Senior Code & Zoning Specialist
Full-Time On-Site
KM Associates of New York, Inc. provides expediting services and code & zoning consulting services to the architecture, design, and construction industries.
As a Senior Code and Zoning Specialist with a strong background in NYC Building Code and FDNY Regulations, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with these regulations, facilitating communication with clients, and providing expert guidance on complex projects. This position requires a high level of expertise, excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead and manage teams.
This is a full-time (M-F) position located onsite at the KM Associates office in Manhattan.
Essential Job Functions
Code Analysis:
- Analyze NYC building codes and zoning requirements for a variety of projects.
- Identify compliance issues and propose solutions to ensure adherence to regulations.
Documentation and Communication:
- Independently prepare detailed code and zoning communications and reports.
- Maintain accurate and organized records of code-related information and correspondence.
Client and Agency Interaction:
- Effectively communicate with clients, addressing inquiries, and providing in-depth explanations of code and zoning matters.
- Lead communication and coordination with city agencies regarding applications, permits, and code-related issues.
Application Filings and Project Support:
- Understand city agency processes and the required forms for application filings related to building permits and zoning approvals.
- Provide guidance and support to Project Managers and Coordinators in code and zoning matters for ongoing projects.
- Scope new projects and gather necessary information for initial assessments.
Research, Updates, and Billing Services:
- Stay informed about updates and changes in building codes, zoning resolutions, FDNY Regulations, and related regulations.
- Summarize and share updates within the team.
- Record and document time spent on project-related research.
- Ensure timely submission of service billing.
Miscellaneous Tasks and Training:
- Handle administrative tasks related to code and zoning, such as organizing files, scheduling meetings, and managing documentation.
- Create and conduct internal and external training presentations.
Knowledge and Ability
- Knowledge of the necessary processes, forms, and filings resulting from a review of plans.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Detail-oriented and highly organized.
- Self-reliant and a self-starter, capable of taking initiative and working independently.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt to changing regulations and processes.
- Familiarity with CO requirements.
- Thorough understanding of relationships between city agencies.
- Complete understanding of all application filings and processes.
- Expertise in the concepts of construction.
- Strong management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong knowledge of building codes, zoning regulations, and land use.
- Proficiency with all NYC codes, zoning resolution, memorandums, building bulletins, TPPNs.
- Experience in meeting with DOB commissioners and ensuring timely billing submissions.
- Financial management of project budgets and billing.
- Preparation of RFPs and Change Orders.
- Proficiency in conducting training related to project management and code and zoning.
- Ability to manage ALT-1, ALT-2, and New Building Projects.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in urban planning, architecture, engineering, or a related field (or in progress) or 5-10 years of experience in the construction and expediting industry with a strong background in NYC Building Code and FDNY Regulations.