Preservation Architect
Core
Design, restore, and modernize existing or new Parks structures in New York City, including recreation centers and historic house renovations.
Role type
Preservation Architect (IC)
Builds
Historic structures, recreation centers, and renovated buildings for NYC Parks
Domain
Public sector / Historic preservation / Architecture
Required skills
Architectural design, historic resource assessment, compliance with NYC Landmarks Law and Building codes, measured drawing production, technical specifications, construction supervision, project management, permit coordination
Preferred skills
Adaptive reuse expertise, conservation techniques knowledge, sustainable design practices
Technologies
CAD software, project management tools, building code databases
Responsibilities
Develop designs and bid documents for preservation and adaptive reuse; Produce conditions surveys and historic resource assessments; Provide technical assistance on conservation products and maintenance standards; Coordinate project-specific agency issues like permits and approvals; Manage project development from scope definition to construction administration; Participate in developing design standards for historic structures