Surveyor (Mechanical)

New York City, NY • Queens, NY

120d

About The Position

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Public Buildings, seeks a Surveyor (Mechanical). The Surveyor (Mechanical) 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. Additional duties include preparing facility assessment reports suitable for sponsor budget planning purposes.

Requirements

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work.
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License.
• Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained.
• A master's degree in mechanical engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

Nice To Haves

• Thorough understanding of building construction methods, materials, and assemblies.
• Expertise in forensic diagnosis of deterioration and failure issues.
• At least 5 years of prior relevant field inspection experience.
• Physical ability to conduct site visits, including accessing stairs and rooftops.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• A valid motor vehicle driver's license.

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.
• Work as part of a survey team with an Architect and Electrical Engineer.
• Visit an average of 2 to 3 buildings daily.
• Prepare facility assessment reports for budget planning.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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