Associate Project Manager for Mechanical Engineering

• DEPT OF PARKS & RECREATION

Posted on

10/23/2026

• Full-time

Location

QUEENS

• Exam may be required

Department

CP DC For Capital Projects

Salary range: $100,000.00 – $108,000.00

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Job Description

• This vacancy is only open to 1) current permanent City employees serving in the Associate Project Manager civil service title or 2) on leave from the title.

NYC Parks is an award-winning city agency that designs and builds public spaces for New Yorkers to connect, play and enjoy. These public spaces, representing 30,000 acres or 14% of the city’s land, encompass natural areas, parks, playgrounds, beaches, ballfields, basketball courts, athletic fields and pools.

Major Responsibilities

• Under direction, plan, coordinate and direct the implementation of the design and construction of large and/or complex capital projects.
• Manage mechanical engineering projects from scope development through design, construction support, and closeout; monitor schedules, budgets and deliverables.
• Conduct site surveys and condition assessments of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and related systems; develop scopes, reports and cost estimates.
• Perform design calculations for HVAC, plumbing, boilers and related systems.
• Coordinate preparation and review of drawings, specifications, calculations, and estimates for compliance with project requirements, applicable codes and Agency standards.
• Manage consultant assignments and coordinate with other design disciplines, Parks Operations, Maintenance, and Shops to address constructability and maintenance needs.
• Coordinate regulatory filings, permits, utility services and Agency approvals.
• Review RFIs, equipment submittals, shop drawings, and change order proposals; conduct site visits and coordinate resolution of field issues.
• Coordinate commissioning, punch lists, and project turnover; prepare progress reports and lead project meetings.
• Present projects to Parks Commissioners, community boards, design commissions and other stakeholders, as required.

Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens

How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 807410.

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.

Fees: Hired candidates will be subject to a processing fee between $40.00 to $101.00 based on the salary range of title. Hired candidates who are not currently employed by the City will be subject to a $107.50 background check fee.

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MOVEMENT IN THE FACE OF CIVIL SERVICE LISTS IS PROHIBITED UNDER CIVIL SERVICE LAW.

For information about applying for Civil Service Exams go to: Civil Service Exams - Department of Citywide Administrative Services (nyc.gov)

ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER - 22427

Minimum Qualifications

One year of full-time satisfactory experience in supervising employees performing project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, on engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects, or supervising a construction project with a value of $1,000,000 or more, and either:

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or

2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or

3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of college or university education and/or experience described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of experience credit will be given for: (a) each 30 semester credits of college or university education leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration; (b) a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the disciplines described in "1" above; (c) a Juris Doctor degree, or (d) a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or Registered Landscape Architect. Where experience which is primarily of a design nature is not acceptable towards meeting the qualification requirements.

In addition to meeting the qualification requirements for Assignment Level I, candidates must have at least one additional year of experience as described in "1" above in a supervisory capacity or have served for at least one year as a project manager for a large and/or complex construction project.

In addition to meeting the qualification requirements for Assignment Level I, candidates must have at least two additional years of experience as described in "1" above in a supervisory capacity or have served for at least two additional years as a project manager for a large and/or complex construction project.

Preferred Skills

1. At least 2 years of consecutive city service. 2. Minimum of 5 years’ experience in mechanical engineering design and/or project management. 3. Knowledge in HVAC and/or Fountain and Swimming Pool recirculation systems. 4. Experience managing mechanical or building systems projects, including design coordination, estimating, scheduling and construction administration. 5. Strong knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, and building controls familiarity with energy-efficient systems and commissioning. 6. Knowledge of applicable NYC codes and Department of Buildings (DOB), Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and Fire Department (FDNY) filing and approval procedures. 7. Proficiency in AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, and Bluebeam or Adobe Acrobat. 8. Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills ability to coordinate multiple projects and stakeholders. 9. Experience with public-sector capital projects and consultant contracts. 10. A driver license valid in New York State.

55a Program

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.

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.

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Job ID

807410

Posted until

11/09/2026

Title code

22427

Civil service title

ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER

Title classification

Competitive-1

Business title

Associate Project Manager for Mechanical Engineering

• Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)

Job level

02

Number of positions

1

Work location

Flushing Meadow Pk Olmsted Ctr

• Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning

Associate Project Manager for Mechanical Engineering