DIRECTOR, ARCHITECTURAL DIVISION

NYC Department of Social Services; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYC Department of Social Services is seeking a Director for the Architectural Division to manage the design and planning of spaces for over 50 locations. The ideal candidate will have significant architectural experience, including leadership and regulatory compliance, developing functional, sustainable designs that meet diverse needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid NY State Architect Registration.
• 6 years full-time architectural experience required.
• 2 years as an administrative architect essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Architectural Division, meeting Agency's design needs.
• Review documents for regulatory compliance.
• Ensure project quality and budget during construction phases.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Creativity

Proactivity

Flexibility

Education

New York State Registration as an Architect

6 years experience in architectural work

2 years as an administrative architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Microsoft Office

Adobe Professional

Job description

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The Department of Social Services (DSS) is comprised of the administrative units of the New York City Human Resources Administration (HRA) and the Department of Homeless Services (DHS). HRA is dedicated to fighting poverty and income inequality by providing New Yorkers in need with essential benefits such as Food Assistance and Emergency Rental Assistance. DHS is committed to preventing and addressing homelessness in New York City by employing a variety of innovative strategies to help families and individuals successfully exit shelter and return to self-sufficiency as quickly as possible.

HRA/General Support Services (GSS) provides safe, healthy, and appropriate facilities for HRA’s various social service programs. Its many functions include facilities planning and coordination, design and construction, renovation, repair and maintenance, custodial and other building services, health/safety program coordination, lease and property management, land use and environmental review activities, contract administration for facilities services, and warehouse operations. GSS plays a major role in HRA emergency preparedness.

under the general direction of the Executive Director of Space and Design and with wide latitude for independent judgment and initiative will oversee the Architectural Division with the primary goal of meeting the Agency's design needs and to produce sustainable, functional, cost effective, and aesthetically pleasing designs. In the absence of the Executive Director, the Director of the Architectural Division will lead the entire Bureau of Space and Design which includes the Engineering Unit to ensure continuity in projects. The projects will include, but are not limited to, newly acquired space, alterations, and adaptive reuse of existing spaces from the earliest stages of conceptual planning right through to completion.

General Support Services (GSS) / Facilities Operations (FO) Bureau of Space and Design (BSD), Division of Architecture & Engineering (DAE) is recruiting for one Administrative Architect M2 to function as Director of the Architectural Division, who will:

• Direct the Architectural Division which designs space for HRA's diverse programs in over 50 locations occupied by the Agency. Direct and monitor the planning and scheduling of all architectural assignments; ensure that the latest architectural trends and product advancements are incorporated into all designs.
• Maintain liaison with HRA Programs and attend meetings to interpret their needs and workflow into a design that functionally meets their needs while maximizing the space. Integrate the needs of the programs with necessary design elements prescribed by service re-design to produce a functional design. Coordinate the work of the other GSS units to produce a project schedule and monitor its progress. The Director works closely with the programs and GSS units to ensure that the program needs are met.
• Review all drawings, specifications and other documents requiring filing with regulatory agencies, including the Departments of Buildings, Fire and Environmental Protection. Maintain liaison with staff from oversight agencies to address any concerns and expedite approvals as necessary.
• Ensure the involvement of the necessary parties during the construction phase to check on project progress, maintain quality control, and address issues that may arise during the construction phase. In the absence of the Executive Director will provide the oversight and direction for the Engineering staff to ensure detailed construction documents are produced within budget constraints and the department established timelines.
• Plan and direct field surveys and feasibility studies to determine the suitability and cost of converting existing buildings to accommodate program needs. Direct the development of cost estimates and budget modifications for each assigned project.
• Manage the interpretation of drawings and specifications and authorize relative to existing field conditions.
• Manage the preparation of scopes of work for consultant architectural work and reviews such work to determine contract compliance prior to authorization for payment.
  
  

Work Location: 375 Pearl St. NY

Hours/Schedule: 8am-4pm

ADMINISTRATIVE ARCHITECT - 10004

Minimum Qualifications

A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six ( 6 ) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative architect.

Preferred Skills

The ideal candidate must be a highly creative individual who is self-motivated, proactive, flexible, with high attention to detail, has excellent verbal and written communication skills, and the ability to meet project deadlines in a fast pace evolving environment, with strong Computer Skills, including proficiency in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam Revu, Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Professional.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Government Administration

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