ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

BEDC (Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction) of the NYC Department of Environmental Protection seeks a Civil Engineer Level 1 to serve as Accountable Manager (AM) for the Water System Capital Program (WSCP). Under general supervision, the selected candidate reports to a Deputy Portfolio Manager and oversees water and wastewater system projects within the watershed and within NYC, including dam improvement programs and other reservoirs, aqueducts, wastewater treatment plants, bridges, roadways, or infrastructure projects. The role requires a hands-on project manager who manages projects from conception to completion, focuses on issue resolution and risk mitigation, and provides day-to-day staff oversight. Only internal City employees are sought for this position. Work location: Jerome Park Reservoir, 3055 Goulden Ave, Bronx, NY 10463.

Responsibilities

Achieve project goals and milestones; Ensure schedules, reports, and work products conform to the scope of work; Prepare, negotiate, and process modifications to Consultant Contract scope, cost, and schedule; Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates' work; Approve time and leave, evaluate staff, and determine staffing requirements; Ensure environmental health and safety throughout the project lifecycle; Coordinate with Agency Bureaus, other City Agencies, and key stakeholders; Resolve issues and mitigate risks; Manage project delivery quality; Continuously monitor key performance indicators (scope, schedule, budget, and other metrics)

Requirements

Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License, maintained for the duration of employment; Permanent Civil Service status as a Civil Engineer (only permanent Civil Service Civil Engineers are eligible to apply); For Assignment Levels II and III: at least one year within the last three years as a major contributor or project leader on a complex project

Nice to have

Project management of large capital contracts; Critical thinking and effective independent data analysis; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Understanding of codes and standards; Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project; Valid NYS driver's license may be required