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Lead Structural Engineer

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Job Description

* This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Civil Engineer civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent city employees in or on leave from a comparable title or 4) employees who are reachable on the Civil Engineer civil service list or a comparable civil service list.

Major Responsibilities

- Under direction of the Deputy Director of Engineering, serve as lead engineer and manager on structural engineering projects and programs.
- Manage inspections, consultant contracts, in-house assignments, procurement and design and construction.
- Technical supervision and mentoring of Engineering staff to ensure quality work and on-time project delivery.
- Develop and ensure project schedules, budgets and technical quality assurance/quality control.
- Perform condition surveys/assessments, background/document research, feasibility studies, scope determination, estimates on existing or proposed infrastructure and prepare reports.
- Perform structural design calculations and provide details/drawings for filing and construction.
- Develop requests for proposals, contracts, work orders and other tasks related to consultant procurement.
- Conduct field inspections before and during design and construction, through turnover, to proactively identify and resolve problems.
- Act as subject-matter expert to represent the engineering team within and externally to the Agency.
- Propose and develop improvements to processes and programs to better advance the team’s mission.
- Complete internal administrative tasks using Parks software and other systems.

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 709807.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 709807 on your cover letter and resume.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 05/02/2025. Previous applicants to Job ID# 683772 and Job ID# 701567 are still under consideration and need not reapply.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

CIVIL ENGINEER - 20215

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.

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What You Should Know About Lead Structural Engineer, City of New York

Are you ready to take your career to the next level as a Lead Structural Engineer with the City of New York in Flushing, NY? This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to lead various structural engineering projects and programs under the guidance of the Deputy Director of Engineering. In this role, you'll oversee all aspects of project management including inspections, consultant contracts, and in-house assignments. You'll conduct thorough condition surveys and feasibility studies, ensuring that your team delivers high-quality work on time and within budget. Your responsibilities will also include performing structural design calculations and creating drawings for construction. As a Lead Structural Engineer, you’ll be the go-to expert, representing the engineering team both internally and externally, while fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Plus, you’ll have the chance to propose improvements that advance our mission. If you're a proactive thinker with a Professional Engineer’s License and a passion for enhancing infrastructure, we’d love to see you apply and become a vital part of our innovative team!

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What are the main responsibilities of a Lead Structural Engineer at the City of New York?

As a Lead Structural Engineer at the City of New York, your main responsibilities include managing structural engineering projects, overseeing inspections and consultant contracts, supervising engineering staff, developing budgets, performing structural design calculations, and conducting field inspections. You will also ensure quality assurance and proactively identify potential issues during projects.