Node Architecture, Engineering, Consulting, P.C. is integrated multi-disciplinary firm providing architectural and engineering services to both public and private sector clients. Our projects range from small interior renovations to design and development of large multifamily and mixed-use projects, commercial spaces, tenant fit-outs, and hospitality throughout the New York City Area. Our team consists of enthusiastic, creative and dedicated self-managed individuals with professional and positive mindsets creating a fun and productive working environment with open communication and team collaboration.

We are looking for Licensed Mechanical Engineer to join our team of professional design team.

Key Responsibilities:
- Initial client consultations -Visit site or meet virtually to consult directly with the client to determine the project needs associated with the building HVAC system, Energy management and mandatory compliances.
- Perform multiple consultations in Predesign and Schematic design phase with Clients and Project Architect to fully define client and project needs, and to obtain owner approvals on proposed HVAC systems prior to the design development commencement.
- Initial Site evaluation and investigations – Perform site inspection to record existing conditions of the building HVAC, Plumbing, and Fire protection systems and perform energy study where applicable.
- Identify and assess Mechanical Engineering scope of work associated with the new development or improvement project; Set budgets coordinate with Project Architect and Sales team to generate estimates and contracts.
- Identify codes applicable to the project scope and accordingly perform code research and analysis, and provide code compliant design solutions for HVAC systems for various projects (commercial, residential, new developments and existing building improvements)
- Identify Regulatory Agencies requirements applicable to project and consult with regulatory agencies regarding code interpretations if required.
- Prepare design calculations.
- Prepare HVAC system designs associated with the project.
- Perform Comcheck
- Assign, coordinate and oversee production of HVAC construction documents using Revit with drafting/modeling team to assure timely manner completion.
- Work closely with Project Architect and expediting/filling team members for timely manner execution of the project and associated Mechanical work approvals from regulatory agencies.
- Project Progress Team consultations – schedule internal and external team member review meetings to obtain design progress updates on project deliverables, and to assure timely manner design coordination with all disciplines involved in the project (A S M E P S)
- Project Progress Client consultations- provide Clients with updates on biweekly basis, and when required meet with them to discuss project progress, or to clear up any concerns that may arise during the MH design or construction process
- Manage both time schedules and project budgets on MH design work to ensure project profitability.
- Proactive ‘’potential issues and problem ‘’ identification and resolution; Perform independent, in-depth investigations of specific problems including architectural/engineering analysis and recommendations
- Prepare material specification documents; Develop and maintain project manual for certain projects
- Perform bidding phase professional and administrative services; Finalize and assemble Bid documents; Schedule Prebid walk thru, perform comprehensive Bid comparison, request revised bids, when applicable, and provide final recommendations to the Owners
- Create SIA inspection schedule associated with the Mechanical scope of work, schedule and attend preconstruction meeting with Mechanical contractor, inform them of required inspections, and any other construction phase requirements.
- Perform periodic site visits to projects under construction to monitor the quality of design and Mechanical work performed.
- Energy and Mechanical Special Inspection reports writing, and coordination with owner, Mechanical contractor, and other consultants involved in the project.
- Owner and Mechanical Contractor RFI review and response
- Develop and maintain all Construction Administration documentation pursuant to AIA regulations
- Attend meetings with the building manager and contractor to discuss the project issues and schedule pertaining to MH work
- Identify the change in both Contractor’s and Node’ s scope of work, and accordingly coordinate with client, sales and project team
- At ‘Substantial Completion’ work with the contractor to generate a punch list and oversee its execution, and with Node expediting team to assure timely manner sign off of the Mechanical work with authorities having jurisdiction.
- Perform commissioning upon work completion.
- Working closely with clients and stakeholders to create unique energy solutions for new developments or existing building system improvements.
- Design tailored approaches that correspond to the specific energy infrastructure.
- Gather and analyze energy bills to identify potential energy savings based on current energy rates and the building’s energy intensity
- Analyze mechanical/electrical/control drawings and perform site surveys to understand the operation of the building.
- Select equipment based on energy performance
- Work closely with Principal Architect and Sales Team on new projects and sales opportunities to assist in identification of scope of work
- Work closely with Business development team to assist in development of Energy management consulting department (LL84,LL87,LL97)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

Job Type: This is full-time position offering a salary and benefit package competitively paced within the local market, including medical, disability, paid time off, paid holidays, commuter benefits, continued education reimbursement, exceptional office indoor air quality and more. Must be based in New York City.

