Job Description

Hours: Full Time- 35 Hours

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

Only candidates who are permanent in the Civil Engineer title, reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #9045 or #0156), or those who have filed for the DDC Promotional Exam #4522, or the Open-Competitive Exam #4030 in March 2024 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 Infrastructure, is seeking an Engineer-in-Charge. Reporting to the Deputy Director, the successful candidate will conduct constructability review meetings to minimize construction delays. The Engineer-in-Charge will ensure accurate compilation of project information; generate project data to assist in resolving field issues; coordinate and supervise a team of Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, Inspectors, and Junior Engineers; and provide information to the Design, Utility, and Program Management Units at various construction stages. Other duties include inspecting contracted work for compliance with Agency and City policies and standards; creating cost proposals and estimates for contract negotiations; assessing and recommending modifications to engineering designs and structures; and participating in pre-alignment meetings.

Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions or status changes, including STEM/OPT visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application.

All applicants, including City Employees:

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Qualifications

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and

(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above.

Special Note:

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.

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.