Review Vacancy
AgencyDASNY - Dormitory Authority of the State of New York
TitleArchitect - Downstate Design - NYC
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitOSU - Operational Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $94930 to $117837 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus five years relevant experience. Must be licensed and registered in NYS as a Registered Architect. Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture strongly preferred, plus five years relevant post-license experience. Experience in higher education, healthcare, laboratories, special needs and justice facilities. NYS Registered Architect and valid NYS driver’s license.
Duties Description Primary Purpose
The Architect performs design project management, design review and construction observation for DASNY’s construction projects, and provides third party reviews of projects for conformance with DASNY and customer agency guidelines, project goals and objectives, and for compliance with applicable codes and regulatory requirements.
Essential Functions
Manages the project development during the pre-design and design phases of the project, including meeting with clients and consultants and providing assistance, and managing all aspects of consultant contracts including review and approval of consultant requests for payment, amendments, extensions of schedule and contract closeout.
Perform periodic site visits to projects under construction and monitor the quality of design and construction work performed by architects, engineers, consultants, contractors and sub-contractors.
Monitor construction activities including the review and approval of construction change orders and performance of interim and final project inspections on large and complex projects.
Review highly technical designs, plans, specifications, addenda and change orders.
Review highly technical architectural/engineering reports and studies.
Provide technical assistance and recommendations to unit staff, Project Management staff and client representatives.
Coordinate with Project Management to resolve project and/or program issues.
Perform independent, in-depth investigations of specific problems including architectural/engineering analysis and recommendations.
Consult with regulatory agencies regarding interpretations and applications.
Monitor the services provided by professional consultants and meet to review and assist them in their submissions.
Prepare reports for management and clients.
Assist in the development, compilation and distribution of technical data.
Act as liaison between DASNY and clients and/or government agencies.
Provide plan reviews for healthcare projects under Title 10 Public health Law for Article 28 certified facilities.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Assist in the design, development, and/or testing of computerized systems/applications.
Assist in the preparation of internal design work and modifications, sealing documents as required.
Assist in the preparation of requests for proposals and the evaluation and selection of consultants.
Identify new projects and violations requiring completion and dismissal.
Assist Management in the development of policies.
Develop, document and implement procedures.
Assess, develop and implement internal controls, and oversee the review and testing of same.
Undertake special assignments as directed.
Must maintain regular attendance in accordance with DASNY attendance and leave policies.
Must adhere to the NYS Information Security Policy Standards established and issued by the Office of Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Coordination. (Standards can be found on the Intranet.)
Additional Comments DASNY provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities, and other institutions which serve the public good.
We offer a comprehensive benefits plan, which includes:
• Choice of several health insurance plans
• Dental & vision insurance
• Membership in the NYS Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
• 13 vacation days per year
• 13 sick days per year
• 5 days of personal leave per year
• 12 paid holidays per year
• Tuition reimbursement
• Training & development opportunities
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Email Address Recruiting@dasny.org
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DASNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.