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 Mechanical Engineer 3 to be an Accountable Manager (AM) for various projects involving City owned infrastructure. Under the direction of a Portfolio Manager, the AM will be the primary managers of BEDC design and construction contracts for the WSCP program listed above. The AM will ensure that projects are managed in accordance with all BEDC Standard Operating Procedures and best practices to meet quality, safety, schedule, budget and client satisfaction commitments. The selected candidate will use the enterprise Project Management Information System (ePMIS) for the majority of the project workflows. S/he will mentor subordinate staff and work to develop and maintain a strong partnering environment amongst all internal and external stakeholders. The selected candidate will review business cases from the Operating Bureaus and provide feedback to ensure that scope and budget items are adequate and appropriate for the project. S/he will help to prepare the Request for Proposal to procure consultant design services and construction management services contracts and will participate in the preparation of cost estimates and negotiation of the consultant contracts. S/he will be the main point of contact and project manager for these consultant contracts throughout the project lifecycle process, including: preliminary design, design, construction procurement, construction, and closeout.

The AM will evaluate and recommend cost-effective alternatives to meet consent order goals balancing scope, cost and schedule constraints. The selected candidate will lead technical negotiations with regulators and City oversight agencies, as delegated, in coordination with BEDC management and DEP/City Legal on political and budgetary issues/constraints. The selected candidate may participate in technical advisory committees (TACs), as needed. S/he will recommend approval for rating criteria from BEDC management and the ACCOs office. The AM will be responsible for verifying all project scope, cost and schedule information contained in regular BEDC management reports to ensure accuracy and validity. S/he will alert BEDC management immediately of any critical issues that significantly impact project scope, cost, schedule and regulatory compliance. S/he will review and implement BEDC Environmental Health and Safety standards and Standard Operating Procedures. S/he will coordinate all project issues through the Operating Bureau liaison and provide updates and schedule meetings with the Operating Bureau as required.

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 working extended days from time to time. The selected candidate will also be required to perform field work which may require standing and walking on uneven surfaces, steep slopes, stairs, in all weather conditions.

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in mechanical 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 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.

- Engineering Design and Construction Management skills - Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, etc.) - 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 driver’s license may be required for this job assignment - Understanding of project management principals, specifically the procedures used by DEP - Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to meet deadlines, and an ability to be flexible in assignment of work responsibilities - Candidates must be able to demonstrate critical thinking skills and effective independent data analysis

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

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 https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

New York City Residency is not required for this position

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