DASNY Employment Opportunities

Nature and Scope:  The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York provides financing and construction services to public and private universities, not-for-profit healthcare facilities and other institutions that serve the public good. The Authority is divided into six major sub-divisions: Executive Direction, Construction Services, Counsel, Finance & Information Services, Public Finance & Portfolio Monitoring, and Office of Executive Initiatives. The Construction Services division provides design, engineering, procurement and project management services to clients of the Authority.

Primary Purpose: The Engineer manages the design process and administers professional services contracts for consultants providing design services to the Authority and conducts formal reviews of consultant prepared design documents throughout all phases of building design. Performs periodic quality assurance construction site visits, and provides technical support on an as needed basis throughout all phases of the project.

• 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.
• Review highly technical commissioning reports.
• Prepare commissioning scopes of work.
• Review commissioning payments.
• 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.
• Meet with consultants to review and assist them in their submissions.
• Assist in the development, compilation and distribution of technical data.

• 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 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 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.)

Supervision:  N/A

Physical/Mental/Visual Demands: Frequent travel is required travel (three to six days per month on average), using public transportation, DASNY vehicle, rental vehicle or personal vehicle. This travel may include overnight stays at public accommodations and related establishments. Requires exposure to weather and temperature extremes, loud noises, heights (climbing ladders, scaffolding, etc.) and other work safety hazards (chemicals, fumes, etc.) of a construction site. Must be able to work overtime or extended work hours as needed.

Work Environment: Official station is a standard office environment, including the use of one or more of the following: PC, printer, copier, electronic stapler/hole punch/date stamp, telephone, fax machine, shredder, scanner. Requires the use of field equipment to conduct site visit observations and associated testing.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus five years relevant post-license experience. Must be licensed and registered in NYS as a Professional Engineer. Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, plus seven or more years relevant post-license experience in mechanical engineering strongly preferred. Must be licensed and registered in NYS as a Professional Engineer. Must possess a valid driver’s license. Demonstrated proficiency and hands on employment experience in the use of AutoCAD drafting software. NYS Code Enforcement Official certification and LEED AP certification preferred. Knowledge of Building Information Modeling (BIM) and Contract Manager a plus.

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment.
• Demonstrated analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Proficiency in PC applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Access, Word and PowerPoint.

• 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 

IF INTERESTED: Please specify the exact title and location of the position that you are applying for. All candidates must submit a resume and/or an employment application demonstrating evidence of meeting the qualifications as specified in the job notice. We cannot interpret omissions or vagueness in your favor. You are responsible for an accurate and clear description of your training, work experience and how you meet the qualifications of the position you are applying for. Please set forth all relevant employment history, including the name of each employer, dates of employment and titles held. Be sure to describe the nature of the work that you personally performed for each position held. If you had supervisory responsibilities, state how many people you supervised and the nature of such supervision. Expressions of interest and all supporting materials can be sent via E-Mail: JobOpps2@dasny.org, FAX to (518) 257-3550 or mail to:

The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to excellence and diversity. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.