Assistant Commissioner

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY
Hours: Full-time – 35 Hours

Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Engineer title or those who are reachable on the DDC promotional list (exam #), or the open-competitive list (exam #) may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result 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 seeking an Assistant Commissioner for Program Management – Engineering and Support Services. The selected candidate will report to the Associate Commissioner and must lead by example to foster the agency’s core values of urgency, responsiveness, service, collaboration, and mentorship.

Primary responsibilities include overseeing the development, planning, and programming of capital-funded construction projects valued more than $1.5B of various typologies including sewers, water main, roadway, sidewalk, storm management, and plaza. The candidate will supervise a team of Program Directors and Directors responsible for managing review of CPIs for all incoming Infrastructure Capital projects; review all sewer inspections and Drainage Plans, provide water and sewer maps, as builts, tap cards and other data; managing all aspects of the property acquisition process; conducting independent research, investigations, and analyses as required to provide solutions to complex inquiries and generate complex reports regarding the bid analysis of Infrastructure contracts as well as overseeing the Bluebelt and Wetland group; and serve as liaison between DDC, oversight agencies, Department of Transportation (DOT), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), and other client agencies as it relates to project priorities, scope alignments and compliances, schedules, conflicts, and resolutions.

The Assistant Commissioner must also possess the ability to manage and train staff to carry out all areas of the Program Management, Design, and Construction functions; and must understand USWR, DEC, FHWA, FTA, NYSDOT regulations, Federal and City standards, and procedures.

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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Minimum Qualifications

1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer and six years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.

Preferred Skills
Candidates should have strong supervisory experience, administrative, and management skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills, knowledge and use of computers, and proficiency in Microsoft Office applications design experience related to infrastructure work (i.e., green infrastructure, sewer, water mains, roadways) familiarity with construction specifications and standards ( NYCDEP, NYCDOT, and NYSDOT) familiarity with ASTM, AWWA, and AASHTO standards understanding of the NYC cloudburst management, street infrastructure system and knowledge of current and up-to-date engineering methods and standards. Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) is a plus.
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 class="jobad-residencyRequirement"> Residency RequirementNew York City Residency is not required for this position.

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