BOB- Assistant Commissioner, Roadway Bridges & Component Rehabilitation

Job Description

The New York City Department of Transportation, Division of Bridges manages over 800 bridges and tunnels, ensuring safety and mobility. The Assistant Commissioner oversees Roadway Bridges and Component Rehabilitation.

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct engineering, professional, and technical staff in the review and analysis of bridge construction projects.
• Ensure bridge designs meet regulatory standards and project specifications, providing expertise in structural design and rehabilitation.
• Monitor project progress, resource allocation, and quality control during construction to ensure adherence to schedules and budgets.
• Oversee contract management, resolving conflicts with contractors and negotiating additional compensation.
• Represent the Division in stakeholder coordination with City, State, and Federal agencies, utilities, contractors, consulting engineers, and the public.
• Aid in budgeting and finance, developing and monitoring capital improvement budgets, procurement processes, and grant applications.
• Oversee bridge inspection programs and enforce safety measures, including site inspections.
• Perform additional significant administrative and engineering functions for the Division of Bridges.

Preferred Skills

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Detailed familiarity with modern construction techniques, materials, and structural engineering principles.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving abilities.

Work Location

55 WATER ST, MANHATTAN, 10041

Hours

35

Minimum Qualifications

• A baccalaureate degree and four years of full-time satisfactory experience in bridge maintenance or operations, with at least eighteen months in an administrative, managerial, or executive capacity.
• A four-year high school diploma and six years of full-time satisfactory experience, with at least eighteen months in a supervisory, administrative, managerial, or executive capacity.
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to the above, with at least eighteen months of supervisory, administrative, managerial, or executive experience.

Preferred Skills

• Leadership: Strong mentoring and project management skills.
• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with modern bridge construction techniques and engineering principles.
• Communication: Effective preparation of reports and stakeholder interactions.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to resolve complex engineering issues.

Additional Information

• The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer.
• New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment.
• The position is open to qualified individuals with disabilities under the 55-a Program.
• For more information about Public Service Loan Forgiveness, visit this link.
• For more information about the residency requirement, contact the agency representative at the time of interview.
• The City of New York is committed to diversity and inclusion.