City of New York · 11 hours ago
Architect
Queens, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $114K/yr
1+ years expThe City of New York is seeking an Architect for the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA), the nation’s oldest and largest public housing authority. The role involves performing architectural tasks to support the capital projects portfolio while ensuring the aging infrastructure is maintained and modernized.
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Responsibilities
Conduct complex and important research, investigations, studies or examinations related to the architectural function and scope of capital projects
Prepare drawings related to the architectural plans for major projects for the construction, renovation or repair of public works, structures or installations, and review architectural and engineering drawings
Prepare specifications and support the development of cost estimates and estimates of quantities
In connection with architectural projects, make interpretative detailed sketches or layouts of intricate or fundamental portions or aspects of the architectural plan as proposed or adopted
Prepare analyses of the spatial organization and efficient utilization of sites and structures, utilities and appurtenances, as well as the functional arrangement of interior layouts
Solve problems and interpret design and construction contracts
Write reports including Basis of Design Reports
Contract management
Coordinate with other design staff and teams to meet the capital plan obligation goals for the Asset and Capital Management Division (A&CM)
Perform project document coordination between architectural, engineering and other relevant disciplines and ensure completion of contract packages
Develop designs for exterior envelopes and interior renovations of a complex nature
Develop designs to meet ADA and accessibility requirements
Coordinate the design of projects and project teams including coordinating the work of professional engineers
Serve as a consultant on major architectural projects
Prepare original reports of a complex nature
Make field visits and conduct site surveys
Sign and seal architectural and other official documents. File documents at the NYC Department of Buildings
Manage project files
Qualification
Required
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
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
Preferred
Excellent Revit and AutoCAD and 3-D software skills
Excellent contract package production and organizational skills
Ability to review one's own drawings and the drawings of others
Ability to act independently, make informed decisions, manage one's own time and coach junior staff members
Knowledge of NYC Construction Codes, Energy Codes, LPC, NYC DEP requirements, NYC Zoning Resolution, FDNY, NFPA, CSI and related applicable reference Codes and Standards
Expertise in design for renovations of residential buildings, replacement of roofs, community centers, and commercial spaces
Understanding of materials, construction processes, architectural systems including roofing and methodologies, building façade / Local Law 11
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as interpersonal skills
Experience developing presentations to project teams and clients
LEED AP certification, Enterprise Green Communities criteria, Passive House certification and other high-performance building experience are considered a plus
Benefits
A choice of medical coverage plans
Deferred compensation plans
A defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees’ Retirement System (NYCERS)
Company
City of New York
City of New York, often called as New York City, is the most populous city in United States.
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