Administrative Supervisor of Plumbing

Organization

The New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) is the nations oldest and largest public housing authority with more than 177000 apartments and responsibility for administering a citywide Section 8 Leased Housing program that serves over 150000 additional tenants. NYCHAs mission is to provide quality housing for New Yorkers that is sustainable inclusive and safe while fostering opportunities for economic mobility.

NYCHAs Asset & Capital Management (A&CM) Division leads the Authoritys capital sustainability and resiliency programs that comprise a $6 billion capital projects portfolio one of the largest in NY State as well as range of activities related to property modernization and strategic asset management. A&CM aims to preserve and modernize NYCHA buildings and apartments through strategic portfolio planning comprehensive design standards innovative financing and project delivery models strong partnership with NYCHA residents and other stakeholders and effective program and project management of capital investments. The Division also positions NYCHAs housing portfolio for the future by piloting and scaling-up sustainable and resilient technologies and practices improving residents quality of life while enhancing building performance. The work culture of the Division is strongly customer service oriented collaborative and delivery-focused. More information can be found on our website at : Modernizing NYCHA Properties.

Position Description

A&CMs Capital Programs (CP) is responsible for end-to-end management of over 500 active modernization projects across the Authoritys properties throughout the city. These investments are necessary to ensure effective building performance and good living conditions for residents and include modernization of building systems interiors and exteriors apartments and grounds. Current programs focus on heating systems elevators roofs brick facades CCTV and layered access controls entryways flood protection and resiliency community centers lighting and playgrounds. Projects utilize a range of delivery methods and procurement approaches with budgets ranging from $100000 to up to $100 million per project.

The A&CM CP Field Operations Department is seeking to hire an Administrative Supervisor of Plumbing. Reporting to the Director of A&CM CP Field Operations with wide latitude for independent judgment and decision-making the Administrative Supervisor of Plumbing will oversee all plumbing work managed by A&CM at NYCHA properties and ensure plumbing activities are performed in a technically correct manner and in compliance with governmental regulations. All work and activities are to be performed throughout all five boroughs.

Key day-to-day responsibilities include :

and monitor the installation alteration and repair of piping of gas underground of water sewer fire and steam lines replacement of hot water heaters convector valves air vents and all work related to building system plumbing.

applications and obtain building permits for plumbing work if required conduct and witness tests on plumbing and gas piping systems prepare reports notices and other documents prepare sketches and layouts which may be required. Perform regular site visits and perform final inspections and sign-offs.

DOB Badge to perform DOB inspections for gas pipe replacement projects per 2023 NYCHA / DOB MOU : AUTHORIZATION FOR NYCHA TO CONDUCT GAS FIRED COOKING AND HEATING EQUIPMENT INSPECTIONS ON BEHALF OF DOB.

all required documentations for such inspections to DOB.

issuance of gas authorization (blue card) for gas piping and work with DOB to administratively sign off LAA or Plumbing Permit once inspections are completed.

with the DOR to review DOB Job Filings to meet DOB code requirements and facilitate regulatory and utility sign-offs.

and conduct regular on-site inspections during plumbing installations. Lead and attend progress meetings with project team at the jobsite to troubleshoot construction issues and / or to consult on resolution of code violations.

and recommend approval of Change Orders for validity.

NYCHA drawing archives to retrieve and review as-built drawings to determine existing conditions.

with Designer of Record (DOR) and the Project Management Team to determine project scope and best form of filing for gas restoration projects. Review contract documents prior to filing.

the DOR with design and constructability reviews of contract documents.

means of violation resolutions with DOR and or expediters.

Key Competencies

Leader & Capacity Builder : A proven leader with demonstrated capabilities in organizational strategy and transformation program / project management and operational excellence. A strategic thinker and structured problem-solver able to drive change and innovation while effectively juggling diverse responsibilities and multiple competing priorities. Ability to build and manage high-performance data-driven teams through cultivating alignment with industry best practices ownership accountability and collaboration.

Problem-solver : A structured thinker and problem-solver able to design and execute analysis to support decision-making and operational planning and execution while effectively juggling diverse responsibilities and multiple competing priorities. Demonstrated record of supporting complex organizational initiatives with a focus on rigorous and practical use of data and analysis project management stakeholder coordination cross-functional teaming process streamlining and resource optimization. Experience with business process improvement operations or management consulting will be an added benefit particularly as it pertains to strengthening evidence-based management practices.

Communication Skills & Collaborative Approach : Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across diverse backgrounds. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences.

NOTE : A Master Plumber License must be issued by the New York City Department of Buildings which will solely be used for NYCHA and no other Private City or State entities. As a licensed plumber position may require work as a Department of Building (DOB) inspector upon agreement between NYCHA and DOB to conduct DOB inspections for the replacement / installation of the gas piping.

NOTE : IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT.

NOTE : This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program click on the link below :

Information

your resume a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and accomplishments and contact information for three professional references.

employees applying for transfer promotional title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable).

residents are encouraged to apply.

provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees Retirement System (NYCERS).

Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position.

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Qualifications :

Qualification Requirements

Six years of recent satisfactory full-time paid progressively responsible experience in the one of the following trades in which the incumbent is to be employed : painting carpentry bricklaying electrical work plastering plumbing or roofing at least 18 months of which must have been as a foreman.

For appointment to the skilled trade specialty of Electrical Work possession of a valid license as a Special Electrician issued by the New York City Department of General Services is required.

For appointment to the skilled trade specialty of Plumbing possession of a valid Master Plumber license issued by the New York City department of Buildings is required.

Education at an accredited college or university in engineering architecture or a related field may be substituted for general experience (but not for the 18 months of foreman experience described above) at the rate of one year of college for six months of experience up to a maximum of four years of college for two years of experience.

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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.

Remote Work : No

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills

Fire Alarm Installation,ABAP,Landscape,Air Pressure Handling,Clinical,Architecture

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1