Assistant Civil Engineer

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vital public service role as an Assistant Civil Engineer, where you will play a crucial part in protecting New York's environment through effective stormwater management. This position involves reviewing and approving Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans, ensuring compliance with city regulations, and inspecting construction sites to prevent pollution. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil engineering, particularly in site design and stormwater management practices. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the sustainability of New York City while working in a collaborative environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience in civil site design and review including grading and drainage.
• Knowledge of stormwater management practices and related permits.

Responsibilities

• Review and approve Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs).
• Inspect sites for compliance with stormwater permits during and after construction.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Data Analysis

Reading Construction Drawings

Hydrology Knowledge

Hydraulic Calculations

Teamwork

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Civil Engineering

Master's Degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

TR55

HEC

Hydro CAD

Job description

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.

The Bureau of Environmental Planning and Analysis (BEPA) is responsible for the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) planning and implementation for the City including permitting and enforcement for the construction/post construction program. The Stormwater Permitting Section is responsible for implementing 15 RCNY Chapter 19.1 and the construction/post-construction requirements of the Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System permit issued to the City by NYS Department of Environmental Conservation.

Professional engineers, registered landscape architects, and other professionals that have knowledge in design and implementation of designs for the prevention of pollution related to stormwater runoff prepare and submit stormwater pollution prevention plans. Under the updated MS4 Permit, the City has reduced the soil disturbance threshold of projects requiring review and approval in the MS4 areas to 20,000 square feet. In addition, the City will enforce the same rules in the combined sewer service area in an effort to reduce the occurrence of combined sewer overflows. That addition with the MS4 area reduction is expected to increase the number of applications.

Under direction, the Assistant Civil Engineer will be responsible for reviewing, approving, and disapproving Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs). Adequately reviewing plans requires a working knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, soils, and practices designed to prevent pollution of stormwater runoff. Additional critical tasks include responding to complaints related to stormwater discharges from construction sites, inspecting sites both during and after construction for compliance with stormwater construction and stormwater maintenance permits.

The ideal candidate will have experience in civil site design and review including grading, drainage, and site layout. Understanding concepts related to design and construction of stormwater management practices as well as familiarity with the New York State General Permit for Stormwater Discharges from Construction Sites and the New York City Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit are preferred.

Typical tasks will include:

1. Review of site civil drawings for compliance with City rules and the Construction General Permit.
2. Clear understanding of stormwater management systems during and after construction. Understands hydrology, hydraulics and implementation of codes.
3. Site inspection for compliance with approved plans during construction, under Stormwater Construction Permit.
4. Site inspection for compliance with post-construction requirements of a Stormwater Maintenance Permit.
5. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing giving applicants and permittees clear understanding of program and permit requirements, penalties for noncompliance, and the intrinsic benefits of compliance.

At the time of appointment to certain positions, candidates may be required to possess a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York. If required, employees must maintain this license for the duration of employment.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in civil engineering and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in civil engineering work; or
2. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and a Master's degree from an accredited college in civil engineering.

Preferred Skills

The most suitable candidate will possess the following skills:

1. Ability to organize and prioritize to meet deadlines and coordinate multiple projects.
2. Strong written and oral communication skills.
3. Ability to use a computer to organize and analyze data.
4. Ability to read and understand construction drawings.
5. Knowledge of basic hydrology and hydraulic calculations.
6. Experience using TR55, HEC, Hydro CAD or other hydrology/hydraulics software.
7. Ability to work well with other staff and the public.

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.