ACCOUNTABLE MANAGER

About the role

The Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) seeks to hire a Civil Engineer Level 1 to be an Accountable Manager (AM) for WSCP. Under general supervision, the selected candidate will report to a Deputy Portfolio Manager supervising water and wastewater system projects within the watershed, which extends 125 miles north and west of the City, and within NYC.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the achievement of project goals and milestones
• Ensure all prepared schedules, reports, and work products conform to the scope of work
• Undertake the preparation, negotiation, and processing of appropriate modifications to Consultant Contract scope, cost, and schedule for successful project completion
• Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates' work assignments
• Motivate current employees and determine staffing requirements for implementation of the program
• Ensure environmental health & safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle
• Focus on client service to the operating Bureaus
• Implement all project delivery procedures and coordinate with all Bureau support divisions
• Manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle
• Manage the staff efficiently and effectively to ensure adequate staffing of projects and opportunities for professional growth
• Continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to scope, schedule, budget, and other project performance metrics

Requirements

• Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work
• A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License
• 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 (for Assignment Levels II and III)

Qualifications

• 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)

Skills

• 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

Benefits

Not specified

Pay

Not specified

Schedule

Not specified

Additional Information

• This position may require operation of a motor vehicle to perform site visits, equipment testing, inspections, and to attend meetings with project stakeholders.
• Possession of a valid NYS driver's license may be required for this job assignment.
• 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.
• For more information about Public Service Loan Forgiveness, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Application

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