Design Director for Architecture

ONLY OPEN TO CURRENT FULL-TIME ANNUALLY PAID PARKS EMPLOYEES*

Major Responsibilities

• Working under the Architectural Team Leader, manage a studio of designers and oversee implementation of Architecture’s Capital design program valued at $-$ million.
• Direct and supervise Deputy Directors and the design process to ensure projects have well-thought-out designs and remain on schedule and within budget.

Coordinate with support units and consultants to prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met.

• Conduct or direct research on extremely complex and important architectural projects.
• Oversee preparation of complex proposals or reports, review such proposals and recommend appropriate action. Present and defend proposals on major architectural projects to high level Agency and / or city officials.
• Coordinate multiple projects of great technical complexity with major potential impact on Agency architectural operations and / or the City's infrastructure.
• Ensure documents are submitted to oversight regulatory agencies to obtain timely approvals. Review graphic and written design documents to ensure documents effectively convey project goals.
• Provide information, input, and assessment of projects for internal and external stakeholders and represent the Agency at meetings with outside organizations.
• Prepare analyses for potential future projects, including conceptual designs.
• Spearhead the development of architectural standards for the unit and within the Agency to ensure efficient design focused on Agency needs and requirements.
• Provide and coordinate quality assurance / quality control on construction documents to ensure capital projects complete, meeting regulations, standards and Agency requirements.
• Assist with hiring, training and administrative oversight of team design personnel.
• Sign and seal architectural and other official documents.

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Current Employees please include your ERN and Job ID# 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. References will be required upon request.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

Preferred Skills

1.Highly articulate with the ability to multi-task and prioritize competing agendas effectively.2.Advanced planning and design skills, with a solid understanding of architectural design principles and technical production.

3.LEED or CPHD certification and a knowledge of any / all of the following specialized disciplines : sustainable design, historic preservation, ADA / universal design concepts, climate resiliency and urban design.

4.Experience in a supervisory capacity overseeing multiple Architecture projects and staff.5.Experience with public speaking and leading meetings.

6.Excellent and effective graphic and written communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.7.A commitment to teamwork and encouraging professional growth in team members, and an integrated approach to project delivery.

8.A driver license valid in New York State.

55a Program

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.

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.

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Residency RequirementThis position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.