Senior Engineer - New York, United States - City of New York

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


    All interested candidates are welcome to apply and will be considered for an interview based on the Minimum Qualification Requirements.

    Please indicate on your cover letter if you are permanent in the Civil Engineer title or if you are on the DDC Promotional List for Exam #9522 or on the Open-Competitive List for Exam #9045 or #0156.

    If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you are required to file for DDC Promotional Exam #4522 and/or Open-Competitive Exam #4030 within the filing period of March 6, 2024 to March 26, 2024.

    For more information and to apply for the Civil Engineer Exam, visit https:
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    The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, seeks a Senior Engineer (Specification).

    Reporting directly to the Deputy Director, the selected candidate will be responsible for the preparation of specifications for infrastructure capital projects; coordinate the resolution of inquiries, preparation of addenda, as may be required, during the bidding process.

    The Senior Engineer (Specification) will also research technical reference documents; write and update specifications for construction work to be performed on Infrastructure projects; proofread specifications prepared by other engineers; maintain the team's e-Files; review specifications and drawings prepared in-house and by consultants and other City, State, and Federal Agencies to ensure compliance with DDC's policies and procedures; coordinate activities required for project completion with agencies and departments responsible for the accomplishment of such activities; prepare Standard Details of Construction for capital projects; prepare and review consultant specifications for the Bridge and Retaining Wall Program; and train engineers in the preparation of specifications.

    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. 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.


    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.