MEP Reviewer (Electrical Engineer) for the Division of Building Land Development Services job opportunity at New York City Government Jobs.



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New York City Government Jobs MEP Reviewer (Electrical Engineer) for the Division of Building Land Development Services
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Job DescriptionAgency Description:The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) promotes quality and affordability in the city's housing, and diversity and strength in the city’s neighborhoods because every New Yorker deserves a safe, affordable place to live in a neighborhood they love.- We maintain building and resident safety and health- We create opportunities for New Yorkers through housing affordability- We engage New Yorkers to build and sustain neighborhood strength and diversity.Your Team:The Division of Building and Land Development Services (BLDS) leads the agency’s effort in providing architectural, engineering, cost valuation, environmental planning, and construction support services to the various divisions within HPD’s Office of Development. The Office of Development utilizes a public-private partnership model and provides loans, grants and/or incentives to assist in the finance of housing development projects that will benefit low- and moderate-income New Yorkers.The Division of Building and Land Development Services is the largest division within the Office of Development with over 100 staff composed of seven units which include: the Bureau of New Construction Design Review Services, the Bureau of Preservation Design Review Services, the Bureau of Engineering, the Bureau of Construction Services, Environmental Planning Unit, the Policy Unit, and the Program Management Unit.Your Impact:As MEP(Electrical) Reviewer you will be responsible for reviewing the design and monitoring the installation of Electrical systems for both newly constructed and rehabilitated multi-family buildings assisted by HPD Funding/Assistance.Your Role:The ideal candidate should have a background in Engineering, Engineering Science, or related field, and possess a thorough understanding and strong knowledge base of New York City building and construction codes, NEC, NFPA, as well as Federal, State, and City housing codes and regulations, along with experience in methods and standards for new construction and preservation of multi-family housing.Your Responsibilities:- Review Electrical and Fire Alarm plans and contract documents, submitted by private architects and engineers, to assure compliance with industry design standards and pertinent codes, including the New York City Building Code, NEC, NFPA, New York City Energy Conservation Code, and Enterprise Green Communities.- Assure that industry standards are being met or exceeded in the sizing and design of Electrical systems.- Conduct field surveys and inspections of existing Electrical and Fire Alarm systems and assist in determining a scope of work, cost estimate, and recommendations for repair and/or systems replacement.- Monitor the installation of Electrical and Fire Alarm systems during the construction/alteration of multi-family buildings to ensure conformance of work to approved plans, contract specifications, industry standards and pertinent codes, and timely adherence to the proposed construction schedule.- Review scopes of work for Electrical systems for errors and omissions.- Perform thorough and systematic research on Electrical and Fire Alarm systems by obtaining, reviewing, and analyzing pertinent information, documentation and consulting appropriate parties to successfully resolve discrepancies.- Prepare contract documents for Electrical and Fire Alarm systems in multiple dwelling and city-owned buildings.- Prepare accurate, organized and comprehensive reports pertaining to engineering matters.- Engage in research, investigations, studies and analysis related to engineering functions of the Agency.Preferred skills1. Demonstrate thorough knowledge of all aspects of Engineering, including HVAC, Plumbing, and Sprinkler systems to provide technically sound recommendations and determinations.2. Thorough knowledge of City, State and Federal housing and construction regulations, procedures and practice.3. Experience in review of plans and contract documents for mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, and sprinkler systems for multi-family housing.4. Proficient in AutoCAD and Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).5. Ability to read and understand drawings/plans, scopes of work, and specifications.6. Experience in conducting MEP inspections at construction job sites for new and existing buildings.7. Ability to negotiate with diverse technical specialists.8. Ability to work independently, apply independent judgment in technical matters, take initiative, and work effectively with others.9. Excellent mathematical, technical, writing, verbal, analytical, and organizational skills.10. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, coordinate multiple projects in a timely manner, and deal with sensitive, complex issues that may arise.11. A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. If required, this license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment.12. Candidate may be subject to a background investigation conducted by the New York City Department of Investigation.Authorization to work in the United States is required for this position. The NYC Department of Housing Preservation and Development does not provide sponsorship for international employees for visa applications, extensions, or status changes, including H-1B visas. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that they meet all qualifying requirements for this position at the time of application.CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER - 34202

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