Engineer-In-Charge - job 1 of 3

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

Only candidates who are permanent in the Civil Engineer title, those who are reachable on DDC Promotional List (Exam #4522), or reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam #0156 or #4030) may apply. Please include a copy of your Notice of Results card 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 currently seeking an Engineer-in-Charge to join the AS-BUILTS team.

Successful candidate will report directly to a Deputy Director and will be responsible for managing the construction of complex projects, leading constructability review meetings to reduce delays, and ensuring the precise collection of project data. The candiate will also coordinate with Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, and Inspectors under respective project Resident Engineering Inspection (REI) or Project Management Construction Management (PMCM) consultants, while liaising with the Utility Coordination, Design, and Program Management Units throughout different stages of construction.

Additionally, the candidate’s responsibilities include inspecting contracted work to ensure it meets Agency and City standards; preparing cost proposals for contract negotiations; proving suggestions on modifications to engineering designs; engaging in design and constructability review meetings; managing and approving various project-specific submissions, such as sheeting design constructability, vendor approvals, and environmental plans, as well as overseeing financial aspects; payments, change orders, and time extensions.

Lastly, the Engineer-in-Charge will also oversee final inspections; train and mentor new staff; manage project close-out procedures; ensure the approval of final documentation; and provide regular updates on project progress and address any critical delays in 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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CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

(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.

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.