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NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)

ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP), New York, New York, us, 10261

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Overview 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 comprises 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout a 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 $35 B, with another $13.6 B projected over the next 10‑year commitment plan. BEDC’s Wastewater Capital Program (WWCP) staff oversees the design and construction of all capital projects managed on behalf of the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment (BWT) and the Bureau of Water Supply (BWS). WWCP manages the capital delivery requirements for BWT and BWS, including wastewater resource recovery facilities (WRRFs) upgrades, CSO abatement projects, and pump‑station rehabilitation.

Responsibilities BEDC seeks to hire two Environmental Engineers Level 1 to be Accountable Managers (AM) for WWCP. The selected candidates will oversee and support the design and construction of WWCP projects for various WRRFs, wastewater pump‑station projects across the city, and projects in the watershed region, as well as the Flushing Bay and Gowanus Superfund CSO programs.

Through a staff of project management professionals, inspectors, and other technical/administrative staff, the AMs will direct the oversight of the planning, design, and construction of major capital construction projects, ensuring that all prepared schedules, reports, and work products conform to the scope of work. They will undertake the preparation, negotiation, and processing of appropriate modifications to consultant contract scope, cost, and schedule for successful project completion and provide day‑to‑day guidance and oversight of subordinates’ work assignments.

The AMs will ensure that Environmental Health & Safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle, coordinate with all bureau support divisions (Project Controls Group, Permit Resource Division, Sustainability, Contracts Support, etc.), and manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle.

They will be responsible for communicating and coordinating with agency bureaus, other city and state agencies, and key stakeholders, focusing on issue resolution and risk mitigation to keep the project moving. The AMs will manage staff efficiently and effectively to ensure adequate staffing of projects and opportunities for professional growth, continuously monitor key performance indicators, and report directly to the Deputy Portfolio Manager.

Only applicants who are permanent Civil Service Mechanical Engineers or have taken and passed Exam No. 6537 or 6074 are eligible to apply to this JVN. If you do not have permanent civil service status as a Mechanical Engineer or have taken and passed the aforementioned exams, please do not apply to this position as you will not be considered for an interview.

Preferred Skills

Proficient oral and written communication skills to effectively communicate with project staff, engineers/architects, inspectors, consultants, contractors, vendors, city operations staff, and external project stakeholders such as regulatory agencies and community representatives.

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

Have a detailed 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, interpret, and approve 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.

Employ effective time‑management practices.

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

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 wastewater resource recovery facilities.

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.

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

Minimum Qualifications

A valid New York State Professional Engineer License and four years of full‑time experience in environmental engineering. A master’s degree in environmental engineering from an accredited college will be accepted as equivalent to one year of full‑time experience in environmental engineering.

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Equal Opportunity Employer DEP is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to the diversity of our organization and workforce. 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. 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.

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

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