About the position
The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, seeks a Surveyor (Architectural). The Surveyor (Architectural) will conduct condition assessments in City-owned buildings for the Asset Information Management System (AIMS) program of the Mayor's Office of Management and Budget (OMB). The selected candidate will inspect and assess the physical condition of the exterior and interior building components, such as exterior facades, parapet walls, roof, windows, interior floors, stairs, walls, and ceilings. The Surveyor will record existing conditions, and assess the repair and replacement needs and remaining component life expectancy. The candidate will work as part of a three-person survey team consisting of an Architect, Electrical Engineer, and Mechanical Engineer. The candidate will visit an average of 2 to 3 buildings daily, up to four days per week, followed by time reserved for report preparation in the office.
Responsibilities
- Conduct condition assessments in City-owned buildings.
- Inspect and assess the physical condition of building components.
- Record existing conditions and assess repair and replacement needs.
- Evaluate remaining component life expectancy.
- Work as part of a survey team.
- Prepare facility assessment reports for budget planning.
Requirements
- A valid New York State Registration as an Architect.
- Six (6) years of full-time paid experience in architectural work.
- At least two (2) years of experience as an administrative architect.
- A valid motor vehicle driver's license.
Nice-to-haves
- Thorough understanding of building construction methods, materials, and assemblies, especially for older buildings.
- Expertise in forensic diagnosis of deterioration, distress, and failure issues.
- Up-to-date understanding of construction and material costs.
- At least 5 years of prior relevant field inspection experience.
- Physical ability to conduct site visits, including accessing stairs, catwalks, ladders, rooftops, and basements.
Benefits
- Eligibility for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs.
