Statement on Mayor Mamdani’s Appointment of Paul Ochoa as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Design and Construction
Published on Apr 22, 2026
Our statement from Carlo A. Scissura, Esq., President and CEO of the New York Building Congress, on Mayor Mamdani’s Appointment of Paul Ochoa as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Design and Construction:
“The New York Building Congress applauds the appointment of Paul Ochoa as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Design and Construction. Commissioner Ochoa brings deep experience serving New Yorkers across three mayoral administrations, including key roles at the Department of Sanitation and the Department of Transportation, where he helped advance critical operations and capital priorities. His focus on improving project delivery and accelerating timelines comes at a pivotal moment for our city. We look forward to continuing our longstanding partnership with DDC by working closely with Commissioner Ochoa and his team to deliver the infrastructure New Yorkers rely on every day.”
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The New York Building Congress, a broad-based membership association celebrating its 105th year, is committed to promoting the growth and success of the construction industry in New York City and its environs. Learn more about the New York Building Congress at www.buildingcongress.com.