City of New York
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 stormwater, 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 Water Supply seeks to hire a Project Manager for a position with Regulatory and Engineering Programs within the Watershed Protection Programs Directorate, located in Kingston, New York. The Regulatory & Engineering Programs section within the Bureau of Water Supply’s WPP directorate is responsible for the administration of DEP’s Watershed Regulations which govern land development activities in the NYC watershed.
Responsibilities
Assist the senior engineer and an associate project manager in the review and approval of various regulatory permit applications including Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), and Variances.
Conduct field investigations related to soil testing, SSTS open works inspections, active SWPPP construction site inspections, wastewater treatment plant inspections, and watercourse determinations.
Prepare written reports, create maps, and enter data in the division’s regulatory database.
Perform technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for wastewater projects such as subsurface sewage treatment systems, sewer systems, sewer connections, sewer extensions, and wastewater treatment plants.
Perform technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for stormwater pollution prevention plans, determining compliance with Watershed Rules & Regulations and related federal, state, and local codes.
Prepare written comments under the direction and appraisal of the immediate supervisor, and alert the supervisor of all issues and incidents as they occur in the City’s watershed.
Perform technical review/inspection of NYC Land Use Permit applications in accordance with good engineering practice to achieve the Agency’s water quality goals.
Assist with the implementation of programs and tasks required under the USEPA Filtration Avoidance Determination, including processing contractor payments, compiling technical input, tracking progress, monitoring site conditions, and assisting with preparation of annual reports.
Develop initial site data utilizing all available information to determine suitability of proposed projects, conduct site visits, witness soil tests, and prepare comprehensive field reports communicating results to the supervisor, applicant, and other reviewing agencies.
Utilize the Geographic Information System (GIS) and agency database for project review, incorporating a wide variety of layers (soils, hydrology, topography).
Conduct site inspections to ensure construction activity is undertaken in compliance with approved plans and all applicable regulations.
Report suspected plan inconsistencies and potential or existing deficiencies to the supervisor.
Assist in enforcement and resolution of regulatory violations, and meet with applicants and representatives of state and local government agencies.
Physical Requirements Some of the physical activities performed by Project Managers and environmental conditions experienced are: walking to and from inspection sites, climbing and descending ladders, stairs and/or scaffolds, standing for extended periods, distinguishing colors, bending, stooping and/or stretching, communicating orally, climbing over and around various objects, working in areas that may be damp, dark, dusty, smoky, smelly, excessively hot or cold, mold and/or vermin infested, working in areas with limited working space, and working outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Project Managers may be required to wear safety equipment including hard hat, eye and ear protection, gloves, safety shoes, face mask, and fall protection equipment. Some assignments may require the use of a respirator, with a physician evaluation and fit test as required by OSHA.
Hours & Shift 35 hours per week, with possible work during nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
Knowledge of HydroCAD, PondPack and AutoCAD.
Proficiency with topographic maps and soils maps.
Ability to write and edit reports.
Ability to review and analyze drawings, plans and maps.
Ability to review and analyze engineering reports and other relevant data.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
Ability to communicate well with applicants, engineers, contractors, and coworkers.
Ability to grasp new concepts, standards, regulations and systems.
Ability to write in a concise, detailed and organized manner.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Analytical and technical ability.
Communication and interpersonal skills.Time management and efficiency.
Work Location Project Manager – 22426 71 Smith Avenue Kingston, NY 12401 Kingston is a city in Ulster County, New York, approximately 90 miles north of New York City.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, plus one year of full‑time satisfactory experience in project management work (such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting engineering, architectural, or landscape architectural projects).
A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in item 1.
A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of the experience and/or college education described in item 1 to collectively equal five years of education and experience. One year of credit will be given for each 30 semester credits of college education leading to a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in one of the listed fields.
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.
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The Bureau of Water Supply seeks to hire a Project Manager for a position with Regulatory and Engineering Programs within the Watershed Protection Programs Directorate, located in Kingston, New York. The Regulatory & Engineering Programs section within the Bureau of Water Supply’s WPP directorate is responsible for the administration of DEP’s Watershed Regulations which govern land development activities in the NYC watershed.
Responsibilities
Assist the senior engineer and an associate project manager in the review and approval of various regulatory permit applications including Subsurface Sewage Treatment Systems (SSTS), Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP), and Variances.
Conduct field investigations related to soil testing, SSTS open works inspections, active SWPPP construction site inspections, wastewater treatment plant inspections, and watercourse determinations.
Prepare written reports, create maps, and enter data in the division’s regulatory database.
Perform technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for wastewater projects such as subsurface sewage treatment systems, sewer systems, sewer connections, sewer extensions, and wastewater treatment plants.
Perform technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for stormwater pollution prevention plans, determining compliance with Watershed Rules & Regulations and related federal, state, and local codes.
Prepare written comments under the direction and appraisal of the immediate supervisor, and alert the supervisor of all issues and incidents as they occur in the City’s watershed.
Perform technical review/inspection of NYC Land Use Permit applications in accordance with good engineering practice to achieve the Agency’s water quality goals.
Assist with the implementation of programs and tasks required under the USEPA Filtration Avoidance Determination, including processing contractor payments, compiling technical input, tracking progress, monitoring site conditions, and assisting with preparation of annual reports.
Develop initial site data utilizing all available information to determine suitability of proposed projects, conduct site visits, witness soil tests, and prepare comprehensive field reports communicating results to the supervisor, applicant, and other reviewing agencies.
Utilize the Geographic Information System (GIS) and agency database for project review, incorporating a wide variety of layers (soils, hydrology, topography).
Conduct site inspections to ensure construction activity is undertaken in compliance with approved plans and all applicable regulations.
Report suspected plan inconsistencies and potential or existing deficiencies to the supervisor.
Assist in enforcement and resolution of regulatory violations, and meet with applicants and representatives of state and local government agencies.
Physical Requirements Some of the physical activities performed by Project Managers and environmental conditions experienced are: walking to and from inspection sites, climbing and descending ladders, stairs and/or scaffolds, standing for extended periods, distinguishing colors, bending, stooping and/or stretching, communicating orally, climbing over and around various objects, working in areas that may be damp, dark, dusty, smoky, smelly, excessively hot or cold, mold and/or vermin infested, working in areas with limited working space, and working outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Project Managers may be required to wear safety equipment including hard hat, eye and ear protection, gloves, safety shoes, face mask, and fall protection equipment. Some assignments may require the use of a respirator, with a physician evaluation and fit test as required by OSHA.
Hours & Shift 35 hours per week, with possible work during nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Preferred Skills
Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint.
Knowledge of HydroCAD, PondPack and AutoCAD.
Proficiency with topographic maps and soils maps.
Ability to write and edit reports.
Ability to review and analyze drawings, plans and maps.
Ability to review and analyze engineering reports and other relevant data.
Ability to perform arithmetic calculations.
Ability to communicate well with applicants, engineers, contractors, and coworkers.
Ability to grasp new concepts, standards, regulations and systems.
Ability to write in a concise, detailed and organized manner.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Analytical and technical ability.
Communication and interpersonal skills.Time management and efficiency.
Work Location Project Manager – 22426 71 Smith Avenue Kingston, NY 12401 Kingston is a city in Ulster County, New York, approximately 90 miles north of New York City.
Qualifications
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, plus one year of full‑time satisfactory experience in project management work (such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting engineering, architectural, or landscape architectural projects).
A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in item 1.
A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of the experience and/or college education described in item 1 to collectively equal five years of education and experience. One year of credit will be given for each 30 semester credits of college education leading to a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in one of the listed fields.
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.
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