Project Engineer

IMPORTANT NOTE: Only to those serving as a permanent in the title. Civil Engineer.

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) enriches the environment and protects public health for all New Yorkers by providing 1.1 billion gallons of high quality drinking water, managing wastewater and stormwater, and reducing air, noise, and hazardous materials pollution. DEP is the largest combined municipal water and wastewater utility in the country, with nearly 6,000 employees. DEP's water supply system is comprised of 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes throughout the system's 2,000 square mile watershed that extends 125 miles north and west of the City.

Green Infrastructure Design and Construction Office under the Bureau of Environmental Planning and Analysis (BEPA) is currently seeking a Project Engineer/Civil Engineer, Level 02 to provide technical reviews and analysis for the design and implementation of Green Infrastructure and Cloudburst Management projects. BEPA is leading the development of Stormwater Resiliency and Cloudburst Management Facility Plans by applying a holistic water management approach to improve water quality, climate resiliency and demand management while taking into account rate affordability and equity.

The Civil Engineer Level 02, with broad scope for the exercise of independent initiative and judgment, will be responsible for the following:

• Review of contract plans, geotechnical plans and reports, specifications, design standards, and estimates for Green Infrastructure and Cloudburst projects.

• Undertake research work inclusive of review of technical records, hydraulic analysis, drainage plans, and GI asset tributary drainage areas.

• May also be required to prepare custom GIS and sewer maps.

• Responsible for continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to Scope, Schedule, Budget, Stormwater Management, and other project performance metrics.

Minimum Qualifications

(1) Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; and

(2) A valid New York State Professional Engineer's License. Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

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) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in "1" above.

Special Note:

In addition to above qualification requirements, to be eligible for placement in Assignment Levels II and III, individuals must have at least 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.

Preferred Skills

• The ideal candidate has 7-10 years of experience in design and review of stormwater management practices, site and facility inspections for stormwater, water quality and/or erosion control projects. Experience in the green infrastructure planning layout and details of contract drawings, specifications shop drawing review field inspections and investigations proficient in Civil 3D as well as AutoCAD, Microsoft Word and Excel applications are highly desired.

• Knowledge of applicable stormwater regulatory requirements and local guidelines.

• Experience in preparation and review of geotechnical data and engineering reports.

• Independently performs all the tasks necessary to complete primary design elements for engineering works.

• Ability to lead and mentor technical design teams to prepare planning studies, engineering estimates, design, and quality reviews for municipal water and wastewater integrated Green Infrastructure and resiliency programs.

• Experience with detail site layout and grading drainage and stormwater management design.

• Familiarity with pollutants of concern commonly associated with municipal facilities and operations, stormwater best management practices (BMPs), green infrastructure and low-impact development are a plus.

• Have a detailed understanding of permitting, equipment and materials, codes and standards, shop/field testing.

• Able to review, interpret and approve complex contract documents.

• Knowledge of engineering design and construction industry standards and practices as well as environmental engineering operations and processes for water supply and wastewater resource recovery facilities.

• Possession of a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York with no restrictions. This license must be maintained for the duration of employment.

55a Program

This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education's website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/

Residency Requirement

New York City Residency is not required for this position

Additional Information

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.