Desired Experience:
• Bachelors or Master’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical).
• Must have 3-5 years of experience in HVAC design
• Must have 3-5 years of experience in discipline coordination using BIM-Revit
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills, experience with Office 365 and SharePoint Plus, Odoo a plus

Work authorization:
• United States (Required)

Additional Compensation:
• Bonuses

Schedule:
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All interviews, work and meetings will be conducted online remotely (via Zoom).

-Assure that modelling standards and templates are set up in Revit and that Node modelers are constantly updated on any changes and desired level and quality of production.

-Assure all the Revit models are created promptly upon project contracted, and site survey is received (verify that data on the survey is valid).

-Inform the PA and PM that the Revit models are ready.

-Create Teams channels for projects once contracted and add members to B360.

-Coordinate Revit licenses and access to files.

-Advise team on all new products and ways to improve our production and design.

-Create Cost analysis templates for Bidding phase and client.

-Modeling staff performance reviews to assure modeling standards are maintained

-Modeling quality check for all projects

-Review current modeling standards, create and implement improvements for speeding up production and creating better deliverables.

-Maintain staff BIM training and competency levels.

-Manage and create family databases.

-Come up with new ideas for apps and scripts to speed up production and provide the logic to app developers. 

-Monitor and review models and links for clash detection and error resolutions.

-Provide support regarding Revit errors without losing work.

-Creating new central models as per company standards, promptly upon project contract

-Creating new Autodesk Construction Cloud projects with inherited settings. Updating templates in ACC.

-Manage Autodesk licenses and access to files.

-Schedule and lead team meetings to present new products and improvements made to design and production process.

Key Responsibilities:

· Coordinate with PM/PA all the FO, SOE and Structural requirements for the project
· Perform field surveys of planned construction sites to develop existing site analysis and pre-construction inspection reports
· Provide basis of design engineering narratives for the proposed FO, SOE and Structural design for the project.
· Initiate and lead kick off with Project Architect and other Engineers to identify design strategy and priority for FO, SOE and Structural work projects
· Initiate and lead kick off with FO, SOE and Structural modeler to identify design development strategy.
· Initiate and lead kick off meetings with Project Filling representatives to identify filling strategy and priority for FO, SOE and Structural approvals
· Communicate and coordinate designs and design changes with Project Architect and other Engineers to assure all designs are coordinated and provided in timely manner to meet project assigned timelines
· Develop FO, SOE and Structural construction documents per Node and DOB Standards
· Oversee FO, SOE and Structural modeling staff, assure design development is progressing per allocated timeline and budgeted hours
· Oversee and communicate with filling representatives to assure all City agency filings of completed FO/SOE and Structural designs are submitted in timely manner, and all the changes in design are properly and in timely manner reflected at all FO/SOE and Structural associated documentation
· Provide all the information needed for DOB NOW FO/SOE and Structural applications, advising if any special regulation is applicable to project’s FO/SOE and Structural design
· Perform design quality control and clash detection between Structural and other engineering disciplines
· Provide Professional Engineer Stamp on Node FO,SOE and Structural drawings and applications
· Where required, submit provided design solutions to Senior Structural engineer for review and approval before design development commencement
· Serve as the main contact for the FOE/SOE and Structural design with all parties on the project
· Provide weekly updates to PM on the progress of FO/SOE and Structural designs and approvals.
· Update task progress /stage at project management platform and tag and notify billing department on weekly basis
· Oversee the budgeted hours for design are not exceeded
· Provide responses to the Owner’s and GC RFI promptly.
· Review and respond to Client or City agencies email inquiries every morning at log in and every night prior to sign off
· Upon approval issuance, together with filling representatives responsible for work permit issuance, coordinate smooth transition of FO/SOE and Structural work to timely manner permitted status and to construction commencement
· During Construction, perform construction site progress and special inspections, coordinate required design amendments to plans and documents and assure construction phase amendments and as builds are done promptly and in timely manner for CO, coordinate closely with modeling and filling team to assure timely manner execution
· Update Owner’s project team and Node project team of FO/SOE and Structural design progress and completion timeline.



