JOB DESCRIPTION

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program.
The Brooklyn Queens Expressway (BQE) is a vital part of New York City’s transportation system and economy. The New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) is undertaking a long-term fix of BQE Central, the City-owned portion of the BQE, from Atlantic Avenue to Sands Street in Brooklyn, with a focus on safety, resiliency, and community priorities.
The Senior Design Engineer will support engineering functions pertaining to major multiple bridge reconstruction projects for the BQE Central Project. The selected candidate will be part of the new BQE Special Project Office (SPO) of the BQE Central Project which reports directly to the NYC DOT Chief Strategy Officer (CSO). The Senior Design Engineer will report to the Program Engineer for BQE Central and collaborate with the Deputy Commissioner of Bridges and associated staff, the Chief of Staff of the CSO, and other NYC DOT leadership.

Duties will include:

• Advise leadership of the BQE Central Project on the development of project goals and objectives, in coordination with the Division of Bridges.
• Assist BQE Central SPO with the coordination, oversight, and evaluation of complex design reports, calculations, design plans, construction concepts and construction schedules. Ensure engineering work complies with Federal, State, City codes and standards.
• Assist in preparation of written reports/technical conclusions, memorandums, tabulated registers, and presentations through reviewing the rehabilitation design by consultants.
• Lead contract administration functions related to the BQE Central project; review contract documents and reports, and advises to the planning and scheduling of contract and any related work at the supervisor’s direction.
• Engage and coordinate various aspects of the BQE Central project with the BQE Joint Venture (BQE JV). The BQE JV is comprised by consultants dedicated to advancing the BQE Central Project alongside the NYC DOT staff assigned to this project.
• Represent the agency with external stakeholders such as FHWA, NYSDOT and other city, state, and federal agencies.
• Review of scope of work and cost estimate for extra work.
• Perform other related engineering and administrative duties at the request of the Program Engineer or the CSO.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and
(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1” above.
Special Note:
In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

PREFERRED SKILLS

A preferred candidates must have at least eight (8) years of full-time paid experience in civil or structural engineering work. Ability to communicate effectively in verbal and written form. Ability to monitor and effectively review the activities of the consultants in the preparation of engineering analysis, study report, plans, specifications, and estimates. Knowledge of various aspects of an interstate corridor which includes technical requirements, City, State and Federal environmental processes, funding issues, community involvement, traffic control and procurement protocols. Proven track record in managing large scale transportation projects. Previous supervisory experience is a plus. In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title, or be reachable on the civil service list, or be eligible under the 55a program.

• Advise leadership of the BQE Central Project on the development of project goals and objectives, in coordination with the Division of Bridges.
• Assist BQE Central SPO with the coordination, oversight, and evaluation of complex design reports, calculations, design plans, construction concepts and construction schedules. Ensure engineering work complies with Federal, State, City codes and standards.
• Assist in preparation of written reports/technical conclusions, memorandums, tabulated registers, and presentations through reviewing the rehabilitation design by consultants.
• Lead contract administration functions related to the BQE Central project; review contract documents and reports, and advises to the planning and scheduling of contract and any related work at the supervisor’s direction.
• Engage and coordinate various aspects of the BQE Central project with the BQE Joint Venture (BQE JV). The BQE JV is comprised by consultants dedicated to advancing the BQE Central Project alongside the NYC DOT staff assigned to this project.
• Represent the agency with external stakeholders such as FHWA, NYSDOT and other city, state, and federal agencies.
• Review of scope of work and cost estimate for extra work.
• Perform other related engineering and administrative duties at the request of the Program Engineer or the CSO