Architect

*This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent city employees serving in the Architect civil service title or 2) on leave from the title or 3) employees who are reachable on the Architect civil service list (Exam No. 5009).

Note: To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, 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.

The Architecture unit in the Capital Division designs, restores and/or modernizes existing or new Parks structures, ranging from a new recreation center to a historic house renovation. This work impacts neighborhood growth, public health and recreation in communities throughout New York City.

Major Responsibilities

- Under direction, develop designs and bid documents for new buildings and adaptive re-use of existing structures.
- Produce designs that result in elegant, efficiently constructed and durable buildings.
- Manage all phases of project development from scope definition through construction administration.
- Ensure assigned projects meet approved budgets and schedules.
- Produce high quality construction documents for bidding and construction.
- Develop construction estimates and project schedules for supervisor’s approval.
- When directed, manage consulting architects and engineers.
- Ensure all projects meet or exceed Americans with Disability Act (ADA) requirements, NYC Building Code requirements and other applicable regulations.
- Develop “green” or sustainable design elements to implement into project work.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 717760.

All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications.

*Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume.

NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. *Posting period extended to 08/29/2025. Previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. References required upon request.

nyc.gov/parks

MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

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1. A valid New York State Registration as an Architect. Current New York State Registration as an Architect must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

2. 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.

3. 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.

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.