ASSISTANT PROJECT MANAGER

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) seeks to hire an Assistant Electrical Engineer to be an Assistant Project Manager for the Water System Capital Program (WSCP) directorate, located at the Sutton Park office in Valhalla, NY. Under supervision, the selected candidate will report to an Accountable Manager and assist in supervising water and wastewater system projects within the watershed, which extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

Responsibilities

Assist in supervising water and wastewater system projects within the watershed; Plan, coordinate and direct the implementation of the design and construction of projects in the NYC watershed; Monitor permit requirements and assist in resolving project issues; Conduct field condition surveys and prepare accurate reports on physical observations; Review contract documents, codes and regulations and compare them to project requirements to identify deficiencies; Actively participate in field investigations to develop alternative approaches and solutions to meet project objectives; Work with the construction management team to perform inspections of construction activity; Attend all required environmental compliance and safety related training classes

Requirements

Baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work; OR baccalaureate degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college and a master's degree in electrical engineering from an accredited college or university; A master's degree in electrical engineering can only substitute for one year of full-time satisfactory work experience; A degree in any other engineering area, or in any engineering technology area, is not acceptable; Operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits, equipment testing, inspections, and attend meetings with project stakeholders; Ability to work extended days from time to time; Ability to perform field work involving standing and walking on uneven surfaces, steep slopes, and stairs, in all weather conditions

Nice to have

Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products (Word, Excel, etc.); Understanding of project management principles, specifically the procedures used by DEP; Excellent oral and written communication skills; Ability to meet deadlines; Ability to be flexible in assignment of work responsibilities; Critical thinking skills and effective independent data analysis