ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER
Dept of Parks & Recreation
New York, NY · $100k–$108k a year · Posted October 27, 2026
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About the job
*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# 808050. 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. Previous applicants to Job ID# 807410 are still under consideration and need not reapply. 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. nyc.gov/parks 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)