PRP - Pedestrian Ramp Engineer

Project Manager - 22426

***In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Project Manager, or must have taken, passed and be reachable on the civil service list, Exam # 4076, and provide written proof.***

The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining 12,750 miles of sidewalk and more than 185,000 corners throughout the city. The Pedestrian Ramp Program (PRP), a unit within SIM, is committed to providing pedestrian (curb) ramps citywide that meet applicable accessibility laws and guidelines. Pedestrian ramps are a critical component in providing safe and accessible means of travel throughout New York City. Pedestrian ramps provide access on and off our streets and sidewalk and are an essential tool for all pedestrians, especially aging New Yorkers and people with disabilities.

PRP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative engineering team. This team is responsible for the design and management of pedestrian ramp projects; design review for a variety of capital reconstruction initiatives; development of inspection criteria; construction quality assurance and quality control technical assistance; and the tracking of pedestrian ramps data and ADA compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) throughout the city right-of way. Under the supervision of a Senior Manager/Licensed Engineer, the selected candidate will:

1. Evaluate existing pedestrian ramps
2. Develop accessible, ADA-compliant design solutions, including geometric layout and grading.
3. Review project plans for compliance with the ADA and applicable standards.
4. Coordinate with internal DOT units, external agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and members of the public to ensure successful implementation of accessibility requirements.
5. Identify and resolve design issues, answer accessibility-related questions and assess technical infeasibilities
6. Conduct and participate in site visits related to pedestrian ramps design and construction.
7. Manage pedestrian ramp contracts throughout the project life cycle.

In coordination with NYC DDC, the Engineering Team applies its technical and project management expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope. Key responsibilities will include:

• Overseeing the preparation of the project scope
• Conducting initial and recurring evaluation of project budgets
• Monitoring and assessing project schedules
• Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to support successful project completion.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or 2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or 3. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of the experience and/or college education as described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of credit will be given for each 30 semester credits of college education leading to a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration.

Preferred Skills:

Experience related to transportation engineering, site grading, roadway design, and/or drainage design is preferred. Excellent communication and computer skills, experience with NYCDOT guidelines, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities at once are desired. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and interest in accessible design and ADA regulations.

***In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Project Manager, or must have taken, passed and be reachable on the civil service list, Exam # 4076, and provide written proof.***

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at . New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.