Job Description
Applying accessibility regulations evaluates client portfolios for advanced capital planning, resulting in assessments that incorporate ADA compliance needs. The position conducts building surveys and reviews consultant designs to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local laws. This informs planning for portfolio-wide improvements in public facilities.
The City of New York runs the NYC Department of Design and Construction, promoting accessibility within public buildings citywide. Their division handles advanced planning units for resiliency and ADA mandates, coordinating design and construction efforts. Projects emphasize compliance for diverse client agencies and existing structures.
Routine activities include investigating client needs via building surveys and meetings with agencies and DDC staff to create planning assessments. Work involves reviewing consultants' designs and attending interagency meetings for compliance checks, plus site visits weekly. Tools include regulatory frameworks like Chapter 11 of NYC Building Code. Interactions occur with consultants, agencies, and internal teams. A constraint involves synthesizing findings from surveys while managing ADA coordination in varying building conditions.
Compensation details not provided. Full-time role at 35 hours per week, situated at 30-30 Thomson Avenue, LIC, NY 11101. No remote arrangement. Provides an inclusive atmosphere protected against discrimination.
Responsibilities
- Interpret and apply ADA Standards and building codes
- Assist with portfolio planning through investigation
- Review client needs and existing conditions
- Create Advanced Capital Planning Assessments
- Conduct surveys of existing buildings
- Meet with client agencies and DDC staff
- Review outside design consultants' work
- Participate in interagency meetings
- Conduct weekly construction site visits for ADA exams
Requirements
- Permanent in Associate Project Manager title or reachable on exams #3573, #3110
- One year supervising project management work
- Baccalaureate degree in specified fields plus one year experience
- Four-year high school diploma plus five years experience
- Equivalent education/experience combination