Director

Agency DEPT OF DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Design and Construction seeks a Director to lead Alternative Delivery and advance the Design-Build program across priority new buildings and renovations for Sponsor Agencies.

Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Director will oversee all project phases from initiation through completion, applying best practices in design-build and construction excellence. This role emphasizes leadership, strategic oversight, and cross-divisional coordination.

Qualifications

• At least six years of full-time construction management experience on capital projects ($300k+).
• Eighteen months in a managerial or consultative capacity in project management.
• Education credits for engineering/architecture degrees as described (see above).

Responsibilities

• Oversee design-build projects in development, procurement, and post-award, ensuring alignment with DDC priorities and budget.
• Lead coordination across DDC divisions to drive projects forward on schedule and within budget.
• Establish project management staffing plans and supervise teams in Alternative Delivery, Infrastructure, and Public Buildings divisions.
• Identify lessons learned across the portfolio to inform program-wide initiatives and procedures.
• Provide supervision and training to Deputy Directors and PMs/JPMs, supporting staff development and growth.

Skills

Construction management

Project leadership

Budget & cost control

Schedule coordination

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, or related field

New York State PE/RA license or reciprocal license

Tools

MS Office

Bluebeam

Job description

Hours: Full-Time Position - 35 Hours

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Construction Project Manager title or those who are reachable on the DDC promotional list (exam #3523), or the open-competitive list (exam #3039) may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result 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.

The Department of Design and Construction seeks a Director to be part of the team of experienced professionals responsible for leading Alternative Delivery and advancing the Design-Build program. The portfolio includes priority new buildings and renovation projects for a diverse array of Sponsor Agencies.

Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner in Alternative Delivery, the Director will oversee complex new building and renovation projects of varying scales within the Design-Build portfolio. The selected candidate will direct all project phases from initiation through completion to ensure successful implementation of Design-Build best practices and design and construction excellence.

Primary responsibilities for the Director include:

• Oversee design-build projects in development, procurement, and post-award. Ensuring project implementation is in alignment with DDC priorities, in compliance with the contract and DDC procedures, and consistent across the design-build portfolio. Lead coordination across DDC divisions to obtain direction and support to drive projects forward on schedule and within budget.


• Establish project management staffing plan and supervise project management teams in Alternative Delivery, Infrastructure, and Public Buildings divisions. Work in coordination with the division head, Directors, and Deputy Directors to ensure project management teams are delivering projects with a consistent approach to division strategies and consistent application of technical requirements.


• Identify common themes and lessons learned across the Agency's design-build portfolio to inform the development of program-wide initiatives and procedures.


• Provide direct supervision of Deputy Directors and SPMs/PMs/JPMs, including managing and evaluating their tasks and providing project guidance and training on design-build related processes. Support overall staff professional development and provide constructive feedback to support individual and team growth.


• Support the division head in public forums to represent Alternative Delivery. Support the division head with senior-level reporting and communications. Resolve interagency issues that have been escalated by the project management teams and navigate teams towards solutions involving complex stakeholder issues.

Please note: All candidates must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States (U.S.). In compliance with Public Law 99-603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension, including but not limited to OPT/STEM visas, H-1B visas, F-1 practical training, permanent residence sponsorship, or any proposed change of visa type. DDC does not offer a training program as required by U.S. immigration law and is not hiring temporary employees. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.

Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education-recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://www.nyc.gov/assets/dcas/downloads/pdf/employment/nyc-dcas-foreign-education-evaluation-guide.pdf.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. At least six years of full-time satisfactory experience in construction management work on capital projects, each one of which must have had a dollar value of at least $300,000, at least eighteen months of which must have been in a managerial or consultative capacity in an organization responsible for the management of construction; and a combination of the following, sufficient to equal a total of ten years of education and experience:


2. Full-time satisfactory experience in construction inspection on capital projects, each one of which must have had a dollar value of at least $300,000. One year of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of construction inspection experience up to a maximum of four years.


3. Full-time satisfactory experience in building construction as a journeyperson in one or more of the skilled building construction trades. One year of acceptable experience will be credited for each year of journeyperson experience up to a maximum of four years.


4. Education in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or air pollution control, chemical, civil including structural and bridge design, electrical, mechanical, or sanitary engineering will be credited on the basis of 30 semester credits for one year of acceptable experience up to a maximum of four years.


5. A New York State license as a professional engineer or registered architect or a license as a professional engineer or registered architect from a state that has reciprocity with New York State may be substituted for the four years of education and experience described in "1", "2" and "3" above. However, all candidates must have at least six years of experience in construction management work described above, including at least eighteen months in a managerial or consultative capacity in an organization responsible for the management of construction.

License Requirements

Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. Employees must maintain the license during their employment.

Preferred Skills

Candidates should have at least ten years of experience managing complex design and construction projects, including schedule, risk, and cost management experience. Candidates should possess excellent leadership, management, and organizational skills. Candidates should possess strong verbal and written communication skills and demonstrate ability to work in a team setting. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to balance multiple priorities and perform tasks across multiple projects at various stages of development and implementation. Proficiency in MS Office is preferred, and familiarity with Bluebeam is preferred.

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.