stakeholders to resolve any operational field problems involving construction; ensure contract compliance and payment of contractors; schedule and perform final inspections and participate in various agency taskforces such as those related to new initiatives in change orders, project record keeping, quality assurance, etc.
Moreover, the Deputy Director will act as the representative of the unit in meetings with utility companies, and city, state, and federal agencies when needed; train staff in executing the unit's responsibilities; participate in the recruitment efforts of the agency; and support the Assistant Commissioner and Director with the team's objectives as required.
Responsibilities 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.
Minimum Qualifications
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.
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.
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
Robust supervision experience.
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Knowledge relevant to infrastructure construction work (i.e., roadway, sewer, and/or water main).
Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards.
Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices.
Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling.
Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred).
Valid driver's license (required).
Personal vehicle (Optional).
55‑a 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.
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