Assistant Architect

Department-of-Finance; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Finance (DOF) seeks an Assistant Architect to assist in planning, coordinating, and administering design and construction projects for leased and City-owned facilities. The role involves preparing drawings, coordinating schedules, and ensuring code compliance, with remote work up to two days per week under the program.

Reporting to the Director of Planning & Design, you will support space planning, renovations, and project submissions, while coordinating with engineers,

Qualifications

• A Bachelor or a Master of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or
• A Bachelor of Science degree in architecture that is the first four years of a five-year first professional degree program in architecture from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in architectural work; or
• A valid New York State Registration as an Architect.

Responsibilities

• Prepare architectural drawings and construction documents.
• Review architectural plans and specifications and design submissions.
• Conduct field inspections and site visits.
• Assist with coordinating design and construction projects.
• Support agency space planning and workplace improvement initiatives.
• Assist with renovation and improvement projects.
• Review project compliance with applicable building codes and agency standards
• Coordinate project schedules, documentation and stakeholder communications.
• Support construction administration throughout the project implementation.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor or Master of Architecture degree

Bachelor of Science in architecture with one year of experience

New York State Registration as Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

SketchUp

Microsoft Project

Adobe Creative Suite

Building Information Modeling (IBIM)

Job description

IMPORTANT NOTE: CANDIDATES MUST HAVE A PERMANENT ASSISTANT ARCHITECT CIVIL SERVICE TITLE OR ARE REACHABLE ON THE ASSISTANT ARCHITECT OPEN COMPETITIVE CIVIL SERVICE EXAM NO. 5011 OR ARE PERMANENT IN A COMPARABLE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE ELIGIBLE FOR A 6.1.9 TITLE CHANGE. NYC Department of Finance (DOF) is responsible for administering the tax revenue laws of the city fairly, efficiently, and transparently to instill public confidence and encourage compliance while providing exceptional customer service.

DOF’s The Administration and Planning Division is responsible for managing and overseeing administrative and operational services for the agency. This includes the daily management of the Offices of Financial Management, Purchasing and Contracts, Operational Services, and Diversity and Inclusion.

The Office of Operational Services coordinates and directs all facilities-related operational support services for both public and privately leased properties agency-wide, including space planning, telecommunications, security, fire safety, health and safety, and fleet and transportation operations. The division also includes the agency warehouse, print shop, and mailroom operations.

The Facilities Management Unit seeks an Assistant Architect to assist in the planning, coordinating, and administration of design and construction projects for leased and City-owned facilities. Responsibilities include supporting project planning, programming, design development, contract administration, construction coordination, and ensuring compliance with applicable codes, agency requirements, budgets, schedules, and design standards.

Reporting to the Director of Planning & Design, the selected candidate’s duties and responsibilities will include, but not be limited to the following:

• Prepare architectural drawings and construction documents.
• Review architectural plans and specifications and design submissions.
• Conduct field inspections and site visits.
• Assist with coordinating design and construction projects.
• Support agency space planning and workplace improvement initiatives.
• Assist with renovation and improvement projects.
• Review project compliance with applicable building codes and agency standards
• Coordinate project schedules, documentation and stakeholder communications.
• Support construction administration throughout the project implementation.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed between the City and the Collective Bargaining Unit representing employees serving in the civil service title.

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Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor or a Master of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or
• A Bachelor of Science degree in architecture that is the first four years of a five-year first professional degree program in architecture from an accredited college and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in architectural work; or
• A valid New York State Registration as an Architect.

The following are examples of four-year degrees that are NOT acceptable to meet the education requirement: Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology; Bachelor of Professional Studies in Architecture; Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts issued by the Architectural Department of a college; Bachelor of Science in Art and Design issued by the Architectural Department of a college.

Note: A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency with AutoCAD, Revit, SketchUp.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft project and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with Building Information Modeling (IBIM).
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, collaboration and attention-to-detail skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project deadlines.
• Knowledge of architectural drafting, detailing, and construction documentation.
• Basic knowledge of project management and construction administration.
• Ability to conduct site visits, surveys, and field inspections.
• Ability to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams including engineers, contractors, consultants and agency stakeholders.
• Knowledge of cost estimation and construction materials.

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.