Qualifications
3 years of engineering experience related to Foundation and Structural design
Strong organizational, analytical, problem solving, communication and design skills
Must be a self-starter and be able to manage multiple projects
Ability to communicate as a valued team member with colleagues and clients at all levels
Ability to provide inspection reports in a timely manner
Reliable means of transportation and a valid driver’s license
Willingness to obtain ICC certifications
Work well with a team and individually
Familiarity with construction industry codes
Experience in BIM360
PE Registration
Experience with Revit

Node Architecture, Engineering, Consulting, P.C. is integrated multi-disciplinary firm providing architectural and engineering services to both public and private sector clients. Our projects range from design and development of large multifamily and mixed-use projects, commercial spaces, tenant fit-outs, hospitality throughout the New York City Area with a focus on sustainable design. Our team consists of enthusiastic, creative and dedicated self-managed individuals with professional and positive mindsets creating a fun and productive working environment with open communication and team collaboration.

We are looking for Project Site Engineer to join our team of professional team.

Key Responsibilities:

Visit Project Sites to perform existing condition observations and measurements prior to design and development
Initiate communication with the Owner and his General Contractor by requesting Construction Schedule and COIs issued to Node in the preconstruction phase
Visit Construction Sites to perform Special, Progress and Energy Inspections pursuant to inspections identified on TR1, TR8 documents and plans associated with the project
Prepare Special and Progress Inspection Reports
Perform Construction Administration Services to ensure construction work is meeting deadlines, budget and conforms to the approved construction documents,
When performing Construction Administration services closely monitor contractor’s craftsmanship to prevent any issues that may arise due to poor quality of work
Resolve any issues that occur during construction phase
Mark up construction documents for any on site changes and amendments required for ALL work types filed by Node
Meet and report to Project Manager / Architect and CO coordinator to advise of construction site progress
Update Project Collaboration platforms (Oddo, Teams) and entire project team with construction site progress
Provide timely manner responses to client and Contractors RFI’s during all phases of projects
Review and respond Client and Node team member email or other platform inquiries every morning and every night prior to sign off
Prepare Foundation, Excavation and Structural Construction Documents using Revit, under direct supervision of Principal Engineer and Project Manager
Revise and amend Foundation, Excavation and Structural Construction Documents pursuant to Construction Site changes
Job Type: This is full-time position offering a salary and benefit package competitively paced within the local market, including medical, disability, paid time off, paid holidays, commuter benefits, continued education reimbursement, exceptional office indoor air quality and more. Must be based in New York City.

Desired Experience:

Bachelors or Master’s degree in Civil Engineering
Must have 3-5 years of experience in discipline coordination using BIM-Revit
Excellent verbal and written communications skills, experience with Office 365 and SharePoint Plus

Job description:

Node Architecture, Engineering, Consulting, P.C. is integrated multi-disciplinary firm providing architectural and engineering services to both public and private sector clients. Our projects range from small interior renovations to design and development of large multifamily and mixed-use projects, commercial spaces, tenant fit-outs, and hospitality throughout the New York City Area. Our team consists of enthusiastic, creative and dedicated self-managed individuals with professional and positive mindsets creating a fun and productive working environment with open communication and team collaboration.

We are looking for a self-managed individual that can contribute to our team with its extensive knowledge's of filling processes and set a smooth TCO/CO approval process for our projects. Qualified individual must have Class 1 or 2 Filing Representative License.


Responsibilities:

Coordinate with Owner, Contractor, Owner consultants, and NODE team for TCO/CO timely manner approvals.

Obtain Temporary Certificate of Occupancy and Final Certificate of Occupancy for New Buildings and Alt1's;
Receive on site changes from Site technician and Project Manager, prepare and file amendments to schedule A, schedule B, and other applications associated with NB or Alt1 during construction phase and prior to TCO/CO;
Coordinate with Node team members on supporting applications sign offs required, assure completion in timely manner;
Prepare for and initiate meetings with Client team for TCO/CO requirements;
Research properties and prepare status letter's, breaking down what is required for a TCO/Final CO;
Prepare Special Inspections TR1, TR8 documents for TCOs, Final CO’s
Meetings with plan examiners for Post Approval and As Built amendments
Meeting with commissioners, deputy commissioners and public advocate at the NYC Dept of Buildings for reconsideration's and waivers;
Prepare individual checklists for each responsible party (GC, MEPS Subcontractors, Owner) , coordinate and assure compliance , print violations and filings, and obtain construction and sign off schedules;
Work with Node team and Client team to inform of any potential ‘obstacles’ for TCO/ CO, prepare a strategy for solution and assure compliance for timely manner CO issuance;
Communicate with Clients and team members regarding inspections and results;
Schedule as built walk through, and construction inspections and attend Client meetings;
Update all spreadsheets, tasks and lists on a daily basis and ensure all team members and Owners are fully informed