City Of New York

Deputy Director of Structural Engineering

City Of New York • $110K — $130K *
Corona, NY 11368In-Person
Real Estate & Construction
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Four years of full-time civil engineering experience required.
  • Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License is mandatory.
  • Master's degree in civil engineering can substitute for one year of experience.
  • Experience as a project leader on complex projects is necessary for higher assignment levels.
  • Current registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained.

Responsibilities

  • Manage engineering staff by assigning projects and monitoring workloads.
  • Direct structural engineering work within Parks' purview.
  • Ensure projects adhere to best practices and are properly filed with authorities.
  • Oversee timely completion of design projects and bid document transmittals.
  • Facilitate problem-solving during construction to ensure public safety.
  • Coordinate intra- and inter-agency project-specific tasks and approvals.
  • Act as the technical consultation point for the Agency in engineering matters.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health insurance options.
  • Retirement plans with employer contributions.
  • Paid time off including vacation and sick leave.
  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Work-life balance initiatives.
Full Job Description
This position would be responsible for managing a portfolio that includes both historic and new structures and buildings, waterfront structures, retaining walls and other structures throughout the City. Major Responsibilities -Under direction of the Engineering Team Leader, manage engineering staff by assigning projects, monitoring workloads, team and projects progress, schedule and/or performance; perform review of technical work, monitor and evaluate employees' performance, attendance and approve timesheets and leave requests; and update staff on any relevant Agency or division matters. -Direct and manage workload specifically associated with structural engineering work within Parks' purview. -Ensure projects are consistently designed and executed according to best practices and properly filed with Department of Buildings or any other authorities having jurisdiction. -Ensure timely completion of design projects and transmittal of bid documents. -Facilitate rapid problem-solving on issues that arise during construction or conditions that may pose a danger to the public. -Coordinate project-specific intra- and inter-agency projects, such as design coordination, stakeholder input, permits, design presentations and approvals. -Serve as Agency-wide point person for technical consultation within the appropriate engineering field. -Serve as Engineering Department liaison and attend meetings with architects, landscape architects, consultants, contractors, stakeholders and representatives of other agencies. Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 803805. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. *Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume. NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee. nyc.gov/parks MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW. For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov) CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215 Qualifications (1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and (2) 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. A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above. 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.

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