Job Description Hours: Full-Time – 35 Hours Work Location: 30-30 Thomson Ave, LIC, Queens 11101 Only candidates who are permanent in the Administrative Engineer title or those who are reachable on the DDC promotional list (exam #1506), or the open-competitive list (exam #1122) may apply. Please indicate a copy of your Notice of Result card or indicate if you are already permanent in the title. If you do not meet the previously mentioned civil service criteria, you will not be considered for an interview. The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Infrastructure, is in search of a Deputy Director for Section 5 – Bridges/Step Streets/Retaining Walls Program. The Deputy Director will oversee and evaluate the work of 1 - 2 Engineers-In-Charge and their teams (comprising roughly 14 engineers and technicians); resolve issues promptly during the project construction phase; and guarantee project completion within the set timeframe, budget constraints, and IFA rate limits. The ideal candidate will formulate standard construction terminology; update and maintain standard specifications for roadway, sewer, and water main construction; and keep standard drawings current. Moreover, the Deputy Director will act as the representative of the Design Unit in meetings with utility companies, and city, state, and federal agencies; oversee the consultant design process and train staff in executing the Design Unit's responsibilities; and support the Assistant Commissioner and Director with the Design group's objectives as required. Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. NYC Department of Design and Construction does not provide sponsorship for international employees. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position, at the time of application. All applicants, including City Employees: Please go to NYC Government Jobs | Explore Careers | City of New York, go to Search for Open Jobs, and type in the Job ID # listed above. Submit job application as prompted. Do not apply via Employee Self-Service (ESS), e-mail, mail, or fax your resume to DDC directly. Qualifications 1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer. 2. Six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity. Additional Information 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.