
The Bureau of Engineering Audit (EAO) is responsible for independent technical audits, processing of payments, and review of change orders for all DSNY contracts related to construction, design, construction management, and equipment, as well as review of all invoices pertaining to solid waste export, recycling, IT, and other general contracts.
Under the direct supervision of the Deputy Director and Director of EAO, the Administrative Engineer (Mechanical) will be responsible for the following duties:
- Perform independent review and audit of payment vouchers and related documents for large and complex construction and renovation projects involving Mechanical, Plumbing, and HVAC design and construction services.
- Review and verify the validity and cost reasonableness of change orders.
- Review Engineers’ Estimates and prepare independent cost estimates for change orders.
- Conduct desk and field audits of payments to ensure that the work performed is in conformance with construction contracts, NYC Construction Codes, and applicable State and Federal regulations.
- Audit payment vouchers related to periodic maintenance of mechanical and HVAC systems, materials and equipment purchases, and expense contracts.
- Review and interpret contract documents, including drawings, specifications, and bid forms for various mechanical construction projects.
- Prepare audit reports, analyses, and recommendations in accordance with NYC Comptroller’s Directives and DSNY procedures.
- Provide technical support and professional judgment in resolving discrepancies in mechanical contract payments and change orders.
ADM ENGINEER (NON MGRL) - 1001A
1. A valid New York State License as a Professional Engineer.
2. Six (6) years of full-time satisfactory experience in chemical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering, environmental engineering, mechanical engineering, or plan examining work, at least two (2) years of which must have been in an executive, managerial, or administrative capacity.
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