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Preservation Architect

Dept of Parks & Recreation

New York, NY · $95k–$103k a year · Posted November 6, 2026

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The Architecture Unit in the Capital Division designs, restores and/or modernizes existing or new Parks structures, ranging from a new recreation center to a historic house renovation. This work impacts neighborhood growth, public health and recreation in communities throughout New York City. Major Responsibilities • Under direction of the Team Leader and Design Director of Architecture, develop designs and bid documents for the preservation, restoration and adaptive re-use of existing structures. • Ensure compliance with New York City Landmarks Law and NYC Building codes. • Produce conditions surveys, historic resource assessments and background research on buildings and structures on New York City Parks property. • Work closely with project designers, resident engineers, Maintenance & Operations (M&O) staff and public/private partnerships to provide technical assistance and advice on conservation products, techniques, preservation design practices and appropriate maintenance standards for Park resources. • Develop measured drawings and technical specifications. • Provide construction supervision assistance for historic resources and preservation. • Coordinate project-specific Agency issues, such as permits, filings and approvals. • Manage all phases of project development from scope definition through construction administration to produce complete, sustainable and technically excellent designs within established schedule and budget. • Coordinate with support units and consultants to prioritize workload to ensure schedules are met throughout the process and assistance is provided as needed. • Participate in development of design standards for historic structures including details and specifications. Work Location: Olmsted Center, Queens How to Apply: Go to cityjobs.nyc.gov and search for Job ID# 809857. 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. 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)