Director, Architecture and Engineering (In-House Design Studio) - NYC School Construction Authority (SCA) : Job Details

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Build your career while building NYC Public schools and impacting the learning environments of the next generation!The SCA's Architecture and Engineering Department is responsible for development of scope, design, and construction documents for new school buildings, additions, lease conversions and renovation work of existing schools for New York City's approximately 1.1 million students. Our projects are intentionally and thoughtfully designed; positive impact design is at the forefront of all our projects.Our In-House studio is a multidisciplinary practice that is responsible for designing some of the largest and most complex schools in our 1,500+ school portfolio as well as renovation work to existing schools. Our other two studios manage external consultants from design inception to completion. Our three studios are comprised of talented architects and engineers who are driven to deliver high quality custom designed, sustainable, and resilient public schools.Come and join our continuing journey towards design excellence in the K-12 education sector. Be impactful!Job Description SummaryThe NYCSCA In-House Design Studio is seeking an innovative and responsive Director to join our growing Architectural and Engineering practice. This is a unique opportunity to lead a multidisciplinary team committed to Design Excellence-at the heart of our mission to create an inspiring learning environment for K-12 students across New York City's five boroughs.As a managing Director you will be leading a team of architects and collaborating with Design Managers on innovative solutions that support the next generation of schools. You will be responsible for successful planning and completion of diverse projects in types and scales, ensuring sound technical quality on all the deliverables. The Director will be managing staff and collaborating with intra and external departments to develop policies.We are looking for a progressive leader who will elevate the design quality across our school portfolio spanning from minor renovations to new school designs within technical and financial parameters.The Director, Architecture and Engineering reports to the Senior Director, Architecture and Engineering or the Vice President, Architecture and Engineering.If you're committed to creating the future of educational spaces, we encourage you to apply.Why Join Us?

• Work on impactful public projects that shape the lives of NYC students.
• Guide strategic planning and holistic design processes across diverse project types.
• Lead design team with commitment to design innovation and excellence.
• Foster and mentor, the next generation of architects.

If you're committed to creating the future of educational spaces, we encourage you to apply.Job DescriptionResponsibilities include:

• Provides design direction to Architectural staffs that aligns with the A&E Vice President vision for design excellence.
• Bring best practice and provide technical guidance to solve a problem.
• Manages staff within a designated architectural and guide Design Managers.
• Directs the activities of an internal architectural and engineering Studio which provides pre- design, design and construction support services for Authority projects.
• Serves as a member of the Departments Operations Committee, developing strategies, policies and procedures for the Department of Architecture and Engineering.
• Ensures that scope development and design services are provided in a timely, cost effective manner and meet Authority quality standards.
• Collaborates with the Construction Management team, Chief Project Officers, and ensures that projects meet Department of Education requirements and capital plan time-frames.
• Reports on Studio activities, including project status, staff utilization, implementation of Authority design standards and quality control.
• With the Technical Standards and Services Studio, develops and improves design standards and specifications, including assisting in evaluating new systems and materials.
• Ensures that program and scope development activities are in accordance with Department of Education priorities, Authority policies and Operations Committee standards.
• May serve as Acting Senior Director, Architecture and Engineering in the absence of the Senior Director.
• May represent the Department at the Executive Committee meetings where strategic, sensitive and long-range planning and policy proposals are discussed and developed.
• Plans, assigns, directs, monitors, reviews and evaluates work performed by Studio staff.
• Makes recommendations regarding recruitment, hiring, promotion, reassignment and discipline.
• Performs related tasks.

Requires: NYS Registered Architect License. (See below for other requiredQualifications)

• Education: Baccalaureate: Bachelor of Architecture
• Education Preferred: Masters in Architecture

Preferred Skills

• Led multi-disciplinary design teams and complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to bring best practice to organizations.
• Understanding technology and the opportunities that it offers to architecture and engineering practice in respect to efficiency and improvement to design and design deliverables.
• Has comprehensive knowledge of sustainable design strategies, including LEED practices.
• Experienced in leading a team of over 10 staff members.

POSTING CLOSING DATE: 08/15/25Civil Service Classification: Non-CompetitiveSalary Range: $131,026.00 - $223,098.00EducationBaccalaureate: Architecture, Engineering or related fieldCertifications (if Required)NYS Professional Engineer or NYS Registered Architect - New York State Department of EducationWork ExperienceEleven years of full time, architectural and/or engineering experience on major building projects, including all design phases of construction and renovation of school facilities; five years must have been in an administrative or management capacity in an architectural, architectural/engineering or engineering/architectural design organization or a satisfactory combination of education and experience; however, qualifications #1 and #2 must be met.It is the policy of the New York City School Construction Authority (NYCSCA) to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, the NYCSCA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals.We Offer Excellent Benefits Including

• Medical (100% employer paid for basic coverage available)
• Prescription drug option
• Dental and Vision coverage
• NYC Qualified Pension Plan
• Optional Retirement Savings Plans including 401K, 457 and IRA options
• Transit Check Program
• Public Loan Forgiveness Program
• Competitive paid time off (PTO) benefits

The SCA is interested in qualified candidates who are eligible to work in the United States. The SCA is not able to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. We participate in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program, please click here:

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