NYC SCA - NEW YORK CITY SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY
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Posted: 21-Jan-25
Location: Long Island City, New York
Type: Full Time
Salary: 99,422-161,531
Years of Experience:
11+
Preferred Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: R1210014
Engineer – C (Structural)
Build your career while building NYC schools!
The New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) is the organization responsible for designing and building new public schools and managing the design, construction, and renovation of capital improvement projects in New York City’s more than 1200 school buildings. The SCA is dedicated to building and modernizing schools in a responsible, cost-effective manner while achieving the highest standards of excellence, safety, quality, and integrity.
We have an excellent opportunity for an Engineer – C who is responsible for performing work in a variety of assignments and technical roles, as needed, and manages team members and/or contractors on projects to achieve the objectives of the Authority.
Responsibilities Include:
Perform design reviews of multiple Capacity and/or CIP/Reso A projects and Quality Review of contract documents.
Performs quality control review of design calculations and/or drawings and review of technical specification sections.
Participate in periodic Consultant Evaluations by providing managers with critical feedback.
Assist with the review of Consultant RFP submission proposals for specific projects.
Determine building usage at initial construction, research building code and establish minimum live load.
Analyze reinforced concrete structures and develop NDT investigation program.
Provide structural engineering input in project planning and delivery for various programs/projects related to inspection, investigation, and quality assurance of building structures.
Provide expert testimony to assist in resolving claims and legal disputes of a structural nature.
Lead on special programs or coordinate the activities of DCIM Department Units.
Provide leadership and technical advice to the DCIM Specialty Testing Unit.
Make testing recommendations considering construction costs, quality assurance, maintenance, energy use and replacement costs of facilities and buildings.
Investigate and diagnose building envelope conditions, complete review of existing structures and new construction and support the investigation and litigation projects involving damage to structures from various failures.
Survey facilities for potential lease or acquisition and prepare assessment reports.
Participate in discussions/reviews, R&D of SCA Design Standards & assist in development of SCA/GSG CADD details.
Coordinate and assist with SHPO research and submission requirements; assist junior staff in acclimation/training to DCIM performance requirements.
Chair project meetings; may manage a range of internal and contractor staff/consultants on projects
The ideal candidate has knowledge and experience in a wide range of structural systems, including archaic systems, such as cinder concrete structures, brick arches, etc. is highly desirable. Miscellaneous Antiquated Systems include, but are not limited to flat arch, masonry, draped mesh slabs, clay tile slabs, one-way & two-way reinforced concrete slabs, precast planks, etc.
Minimum Qualifications:
PROFESSIONAL NYS ENGINEER LICENSE REQUIRED plus a Baccalaureate degree and fifteen years of full time, administration, experience in operations, construction, management, administration, or a related field; five years must be in an administrative or managerial capacity. A satisfactory combination of education and experience.
We offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, prescription & vision coverage; NYC Qualified Pension Plan; Optional Retirement Savings including 401K, 457 and IRA options; Transit Check Program; Public Loan Forgiveness Program; Competitive Paid Time-off (PTO) are just a sample of our benefits.
Salary dependent upon experience:
Appointment Rate: $99,422 - $140,462 (With less than two years of active City or SCA service)
Incumbent Rate: $114,335- $161,531 (With at least two years of active and continuous City or SCA service)
About NYC SCA - NEW YORK CITY SCHOOL CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY
The New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) designs, builds and renovates public school buildings throughout all of the five (5) boroughs. We have excellent opportunities for talented and experienced Structural Engineers to join the NYCSCA Team.