Senior Design Reviewer (Architecture)

City of New York; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

55a Program

Job summary

The City of New York, Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, Architecture and Engineering, seeks an experienced Architect to lead and coordinate multi-disciplinary teams on design and construction projects. Responsibilities include scope development, conditions analysis, reviewing documents, and construction administration, while ensuring schedules, budgets, and codes are met.

Ideal candidates have a strong design background, knowledge of NYC Building Code, and

Qualifications

• Valid New York State Registration as an Architect; registration must be maintained during employment.
• At least one year in the last three years as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project requiring specialized expertise.

Responsibilities

• Develop project scope and analyze existing conditions for design projects.
• Review design and construction documents prepared by consultants.
• Prepare and review in-house design documents and construction administration.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams to meet schedules and budgets.
• Ensure compliance with codes and project delivery methodologies.
• Interface with sponsors, consultants, contractors, project managers, and staff.

Skills

Project leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

NYC Building Code knowledge

Education

New York State Registration as Architect

Tools

AutoCAD

Bluebeam Revu

Revit

Job description

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours
Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Architect title, reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #3040, #5009, or #6012) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card, Receipt of Filing 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 NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, Architecture and Engineering seeks an experienced Architect. Reporting to the Executive Director and Deputy Directors of the Architecture Unit, the selected candidate shall be responsible for project scope development; existing conditions and forensic analysis; the review of design and construction documents prepared by consultants; and the preparation and review of documents and construction administration for in-house design projects. As Team Leader, the selected candidate shall coordinate the work of multi-disciplinary teams to ensure compliance with project schedules, budgets, and applicable codes. The selected candidate must be thoroughly knowledgeable of design principles, industry best practices, building codes, project delivery methodologies, and the latest technologies and innovations in the field. The selected candidate will interface with sponsors, consultants, contractors, project managers, and other technical staff.

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Minimum Qualifications

• 1. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect. Current New York State Registration as an Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
• 2. 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.
• 3. 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.

Preferred Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with a minimum of 10 years of full-time experience as a Registered Architect. The ideal candidate should have experience in new construction and renovation work. Previous experience should include scope development, preparing and reviewing design and construction documents, and construction administration. Good verbal and written communication skills and knowledge of NYC Building code and computer-aided drafting are essential. Good interpersonal skills in dealing with clients, consultants, contractors, team members and managers are required. AutoCad experience required, Bluebeam Revu and Revit preferred, LEED accreditation 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.