Deputy Director of Ecological Construction

*ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES* *This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent Parks employees serving in the Construction Project Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) permanent Parks employees in or on leave from a comparable title or 4) candidates who are reachable on the Construction Project Manager civil service list, Exam No. 0169. (Please indicate your list# on your cover letter and resume.) or 5) candidates who took and passed the Construction Project Manager civil service exam, Exam No. 3042 (Please indicate if you took and passed this exam on your cover letter and resume.). Natural Resources Capital Design and Construction is a team of designers, foresters, project managers and construction managers who translate natural areas management goals for Parks' forests, wetlands, and waterways into capitally funded construction projects. We design and construct wetland, shoreline, riverine, and forest restoration projects, green infrastructure retrofits and public access corridors within sensitive habitats and natural areas. Major Responsibilities Under direction of the Director of Ecological Design, oversee all NRG construction projects, ensuring that they are completed on time and within budget. Work with agency leadership, staff scientists, Maintenance and Operations staff and other stakeholders to ensure that construction meets targets for ecological function and/or reduces ecological impacts while addressing Agency and community goals. Ensure all construction is responsive to Federal, State, and local regulatory frameworks, including all required filings, reviews, and approvals. Develop the professional capacity of Construction Supervisor, Senior Forester, and their direct reports. Work with Construction Supervisor and Senior Forester to ensure that all construction operations comply with contract specifications and documents. Participate in site inspections to ensure quality assurance when warranted. Ensure lessons learned in the field are communicated across teams to ensure continuous improvement of contract documents and construction management processes. Oversee constructability review of project drawings during design phase. Assist Parks lawyers and City Law department in the timely preparation of documents to support Parks' position in contractor claims and other negotiations. Assist in the monitoring of various contract administrative requirements, including Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) goals. May represent the Director of Ecological Design and perform all associated tasks. **Appointees to this position will receive a $2,122 Assignment Differential in addition to their base salary. How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 703529. Work location: Baby Queensbridge Park, Queens NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 03/07/2025. Minimum Qualifications A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience managing and/or inspecting one or more construction projects which must have a total cost of at least $300,000 for each of the five years of the required experience; or One year of the experience as described in "1" above and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; or One year of the experience as described in "1" above and a valid license as a professional engineer, registered architect, or registered landscape architect; or A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and a combination of at least two years of experience as described in "1" above and the education as described in "2" above to equal a total of five years of education and experience. Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. Preferred Skills Demonstrated capacity to manage a complex construction portfolio. Knowledge of Federal, State and local regulatory frameworks. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills. A commitment to teamwork and an integrated approach to project delivery. 55a Program This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Public Service Loan Forgiveness As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. Residency Requirement This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements. Additional Information The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-03-06