Job Description

Serves as Civil Engineer Level 3 in the Bureau of Capital Design and Construction. Candidate will be assigned to either of the following sections East River Bridges, Movable Bridges, Roadway Bridges, Component Rehab or Specialty Engineering where they will oversee the rehabilitation design by consultants for assigned bridges: set goals and plans and scheduling the work by consultants on bridge rehabilitation/reconstruction, direct the review and monitoring of work by consultants during all design phases, including designs, plans, in-depth inspection and load rating. Review and approve the most suitable schemes for bridge rehabilitation. Serve as a major participant in the resolution of problems on contract interpretation and implementation during construction phases. Oversee the establishment of scope of work and required changes for design consultants. Evaluates work by design consultants and subordinate staff. Coordinate Bridge Design activities with and providing technical expertise to other agencies on project of mutual concern or responsibility. Review, recommend and approves changes in consultant contract requirements. Represent the Bureau at meetings and discussions with contractors, utilities, and other agencies, as well as community and business organizations concerning the development and implementation of designs. Review and make recommendations on payments to consultants and contractor. Perform other related duties.

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.