Assistant Project Manager

Description

The company supplies 1.1 billion gallons of high-quality drinking water, manages wastewater and storm water, and works to reduce air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution.

It is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees.

Its water supply runs through 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes, across a 2,000 square mile watershed reaching 125 miles north and west of the city.

The engineering design and construction bureau manages capital projects worth $35B now, with another $13.6B planned over the next 10-year commitment plan.

The Wastewater Capital Program oversees design and construction of all major capital projects for the Bureau of Wastewater Treatment. Current work includes sustainability and resiliency upgrades and state of good repair projects such as main sewage pump system upgrades, solids handling facility upgrades, power system improvements, combined sewer overflow abatement, and pump station rehabilitation.

The program is staffed by project managers and engineers who put environmental health and safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client service first.

This is an Assistant Civil Engineer role acting as Assistant Project Manager for the Wastewater Capital Program in Queens, New York. You will work under supervision and report directly to an Accountable Manager.

Responsibilities

• Work as a core member of the project team, helping meet project goals and milestones.
• Make sure program schedules, reports, and work products match the program scope of work.
• Help the team prepare, negotiate, and process changes to consultant contract scope, cost, and schedule.
• Support design and construction work by building EHS into every stage of the project lifecycle.
• Serve as the contact for operating bureaus and coordinate with all engineering design and construction support groups, including Project Controls (schedule and cost) and the Permit Resource group.
• Build clear communication and coordination with agency bureaus, other city agencies, and key stakeholders.
• Track permit requirements, help resolve project issues, and reduce risk so work keeps moving.
• Oversee delivery quality across the project lifecycle and monitor key performance indicators for budget, schedule, and contract metrics.
• Under supervision, carry out reliable skilled field condition surveys and write accurate reports on what you observe.
• Take an active part in field investigations to develop alternative approaches and solutions that meet project objectives.
• Complete all required environmental compliance and safety training and follow the related regulations.

Requirements

• Demonstrate critical thinking and sound independent data analysis.
• Communicate clearly in speech and writing.
• Meet deadlines and adjust to changes in work assignments.
• Hold one of the following education paths: a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering from an accredited college or university plus one year of full-time satisfactory civil engineering experience; a baccalaureate degree in civil engineering technology from an accredited college or university plus three years of full-time satisfactory civil engineering experience; or a baccalaureate degree and a master's degree in civil engineering, both from accredited colleges or universities.
• Be a permanent Civil Service Assistant Civil Engineer or have taken Civil Service Exam No. 7006. Applicants without either will not be considered for an interview.
• Preferred: robust knowledge of wastewater treatment systems and equipment.
• Preferred: knowledge of codes, standards, and design guidelines for wastewater treatment facilities.
• Preferred: ability to read and understand engineering reports, specifications, and drawings.
• Preferred: excellent communication and writing skills.

Conditions

Work extended days from time to time.

Fieldwork includes standing and walking on uneven surfaces, steep slopes, and stairs in all weather.

Drive a motor vehicle for site visits, equipment testing, inspections, and meetings with stakeholders.

All appointments are subject to Office of Management and Budget approval.

The employer is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on any legally protected basis.