Assistant Commissioner, Construction Safety
Core
Oversees the Construction Safety division of the NYC Department of Buildings, ensuring compliance with construction codes, managing safety initiatives, and leading emergency response efforts.
Role type
Senior executive (Assistant Commissioner) leading a major division
Builds
Construction safety compliance frameworks, emergency response protocols, and agency policies
Domain
Municipal government / Construction safety / Urban infrastructure
Required skills
Strategic planning, team management, policy formulation, stakeholder liaison, incident investigation, resource allocation, emergency coordination, regulatory compliance, project management, public testimony
Preferred skills
Experience with large complex organizations, code development, technical accident investigation
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Plan and coordinate construction safety initiatives; oversee division units (Standards, Compliance, Enforcement); formulate and implement agency policies; manage team operations and resource allocation; represent the agency with external stakeholders and government bodies; prepare mandated reports; coordinate special inspections; manage emergency preparedness and disaster response; track incidents and assist in technical investigations; testify before the City Council; conduct outreach to the construction industry.
Seniority
Senior, executive leadership