MEP Reviewer (Mechanical) for the Division of Building Land Development Services

City of New York•New York City, NY

About The Position

The Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) oversees housing standards across New York City and works to create and preserve affordable housing. The Office of Development leads the agency’s affordable-housing efforts in collaboration with HPD offices and other city, state, and federal agencies. Within the Office of Development, the Division of Building and Land Development Services provides architectural, engineering, cost valuation, environmental planning, and construction support services. It has more than 100 staff across seven units. As Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing Reviewer, you will review the design and monitor the installation of mechanical systems in newly constructed and rehabilitated multifamily buildings receiving HPD funding or assistance. The role requires coordination with internal and external partners and stakeholders, including review of designs submitted by consultants. The position calls for an engineering background and knowledge of New York City building and construction codes, federal, state, and city housing codes and regulations, and methods and standards for multifamily housing construction and preservation.

Requirements

Background in engineering, engineering science, or a related field.
Thorough knowledge of New York City building and construction codes and federal, state, and city housing codes and regulations.
Experience with methods and standards for new construction and preservation of multifamily housing.
For the Construction Project Manager title, a high school diploma or equivalent and five years of satisfactory full-time experience managing and/or inspecting construction projects costing at least $300,000 each; or one year of that experience plus a qualifying bachelor’s degree or professional license; or a qualifying combination of experience and education.
For Construction Project Manager Assignment Level II, one additional year of qualifying Level I experience or other specified construction-project experience.
For Construction Project Manager Assignment Level III, two additional years of qualifying Level I and II experience or other specified construction-project experience, and a valid New York State motor vehicle driver license.
At appointment, a motor vehicle driver license valid in New York State is required; it must be maintained during employment. Moving violations, license suspension, or an accident record may be disqualifying.
Candidates must specify each construction project worked on, including a description, the time period, the type of work performed, and the money allotted for the project.
Applicants must be permanent in the title of Construction Project Manager, reachable on the Construction Project Manager list, or permanent in another comparable civil service title; candidates must identify their permanent civil service title on their resume.
A candidate may be subject to a background investigation conducted by the New York City Department of Investigation.

Nice To Haves

Thorough knowledge of engineering, including HVAC, plumbing, and sprinkler systems, to provide technically sound recommendations and determinations.
Thorough knowledge of city, state, and federal housing and construction regulations, procedures, and practices.
Experience reviewing plans and contract documents for mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, and sprinkler systems for multifamily housing.
Proficiency in AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to read and understand drawings, plans, scopes of work, and specifications.
Experience conducting MEP inspections at construction job sites for new and existing buildings.
Ability to negotiate with diverse technical specialists.
Ability to work independently, exercise independent judgment in technical matters, take initiative, and work effectively with others.
Excellent mathematical, technical, writing, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills.
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, coordinate multiple projects in a timely manner, and address sensitive, complex issues.
A New York State motor vehicle driver license may be required for certain assignments and, if required, must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.

Responsibilities

Review mechanical, plumbing, and sprinkler plans and contract documents submitted by private architects and engineers for compliance with industry design standards and applicable codes, including the New York City Building Code, ASHRAE, the New York City Energy Conservation Code, and Enterprise Green Communities.
Ensure that industry and energy-efficiency standards are met or exceeded in the design of mechanical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems.
Conduct field surveys and inspections of existing mechanical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems and help determine scopes of work, cost estimates, and recommendations for repairs or system replacements.
Monitor installation of mechanical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems during construction or alteration of multifamily buildings to ensure conformity with approved plans, contract specifications, industry standards, applicable codes, and the proposed construction schedule.
Review mechanical-system scopes of work for errors and omissions.
Research mechanical systems by obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing relevant information and documentation and consulting appropriate parties to resolve discrepancies.
Prepare contract documents for mechanical, plumbing, and sprinkler systems in multiple-dwelling and city-owned buildings.
Prepare accurate, organized, and comprehensive reports on engineering matters.
Conduct research, investigations, studies, and analysis related to the agency’s engineering functions.
Coordinate with internal and external partners and stakeholders to address complex issues and review electrical designs provided by consultants.