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PRP - Pedestrian Ramp Engineer

City of New York
Location
New York, NY
Compensation
$66,330 - $99,528 / year
Employment type

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining 12,750 miles of sidewalk and more than 185,000 corners throughout the City. The Pedestrian Ramp Program (PRP), a unit within SIM, is committed to providing pedestrian (curb) ramps citywide that meet applicable accessibility laws and guidelines. Pedestrian ramps are a critical component in providing safe and accessible means of travel throughout New York City. Pedestrian ramps provide access on and off our streets and sidewalk and are an essential tool for all pedestrians, especially aging New Yorkers and persons with disabilities.

PRP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative engineering team. This team is responsible for the design and management of pedestrian ramp projects; design review for a variety of capital reconstruction initiatives; development of inspection criteria; construction quality assurance and quality control technical assistance; and the tracking of pedestrian ramps data and ADA compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) throughout the city right-of way.

Under the supervision of a Senior Manager/Licensed Engineer, the selected candidate will:

  • Evaluate existing pedestrian ramps
  • Develop accessible, ADA-compliant design solutions, including geometric layout and grading.
  • Review project plans for compliance with the ADA and applicable standards.
  • Coordinate with internal DOT units, external agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and members of the public to ensure successful implementation of accessibility requirements.
  • Identify and resolve design issues, answer accessibility-related questions and assess technical infeasibilities
  • Conduct and participate in site visits related to pedestrian ramps design and construction.
  • Manage pedestrian ramp contracts throughout the project life cycle.

In coordination with NYC DDC, the Engineering Team applies its technical and project management expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing the preparation of the project scope
  • Conducting initial and recurring evaluation of project budgets
  • Monitoring and assessing project schedules Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to support successful project completion.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of fulltime satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Skills

Experience related to roadway reconstruction engineering and/or construction is preferred. Familiarity with NYC infrastructure projects and American’s with Disabilities Act preferred.

Excellent computer and communication skills are desired.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.

Full-time
Date posted
Oct 06, 2026
55 Water St, New York, NY 10038

How to apply

Source: NYC Open Data · Bespree is not the employer.

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Job description

The Division of Sidewalk & Inspection Management (SIM) is responsible for maintaining 12,750 miles of sidewalk and more than 185,000 corners throughout the City. The Pedestrian Ramp Program (PRP), a unit within SIM, is committed to providing pedestrian (curb) ramps citywide that meet applicable accessibility laws and guidelines. Pedestrian ramps are a critical component in providing safe and accessible means of travel throughout New York City. Pedestrian ramps provide access on and off our streets and sidewalk and are an essential tool for all pedestrians, especially aging New Yorkers and persons with disabilities.

PRP is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join a fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative engineering team. This team is responsible for the design and management of pedestrian ramp projects; design review for a variety of capital reconstruction initiatives; development of inspection criteria; construction quality assurance and quality control technical assistance; and the tracking of pedestrian ramps data and ADA compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) throughout the city right-of way.

Under the supervision of a Senior Manager/Licensed Engineer, the selected candidate will:

  • Evaluate existing pedestrian ramps
  • Develop accessible, ADA-compliant design solutions, including geometric layout and grading.
  • Review project plans for compliance with the ADA and applicable standards.
  • Coordinate with internal DOT units, external agencies, contractors, consultants, vendors, and members of the public to ensure successful implementation of accessibility requirements.
  • Identify and resolve design issues, answer accessibility-related questions and assess technical infeasibilities
  • Conduct and participate in site visits related to pedestrian ramps design and construction.
  • Manage pedestrian ramp contracts throughout the project life cycle.

In coordination with NYC DDC, the Engineering Team applies its technical and project management expertise to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and within scope. Key responsibilities will include:

  • Overseeing the preparation of the project scope
  • Conducting initial and recurring evaluation of project budgets
  • Monitoring and assessing project schedules Identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies to support successful project completion.

Minimum Qualifications

  • A baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of fulltime satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in civil engineering technology and three years of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
  • A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master’s degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university.

Preferred Skills

Experience related to roadway reconstruction engineering and/or construction is preferred. Familiarity with NYC infrastructure projects and American’s with Disabilities Act preferred.

Excellent computer and communication skills are desired.

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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.

About employer

The City of New York delivers public services through agencies working across education, parks, public safety, health, infrastructure, and other areas.