The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) protects public health and the environment by supplying clean drinking water, collecting and treating wastewater, 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. We deliver 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water per day to 8.5 million New York City residents and more than 1 million people in Upstate New York, and we collect and treat an average of 1.3 billion gallons of wastewater per day.

The position will fall under jurisdiction of the Bureau of Water and Sewer Operations which is responsible for the operation and maintenance and protection of New York City’s drinking water distribution and wastewater collection systems, the protection of adjacent waterways and natural drainage (wetlands), and the development of the Department’s Capital Water and Sewer Infrastructure Program. The Bureau also approves and inspects water and sewer connections performed by licensed plumbers and/or authorized contractors. In addition, BWSO has overall responsibility for the approval and inspection of all public and private construction projects as they relate to the City’s water or sewer systems.
The Bureau is also responsible for the design, construction oversight and operation of the Bluebelt stormwater BMP (Best Management Practices) systems. These are ecologically sound, cost effective alternatives to piped storm sewers utilized throughout the southern half of Staten Island and in some parts of Queens. This project preserves and enhances streams, ponds and wetlands, allowing them to perform their natural function of conveying, storing and filtering storm water. These areas also provide important community open spaces and rich wildlife habitat.

The Division of Capital Program Management, Bluebelt Stormwater Management Section seeks an experienced Civil Engineer to serve as Bluebelt Planning Supervisor, and to supervise staff involved in ensuring the conformance of the construction of the BMPs to their design.

Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:

- Monitor and report on activities at BMPs under construction by attending construction progress meetings, performing regular site visits and organizing and updating meeting notes, site photographs, contractor reports, etc.,
- Generate reports on construction progress,
- Document changes in design and ensure BMP is constructed in conformance with the contract,
- Represent BWSO’s Bluebelt Stormwater Management Section at meetings with other NYC agencies such as City Planning and the Dept. of Design and Construction and with regulators such as the NYSDEC, USEPA and the Army Corps of Engineers,
- Notify Bluebelt Maintenance of any issues including theft or vandalism,
- Inspect constructed BMPs to ensure proper functioning,
- Manage contracts for BMP design,
- Review BMP design drawings and issue comments as appropriate,
- Develop metrics to document BMP performance and report supporting data,
- Assist with Bluebelt cost/benefit analyses,
- Prepare permit applications,
- Assist with environmental reviews of new BMP proposals,
- Manage and implement permit requirements,
- Review or assist with drainage planning for Bluebelt BMPs and provide comments as appropriate,
- Receive and track contractor payments and track maintenance of individual BMPs, and
- Conduct BMP tours for BWSO management and interested parties.

Join our team and be part of the New York City world-renowned Bluebelt system! We offer excellent long-term growth opportunities, comprehensive benefits package, including 401K, 457, Paid Holidays, Sick time, and Vacation.

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

- Excellent verbal and written communication skills - Supervisory experience

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

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.