Engineer - In - Charge (GI)

Hours: Full-Time Position – 35 HoursWork Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY Only candidates who are permanent in the Civil Engineer title, those who are reachable on DDC Promotional List (Exam #), or reachable on the Open-Competitive List (Exam # or #) 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's Division of Infrastructure is in search of an Engineer-in-Charge to join the Area-Wide Green Infrastructure – Cloudburst Management team. This role, reporting to the Director, entails managing the construction of complex projects, leading constructability review meetings to reduce delays, and ensuring the precise collection of project data. The Engineer-in-Charge will also coordinate with Resident Engineers, Office Engineers, and Inspectors under respective project REI or PMCM consultants, while liaising with the Design, Utility Coordination team, and Program Management Units throughout different stages of construction. Additionally, the successful candidate will be responsible for inspecting contracted work to ensure it meets Agency and City standards, preparing cost proposals for contract negotiations, suggesting modifications to engineering designs, and 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 such as payments, change orders, and time extensions. Lastly, the Engineer-in-Charge will oversee final inspections, mentor new staff, manage project close-out procedures, and ensure the approval of final documentation; and will 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: Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly. CIVIL ENGINEER - Minimum Qualifications Four years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and 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.Preferred SkillsPlease note the following preferred skills for this position: 1.Must have strong supervisory experience. 2. Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. 3. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. 4. Construction knowledge relevant to infrastructure projects (sewers, water mains, roadways) 5. Knowledge and experience of Joint Bid and FHWA Federally funded Contract Specifications and requirements, contemporary engineering methods and standards. 6. Familiarity with NYC DOT, NYS DOT, NYC DEP specifications, MUTCD, and AASHTO standards 7. Comprehensive understanding of the NYC infrastructure system and current engineering practices 8. experience with Design-Build and stormwater management projects, as well as a background in sustainable and resilient design and rating systems 9. Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) credential (preferred) 10. Proficiency in Primavera P6 scheduling. 11. Valid driver's license (required) 12. Personal vehicle (optional)55a ProgramThis 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 ForgivenessAs 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 class="jobad-residencyRequirement">Residency RequirementNew York City Residency is not required for this position