Section Manager, Architectural

Section Manager, Architectural

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital projects valued at $35B, and another $13.6B projected over the next 10-year commitment plan.

The projects BEDC implements allows DEP as a whole to continue to operate and maintain an exemplary water supply system.

BEDC seeks to hire an Administrative Architect M3, Section Manager for IHD's Architectural Section, located in Queens, NY. Under direction of the Deputy Director, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, the selected candidate will perform high level architectural duties for the most critical and complex aspects of projects assigned to the section; oversee staff to develop skills to meet the needs of the project scope;

review and comment on designs of staff; sign and seal drawings and specifications with a Registered Architect seal; conduct and oversee the preparation of plans and specifications for building elevations, floor plans, site landscaping, fencing/screens, and paving; liaise with operating bureaus and other agency stakeholders to ensure proper execution of work; establish standards, specifications and design criteria based on industry standards;

and stay up to date on changing regulations and technology. This includes, but is not limited to, serving as a project lead on selected projects. The selected candidate will also review and/or oversee staff review of designs prepared by outsourced architectural and engineering firms for the same types of facilities. The selected candidate will also be required to perform administrative functions including evaluations, time and leave approvals, staff planning and hiring processes.

Only those applicants with permanent Civil Service status as an Administrative Architect are eligible to apply to this JVN. If you do not have permanent civil service status as an Administrative Architect, please do not apply to this position as you will not be considered for an interview.

Preferred skills include analytical ability, knowledge of architecture, overall architectural knowledge and good judgment. Experience in the planning, layout and details of architectural drawings, specifications, shop drawing review, field inspections, and investigations. Experience in the area of architectural design, planning and layout with ability to perform Architecture for complex projects. Good verbal and written communication skills with the ability to explain and breakdown complex architectural details into components.

Strong organizational and computer skills including MS Office, Auto Cad and Revit. A Motor Vehicle Driver's License valid in the state of New York may be required for some assignments. 7-10 years' experience in leading and supervising a design team. Experience in coordinating a project with engineering and other disciplines.

A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required. In addition, candidates must have six (6) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, at least two (2) years of which shall have been as an administrative architect.

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.

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.

Job

Posted until: 06/29/2026

Title code: 10004

Civil service title: ADMINISTRATIVE ARCHITECT

Title classification:
Competitive-1

Business title: SECTION MANAGER, ARCHITECTURAL

Job level: M3

Number of positions: 1

Work location:

96-05 Horace Harding Expway

Administration & Human Resources