Senior Design Reviewer (Sustainability)

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

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About The Position

The NYC Department of Design & Construction, Public Buildings Division seeks a Sr. Design Reviewer to join the Sustainability Unit. The selected candidate will serve as one of the unit's representatives for capital projects. Responsibilities include: project scope development; design, construction, and post-construction technical review for both sustainability and resiliency; LEED compliance strategies; and certification documentation. The Sr. Design Reviewer will also be responsible for energy master planning and building performance evaluation. The selected candidate will attend project and site meetings; liaise with DDC Program Unit staff, design consultants, commissioning agents, and contractors; and participate in the unit's research and development program, which often results in codified policy change.

Requirements

• A valid New York State Registration as an Architect is required
• Six (6) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work, with at least two (2) years as an administrative architect

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 5 years of full-time experience in sustainable design
• LEED accredited professional (LEED AP)
• Familiarity with public policy and understanding of architectural design and engineering principles and practices
• Knowledge of the NYC Building Codes and NYC Energy Code
• General construction, project management, and project delivery methodologies
• Effective verbal and written communication skills

Responsibilities

• Project scope development
• Design, construction, and post-construction technical review for sustainability and resiliency
• LEED compliance strategies and certification documentation
• Energy master planning and building performance evaluation
• Attend project and site meetings
• Liaise with DDC Program Unit staff, design consultants, commissioning agents, and contractors
• Participate in the unit's research and development program

Benefits

• Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees