ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER
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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 6000 employees. DEPs water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the systems 2000 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 $35B and another $13.6B 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 Wastewater Capital Program (WWCP) staff oversees the design and construction of all major capital projects for the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment (BWT). Current projects include upgrades for sustainability resiliency and state of good repair improvements (e.g. main sewage pump system upgrades solids handling facility upgrades power system improvements combined sewer overflow abatement projects and pump station rehabilitation.) WWCP is a team of project managers and engineers who deliver projects with an emphasis on environmental health and safety quality schedule budget and client service.
BEDC seeks to hire an Assistant Environmental Engineer to serve as an Assistant Project Manager for the WWCP directorate in Queens NY. The selected candidate will be an integral member of the project team and report to an Accountable Manager. Under supervision s/he will assist the project team in achieving the project goals and milestones ensuring that all prepared program schedules reports and work products conform to the program scope of work. The selected candidate will support the project team in the preparation negotiation and processing of appropriate modifications to consultant contract scope cost and schedule for successful project completion. S/he will serve as design and construction support staff ensuring that Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle. The selected candidate will focus on client service with operating bureaus implementation of all project delivery procedures and coordination with all BEDC support groups such as the Project Controls group (Schedule & Cost) Permit Resource group etc. S/he will also be responsible for developing seamless communication/coordination with agency bureaus other city agencies and key stakeholders monitoring permit requirements assisting in resolving project issues risk mitigation and assist with management of the quality of project delivery throughout the project lifecycle through continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to budget schedule and contract metrics. Under supervision the selected candidate will also conduct reliable and skilled field condition surveys and prepare accurate reports on physical observations. The selected candidate will actively participate in field investigations to develop alternative approaches and solutions to meet project objectives. S/he will also attend all required environmental compliance and safety related trainings classes.
The selected candidate must be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills and effective independent data analysis. The position requires excellent oral and written communication skills ability to meet deadlines and an ability to be flexible in assignment of work responsibilities.
The selected candidate may be required to work extended days from time to time. The selected candidate will also be required to perform fieldwork that may involve standing and walking on uneven surfaces steep slopes and stairs in all weather conditions. This position requires operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits equipment testing inspections and to attend meetings with project stakeholders.
PREFERRED SKILLS
-Robust knowledge of wastewater treatment systems and equipment
-Knowledge and understanding of codes standards and design guidelines applicable to wastewater treatment facilities
-Ability to read and understand engineering reports specifications and drawings
-Excellent communication and writing skills
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
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.
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.
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ASSISTANT ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINE - 20617
Qualifications :
1. A baccalaureate degree in environmental chemical mechanical petroleum aeronautical or materials engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in environmental engineering work; or
2. A baccalaureate degree in environmental chemical mechanical petroleum aeronautical or materials
engineering from an accredited college and masters degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college.
A masters degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college can only be used to substitute for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience in environmental engineering.
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 individuals sex race color ethnicity national origin age religion disability sexual orientation veteran status gender identity or pregnancy.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
