Senior Project Manager

DCAS’ mission is to make city government work for all New Yorkers. The agency manages iconic courthouses, purchases goods and services for over 80 city agencies, oversees real‑estate transactions, and provides critical resources and support to city agencies.

We are looking for a non‑managerial Administrative Architect to serve as a Senior Project Manager for leased and city‑owned space, supporting the Design & Project Management Unit’s mission to deliver comprehensive project management and design expertise to DCAS and NYC client agencies.

• Ensure programming questionnaire and analysis sheets are accurately completed within time frames.
• Provide feedback to client agencies on efficient programming of office space, supporting flexible space‑planning strategies.
• Complete accurate site evaluation and include proposed architectural base‑building work.
• Develop initial project schedule with team input.
• Confirm project budget and secure all financial approvals.
• Write or review/comment on Tenant Representative scopes of work and incorporate into transactions.
• Review preliminary plans, construction documents, and furniture manifests for compliance.
• Develop preliminary plans or base drawings to illustrate space‑planning design concepts, if required.
• Develop construction documents and select finishes and furniture for in‑house expense projects, if required.
• Identify spaces requiring measurement and confirm spatial scope for D&PM sign‑off.
• Manage construction projects through substantial completion, checking field conditions and coordinating timely completion.
• Develop or supervise plans, designs, and technical drawings to ensure code, industry, and city standard compliance.

• Valid New York State registration as an architect.
• Six (6) years of full‑time paid architectural experience; at least two (2) years as an administrative architect.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Photoshop, Blue Beam, and current versions of AutoCAD.
• Familiarity with portfolio‑management systems such as ARCHIBUS.
• Experience with workplace strategy and selection/specification of furniture and interior finishes.
• Knowledge of NYC Building Code and scope‑of‑work preparation.
• Ability to prepare budgets and timelines for real‑estate projects.
• Assessment of existing space for occupancy capability and consolidation/restack potential.
• Strong independent and collaborative work habits, proactive problem solving, and strategic thinking.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

This position may be eligible for remote work up to two days per week under the Remote Work Pilot Program.

Only permanent Administrative Architects, or candidates who passed the open competitive Administrative Architect exam #6001, are eligible to apply. Search for Job  on (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). or .

Position open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55‑a Program. Indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Eligible employees may qualify for federal loan forgiveness and state repayment assistance. See .

New York City residency is not required.

New York City is an inclusive, equal‑opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment based on any legally protected status.

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