Natural Resources Designer

About the role

The Natural Resources Group manages over 10,000 acres of natural areas across the five boroughs, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands, and has secured tens of millions of dollars of grants from state, federal, and private sources over the past decades to fund the restoration and management across these ecosystems.

Responsibilities

• Perform landscape architectural work of moderate difficulty and responsibility for the Natural Resources Capital Design & Construction Team.
• Work with staff scientists to determine design solutions which maximize ecological function and/or reduce ecological impacts.
• Conduct site investigations to evaluate drainage area, flow, soil permeability, groundwater, and other site conditions to determine feasibility of wetland restoration, stormwater green infrastructure, and other natural resource designs.
• Identify and analyze built precedents to inform project designs.
• Use Adobe Suite and other software, prepare suitable graphics and presentations to communicate design intent.
• Use AutoCAD and other software, prepare and/or manage the preparation of contract drawings.
• Develop specifications, cost estimates and estimates of quantities for the proposed work.
• Support landscape architects and project managers in obtaining all internal and external approvals for proposed designs.
• Review sites and designs with other members of the team as well as construction and maintenance personnel.
• Monitor construction operations for compliance with contract specifications and documents; review and resolve design conflicts during construction.
• Assess and monitor progress of construction by reviewing and approving requests for Information, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Conduct site inspections for quality assurance.
• Assist landscape architects and project managers with the above tasks.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in landscape architecture 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).
• One year of full-time satisfactory experience in landscape architectural work; or a valid New York State Registration as a Landscape Architect.

Preferred Skills

• Proven design experience in landscape architectural work.
• Portfolio demonstrating proficiency in AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, and 3D Rendering (preferred).
• Experience with interdisciplinary design (Ecology, Hydrology, Environmental Engineering, Planning).
• Knowledge of any/all the following specialized disciplines: green infrastructure, sustainable design, urban forestry, horticulture, urban design, environmental science and engineering, stormwater permitting and compliance.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of MS Suite, Adobe Suite, CAD, GIS.
• A commitment to teamwork and an integrated approach to project delivery.
• A driver license valid in New York State.

Skills

• Knowledge of any/all the following specialized disciplines: green infrastructure, sustainable design, urban forestry, horticulture, urban design, environmental science and engineering, stormwater permitting and compliance.
• Computer literacy, including knowledge of MS Suite, Adobe Suite, CAD, GIS.
• A commitment to teamwork and an integrated approach to project delivery.
• A driver license valid in New York State.

Benefits

Not specified.

Pay

$76,279.00 – $76,279.00

Schedule

Not specified.

How to Apply

Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 783956. All applicants must apply via cityjobs.nyc.gov. The City is no longer using ESS to accept applications. Current City Employees please include your ERN on your cover letter and resume. NOTE: All resumes must be received no later than the last day of the posting period. References will be required upon request.

Work Location

Rego Park, Queens

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.
• 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 This position is exempt from NYC residency requirements.