Job Description

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, managing wastewater and storm water, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system’s 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital projects valued at $23.8B, and another $10.5B projected over the next 10-year commitment plan. The projects BEDC implements allows DEP as a whole to continue to operate and maintain an exemplary water supply system.

Our Water System Capital Program (WSCP) oversees planning, design, construction management, and construction to support the upgrading and state of good repair of the Bureau of Water Supply’s critical infrastructure. BEDC delivers a substantial multibillion dollar capital program as required to provide for new infrastructure as well as the reconstruction of existing assets to ensure the integrity, continuity, and high quality of the water supply. This work spans the DEP’s vast network of wastewater treatment plants, dams, bridges, shafts, reservoirs, tunnels, pumping stations, ultraviolet disinfection system, filtration systems, and associated facilities throughout New York City and its watershed.

BEDC seeks to hire a Civil Engineer 3 to be an Accountable Manager (AM) in the management of the upstate projects mentioned above. Under general direction, the selected candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating and directing the implementation of the design and construction of projects for the Ashokan Century Program in Ulster County, NY. The projects currently being delivered for this program include dams, spillways, bridges, gate and screen chambers, aqueducts and a storge facility.

The AM directs the oversight of projects, as well as the design and construction-related services for a program that will allow the City of New York to meet water supply requirements into the future. S/he will perform project management work and initiate design-related work including the oversight of the design of rehabilitation projects or overseeing routine reconstruction projects. Furthermore, the selected candidate will perform project management work on capital projects of very large size and complexity.

The AM will work in determining the need for and feasibility of design/construction work and oversee private consultants/contractors/vendors carrying out design related activities related to the rehabilitation, repairs, alterations and/or structural maintenance work of various water supply facilities.

The AM will be responsible for the achievement of project goals and milestones, ensuring that all prepared program schedules, reports, and work products conform to the program scope of work. S/he will undertake the preparation, negotiation, and processing of appropriate modifications to Consultant Contract scope, cost, and schedule for successful project completion.

The AM will develop seamless communication/coordination with Agency Bureaus, other City Agencies, and key stakeholders. S/he will identify problems/issues during the Facility Planning, Design, procurement and Construction phases and lead issue resolution and risk mitigation efforts to keep the project moving. The AM will be responsible for certain aspects of the management of the quality of project delivery throughout the project lifecycle. S/he will also be responsible for the continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to Budget, Schedule and Contract Metrics.

The AM will ensure that Environmental Health & Safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle and will be focused on client service with Operating Bureaus. S/he will direct the implementation of all project delivery procedures and coordination with all BEDC Program Support Divisions, such as the Project Controls Group (Schedule & Cost), Permit Resource Division, etc.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Proficient oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with project staff, engineers, inspectors, consultants, contractors, (foreign and domestic), vendors, City operations staff and external project stakeholders such as regulatory agencies and community representatives.

• Strong technical skills, interpersonal, communication, and computer skills with a working knowledge of MS Office software, and Project Scheduling Software.

• Knowledge of operations and processes for water system facilities.

• Knowledge of engineering design and construction industry standards and practices as well as environmental engineering operations and processes for water supply facilities.

• Possess a strong ability to work on a broad multidisciplinary base with various fields and trades as well as the ability to concurrently handle multiple related and non-related tasks.

• Possession of a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions which precludes the performance of Associate Project Manager work. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

• Have a basic understanding of permitting, equipment and materials, codes and standards, shop/field testing.

• Able to determine adequacy and completeness of field investigation plans and reports to support the development of more complex designs or scope change requests.

• Ability to assess applicability and appropriateness of field investigation protocols for stated objectives.

• Possess a working knowledge of current safety and design standards.

• Able to review and interpret complex contract documents.

• Able to understand the necessary project resources to effectively identify upcoming needs or existing conflicts.

• Able to assess consultant/contractor performance based on contract requirements.

• Able to evaluate project progress regularly in terms of potential impacts to schedule compliance.

• Understand schedule implications of change orders and recovery plans.

• Understand the process to prepare the Communication Management Plan.

• Experience in writing and reviewing contract specifications for major public works projects.

• Employ effective time management practices.

Residency Requirement:

New York City Residency is not required for this position.

Public Loan Service Forgiveness:

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at StudentAid.gov/PSLF.

Work Location:

71 Smith Avenue, Kingston, NY 12401

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DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. Your voluntary response to the NYCAPS on-line application section for referral information will assist us tremendously in our ability to track the success of our outreach and recruitment efforts. Please be sure to indicate your source of referral to this job.

This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program and also meet the education and experience requirements as listed in the job posting notice. Please indicate on your resume or cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program.

This position is also open to non 55-a Program candidates who meet the education and experience requirements as listed in the job posting notice.

We appreciate your interest and thank all applicants who apply, but only candidates under consideration will be contacted.

All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget (OMB) approval.

Qualifications

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and

(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

A masters degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university, accredited by regional, national, professional or specialized agencies recognized as accrediting bodies by the U.S. Secretary of Education and by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above.

Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.