Senior Design Reviewer (Sustainability)

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

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About The Position

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, Architecture and Engineering Sustainability Unit seeks a Senior Design Reviewer (Sustainability) for the Office of Sustainable Design. The selected candidate will serve as one of the unit's representatives during design and construction phases for capital projects. The key responsibilities include project scope development, technical review of consultant design documents related to sustainable design and resiliency requirements, LEED compliance strategies, buildings codes, and local laws. In addition, the candidate will attend project and site meetings, liaise with DDC Program Units, sponsor agencies, design consultants, commissioning agents, and contractors, and participate in the unit's research and development program.

Requirements

• A baccalaureate degree in architecture from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of full-time experience in planning, design, research, investigations and/or studies related to urban design development programs.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

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 the NYC Energy Code.
• Experience in general construction, project management, and project delivery methodologies.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a representative during design and construction phases for capital projects.
• Develop project scope.
• Conduct technical review of consultant design documents related to sustainable design and resiliency requirements.
• Implement LEED compliance strategies.
• Ensure adherence to building codes and local laws.
• Attend project and site meetings.
• Liaise with DDC Program Units, sponsor agencies, 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