Senior Architect

Eligibility This vacancy is only open to current permanent City employees serving in the Architect civil service title, employees on leave from the title, or candidates who are reachable on the Architect civil service list (Exam No. 3040, 5009, or 6012). Please indicate the Exam No. and your list# on your cover letter and resume. Overview NYC Parks builds and maintains clean, safe, and accessible parks citywide and programs those sites with recreational, cultural and educational activities for people of all ages. Through this work, NYC Parks improves people’s lives by providing outlets for creative expression, opportunities for healthy recreation and exposure to the restorative beauty of the natural world. Architecture Unit - Capital Division The Architecture Unit designs, restores, and/or modernizes existing or new Parks structures, ranging from a new recreation center to a historic house renovation. This work impacts neighborhood growth, public health and recreation in communities throughout New York City. Major Responsibilities Under the direction of the Team Leader and Design Director of Architecture, develop designs and bid documents for new buildings and adaptive reuse of existing structures. Provide rigorous technical reviews for projects at design milestones, with a meticulous approach to constructability and detail. Produce high‑quality construction documents for bidding and construction, including comprehensive drawings and specifications. Manage all phases of project development from scope definition through construction administration. Provide technical support throughout the procurement, bidding and construction processes. Develop construction estimates and project schedules for supervisor approval; ensure assigned projects meet approved budgets and schedules. Review documents for constructability and bid readiness, generate quantity take‑offs and cost estimates for architectural projects once they are funded and the design process formally begins, and ensure documents are submitted to oversight regulatory agencies as required. Represent projects and the Agency to outside organizations such as community boards, community interest groups and other city or state agencies. Sign and seal architectural and other official documents and related applications for agencies having jurisdiction. Coordinate project‑specific interagency issues, such as permits, filings and approvals. Work Location Olmsted Center, Queens Minimum Qualifications Valid New York State Registration as an Architect, maintained for the duration of employment. At least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project requiring additional specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project. Preferred Skills Excellent technical knowledge and expertise in architecture. Excellent knowledge of AutoCAD and other industry-standard software. Excellent communication and organizational skills. Knowledge of and experience developing cost estimates and specifications. Knowledge of and experience with NYC construction regulations. Current NYS Architecture license with a minimum of 10 years’ experience. Valid driver’s license in the State of New York. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Indicate on the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered 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 Residency Requirement This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr