Senior Design Reviewer; Landscape

Hours:

Full‑time – 35 Hours

Work Location:

30‑30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101

Only candidates who are permanent in the Architect title or those who are reachable on the open‑competitive list (exam #3040, #5009, #6012) 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 Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, Architecture and Engineering Unit seeks to hire a Senior Design Reviewer (Landscape). Reporting to and under the supervision of the Executive Director and Deputy Directors of Architecture, the selected candidate shall participate in project scope development, existing conditions and forensic analysis, the review of design and construction documents prepared by consultants, as well as creation of design documents and construction administration for in‑house design projects.

The selected candidate must be thoroughly knowledgeable in Landscape Architecture principles and practices including grading and site drainage, city and state guidelines and requirements, as well as general design principles, industry best practices, building codes, project delivery methodologies, and the latest technologies and innovations in the field. The selected candidate will interface with clients, consultants, contractors, project managers, and other technical staff.

All candidates must be currently authorized to work full‑time in the United States (U.S.). In compliance with Public Law 99‑603, candidates are required to present original documents proving citizenship or the legal right to work in the U.S. DDC is unable to support or sponsor any visa application or visa extension. Candidates must have proper work authorization when an employment offer is made.

Additionally, educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education‑recognized accredited institution. Credentials from foreign institutions require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service. A list of providers (fees apply) is available at: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

• A valid New York State Registration as an Architect. Current New York State Registration as an Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
• 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.

• Experience in new construction and renovation work in the public sector, or in institutional and commercial projects.
• Previous experience should include scoping, as well as preparing and reviewing design and construction documents and administering projects in construction.
• Knowledge of Civil Engineering principles is a plus.
• Good verbal and written communication skills and knowledge of NYC Building code and computer‑aided drafting are essential.
• Good interpersonal skills in dealing with clients, consultants, contractors, team members and managers are required.
• Auto Cad experience required;
  Bluebeam Revu and Revit preferred; LEED accreditation preferred.

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.

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 .

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

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.

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