ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

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 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 Supplys 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 DEPs 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 Mechanical Engineer 2 to be an Accountable Manager (AM) for WSCP. Under general supervision the selected candidate will oversee and support the design and construction of WSCP projects for various Dams and In-house construction projects such as the reconstruction of Baptist Church Road Bridge Dam Refacing at Cross River and Croton Falls and design support for various dams within the Portfolio. The selected candidate will be responsible for overseeing construction-related activities as well as providing support for design contracts to ensure alignment coordination and successful project delivery.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the achievement of project goals and milestones ensuring that all prepared schedules reports and work products conform to the scope of work. S/he will also undertake the preparation negotiation and processing of appropriate modifications to consultant and/or construction Contract scope cost and schedule for successful project completion. The selected candidate will provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates work assignments motivate current employees approve time and leave evaluate staff members and determine staffing requirements for implementation of the program. S/he will ensure that environmental health & safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle and must be focused on client service to the operating Bureaus. The selected candidate is responsible for the implementation of all project delivery procedures and coordination with all Bureau support divisions such as the Project Controls Group (Schedule & Cost) Permit Resource Division Sustainability Contracts Support etc.

The selected candidate must be a hands-on project manager capable of quickly recognizing what is required for a project and providing the sustained effort necessary to see that project through from conception to completion. S/he will be responsible for seamless communication/coordination with Agency Bureaus other City Agencies and key Stakeholders. The selected candidate must focus on resolutions of issues and risk mitigation to keep the project moving and must manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle. S/he will also be responsible for continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to scope schedule budget and other project performance metrics.


PREFERRED SKILLS

-Project Management of large capital contracts

-Critical thinking and effective independent data analysis

-Excellent oral and written communication skills

-Understanding of codes and standards

-This position may require operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits equipment testing inspections and to attend meetings with project stakeholders. Possession of a valid NYS drivers license may be required for this job assignment

-Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word Excel) and Microsoft Project



Work Location:

465 Columbus Avenue Valhalla NY 10595

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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MECHANICAL ENGINEER - 20415

Qualifications :

(1) Four (4) years of full-time satisfactory experience in mechanical engineering work; and
(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineers License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.
A masters degree in mechanical 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 mechanical 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 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