Senior Design Liaison

Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours

Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Avenue, NY, 11101

The Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, seeks a Senior Design Liaison for its Design + Construction Excellence Unit. The selected candidate will oversee a portfolio of complex capital projects throughout the five boroughs and will be charged with supporting the development of high-quality, viable designs that contribute to a thriving, equitable, sustainable, resilient, and healthy city.

• Ensure the importance of design throughout the life of the project, from planning and initiation—including Request for Qualifications/Proposal development and consultant selection—through design and construction, and during project close-out.
• Support consensus building among various project stakeholders while communicating why and how quality design can help solve problems that arise during design approvals, budgetary constraints, and schedule requirements.
• Work closely with Project Managers, Team Leaders, consultants, and sponsor agencies to support the development of responsive designs that meet or exceed the mission and values of Design + Construction Excellence.
• Support the development of professional services procurements and serve as the single point of contact with the Public Design Commission, managing the monthly submissions process for the entire agency.
• Prepare publications, presentations, and reports; organize events that highlight and advance Design + Construction Excellence, such as Peer Reviews, Consultant Engagement, and Design Value evaluations.

• A baccalaureate degree in architecture from an accredited college or university and at least two (2) years of full‑time experience in planning, design, research, investigations, and/or studies related to urban design development programs; OR
• A satisfactory combination of education and experience equivalent to the above; however, a baccalaureate degree in architecture is required for all candidates. Graduate work leading to an advanced degree in architecture, urban design, or city planning may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis.
• Must be currently authorized to work full‑time in the United States.
• Educational credentials must be from a U.S. Department of Education‑recognized accredited institution; foreign credentials require independent equivalency verification from an approved evaluation service.

Outstanding organizational, time‑management, and multi‑tasking skills, including the ability to take initiative, prioritize duties, work independently, and perform well under pressure. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Outlook/MS Teams, MS SharePoint, and PowerPoint. Knowledge of Adobe software such as Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop is preferred but not required. Experience with in the design industry with a focus on public spaces is preferred but not required.

All applicants, including City Employees, are encouraged to apply. The City of New York is an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status or characteristic.

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Please indicate your interest in the 55‑a Program in your résumé and cover letter.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness:
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Residency Requirement:
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. Discuss the residency requirement with the agency representative during the interview.

Salary: $86,749.00 – $