Administrative Architect

• CANDIDATE MUST BE IN THE ADMINISTRATIVE ARCHITECT TITLE WITH A NEW YORK CITY AGENCY

The mission of the New York City Police Department is to enhance the quality of life in New York City by working in partnership with the community to enforce the law, preserve peace, protect the people, reduce fear, and maintain order. The NYPD strives to foster a safe and fair city by incorporating Neighborhood Policing into all facets of Department operations, and solve the problems that create crime and disorder through an interdependent relationship between the people and its police, and by pioneering strategic innovation.

The Facilities Management Division (FMD) administers and supervises the maintenance of Department buildings, identifies and implements capital projects involving facility management, and exercises management control over the Building Maintenance Section, Campus Management Section, and the Custodial Services Section.

Administrative Architect, under direction, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment will serve as division's architect in charge compliance with the building codes, major design, field division, or equivalent, and as a consultant on major architectural matters to the agency and perform highly responsible supervisory work, highly difficult and responsible work in architecture. Specific duties will include, but are not limited to:

a. Conduct building code compliance reviews and inspections covering a wide range of projects throughout the NYPD facilities.

b. Engage in or conduct complex research, investigations, studies and examinations related to code compliance and related agency's built environment, architectural functions, activities, and act as agency's architect.

c. Oversee the development of contracts related to various design and construction projects, assist with procurement coordination, bidding negotiations.

d. Approve or supervise the design, engineering, inspection, construction, demolition and/or alternation of alternation of premises, installations and equipment to ensure compliance with contracts, drawings, specifications, codes, resolutions, statutes, rules and regulations.

e. Supervise the installation, inspection and testing operations at job sites, as well as contractor activities. Ensure compliance with regulatory agency permits, regulations or programs.

f. All administrative architect related work including but not limited to:

• Prioritization of work assignments to achieve annual project completion goals.
• Monitor design process and its progress to ensure code compliance and efficient, effective, quality design within budget.
• Manage project schedules, priorities and emergencies.
• Ensure that all architectural designs result in efficiently constructed and maintainable buildings.
• Ensure that Department of Buildings (DOB) and other required regulatory approvals are in place as per project schedule.
• Evaluate completed projects and apply lessons learned into new standards and designs.
• Work and communicate with various agency stakeholders.
• Support and coordinate work with other capital design and construction units, such as Assets Management, Building Maintenance, Energy and Decarbonization, and Construction Management.
• Prepare, or supervise the preparation of drawings related to the architectural plan for major construction projects, remodeling or repair of public works and structures or installations.
• Prepare specifications, cost estimates and quantity take-offs.
• Evaluate bids, contractors and consultants' performance to recommend award of contracts for architectural projects.

g. Sign and seal architectural and other official documents.

A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work in full capacity of a licensed architect. Valid driver's license is required.

WORK LOCATION

1 Police Plz., New York, N.Y. 10038

HOURS/SHIFT

Monday - Friday; 0800 - 1600

TO APPLY

Please visit: and search for Job ID #718783

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

In compliance with Federal Law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

The City of New York offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance for the employee and his or her spouse or domestic partner and unemancipated children under age 26, union benefits such as dental and vision coverage, paid annual leave and sick leave, paid holidays, a pension, and optional savings and pre-tax programs such as Deferred Compensation, IRA, and a flexible spending account.

NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a program.

ADMIN ARCHITECT (NON MGRL) M-1 - 1000A

Minimum Qualifications

A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six ( 6 ) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative architect.

Preferred Skills

Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of the following specialized disciplines: -ADA Compliance -Construction Detailing -Construction Means and Methods -Space Planning -Construction Management -Facade Restoration -Archaic Construction Materials and Universal Design Concepts -Rehabilitation and Contractual Conflict Resolution

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 .

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.