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***In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Construction Project Manager, or must have filed for, passed and be reachable on the civil service list, exam # 0169 or 3042.***
The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining 12,750 miles of sidewalk and more than 185,000 corners throughout the city. The Pedestrian Ramp Program (PRP), a unit within SIM, is committed to providing pedestrian (curb) ramps citywide that meet applicable accessibility laws and guidelines. Pedestrian ramps are a critical component in providing safe and accessible means of travel throughout New York City. Pedestrian ramps provide access on and off our streets and sidewalk and are an essential tool for all pedestrians, especially aging New Yorkers and people with disabilities.
PRP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative engineering team. This team is responsible for the design and management of pedestrian ramp projects; design review for a variety of capital reconstruction initiatives; development of inspection criteria; construction quality assurance and quality control technical assistance; and the tracking of pedestrian ramps data and ADA compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) throughout the city right-of way.
Under the supervision of a Senior Manager/Licensed Engineer, the selected candidate will:
-Evaluate existing pedestrian ramps
-Develop accessible, ADA-compliant design solutions, including geometric layout and grading.
-Review project plans for compliance with the ADA and applicable standards.
-Coordinate with internal DOT units, external agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and members of the public to ensure successful implementation of accessibility requirements.
-Identify and resolve design issues, answer accessibility-related questions and assess technical infeasibilities
-Conduct and participate in site visits related to pedestrian ramps design and construction.
-Manage pedestrian ramp contracts throughout the project life cycle.
In coordination with NYC DDC, the Engineering Team applies its technical and project management expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope. Key responsibilities will include:
-Overseeing the preparation of the project scope
-Conducting initial and recurring evaluation of project budgets
-Monitoring and assessing project schedules
-Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to support successful project completion.
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER - 34202
Minimum Qualifications
1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience managing and/or inspecting one or more construction projects which must have a total cost of at least $300,000 for each of the five years of the required experience; or
2. One year of the experience as described in "1" above and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U. S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, landscape architecture, construction, construction technology, or construction management; or
3. One year of the experience as described in "1" above and a valid license as a professional engineer, registered architect, or registered landscape architect, issued by a board of examining engineers, architects, or landscape architects duly established and qualified pursuant to the laws of any state or territory of the United States; or
4. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and a combination of at least two years of experience as described in "1" above and the education as described in "2" above to equal a total of five years of education and experience. Matriculation in an undergraduate college degree program as described in "2" above may be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits for one year of satisfactory full-time experience up to a maximum of three years of experience.
Note: Candidates must specify for each construction project they worked on: a description of the construction project, the time period they worked on the construction project, and the type of work they performed. Candidates must also specify the money allotted for the project.
Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
5. For Assignment to Level II, In addition to meeting the "Qualification Requirements" above, candidates must have one additional year of satisfactory full-time experience working in Assignment Level I; or one additional year of satisfactory full-time experience as described in "1" above.
6. For Assignment to Level III, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements for Construction Project Manager, candidates must have two additional years of satisfactory full-time experience working in Construction Project Manager Assignment Level I and II; or two additional years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in question "1" above and possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York which must be maintained for the duration of employment noting that if you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified.
Preferred Skills
Experience related to transportation engineering, site grading, roadway design, and/or drainage design is preferred. Excellent communication and computer skills, experience with NYCDOT guidelines, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities at once are desired. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge and interest in accessible design and ADA regulations.
***In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of Construction Project Manager, or must have filed for, passed and be reachable on the civil service list, exam # 0169 or 3042, and provide proof of filing.***
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City Residency is not required for this position
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.
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New York City Department of Transportation
$66,330.00 - $99,528.00
May 01, 2026