ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) seeks to hire an Electrical 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 supervising water and wastewater system projects within the watershed and within NYC, including an improvement program for dams and other reservoirs, aqueducts, wastewater treatment plants, bridges, roadways and other infrastructure. The position is a hands-on project management role focused on delivery, staff management, stakeholder coordination and client service to the operating Bureaus. Only internal City employees who are permanent Civil Service Electrical Engineers are eligible to apply. Work location: Jerome Park Reservoir, 3055 Goulden Ave, Bronx, NY 10463.

Responsibilities

Achieve project goals and milestones and 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 assignments; Approve time and leave, evaluate staff and determine staffing requirements; Ensure environmental health & safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle; Coordinate with Agency Bureaus, other City Agencies and key Stakeholders; Resolve issues, mitigate risk and manage project quality; Manage staff to ensure adequate staffing and professional growth; Continuously monitor key performance indicators for scope, schedule, budget and other performance metrics

Requirements

Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; Valid New York State Professional Engineer's License; Current New York State Professional Engineer registration must be maintained for the duration of employment; Only permanent Civil Service Electrical Engineers are eligible to apply; A master's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited institution may be substituted for one year of the required experience

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; Possession of a valid NYS driver's license may be required