Preservation Architect

Job Description

The Architecture Unit in the Capital Division designs, restores and/or modernizes existing or new Parks structures, ranging from a new recreation center to a historic house renovation. This work impacts neighborhood growth, public health and recreation in communities throughout New York City.

Major Responsibilities

• Under direction of the Team Leader and Design Director of Architecture, develop designs and bid documents for the preservation, restoration and adaptive re-use of existing structures.
• Ensure compliance with New York City Landmarks Law and NYC Building codes.
• Produce conditions surveys, historic resource assessments and background research on buildings and structures on New York City Parks property.
• Work closely with project designers, resident engineers, Maintenance & Operations (M&O) staff and public/private partnerships to provide technical assistance and advice on conservation products, techniques, preservation design practices and appropriate maintenance standards for Park resources.
• Develop measured drawings and technical specifications.
• Provide construction supervision assistance for historic resources and preservation.
• Coordinate project-specific Agency issues, such as permits, filings and approvals.
• Manage all phases of project development from scope definition through construction administration to produce complete, sustainable and technically excellent designs within established schedule and budget.
• Coordinate with support units and consultants to prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met throughout the process and assistance is provided as needed.
• Participate in development of design standards for historic structures including details and specifications.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 809857.

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 on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request. Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

nyc.gov/parks

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Qualifications

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.