Construction Project Manager 2

DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Environmental Protection seeks two Construction Project Managers 2 for the Stormwater Permitting unit in Queens, NY. You will respond to complaints, inspect sites during and after construction, and ensure compliance with stormwater permits and MS4 regulations.

Ideal candidates have multi-year experience in construction inspection, hydrology, and hydrologic practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to work with developers and engineers are required for success in

Qualifications

• Five years of full-time experience managing and/or inspecting construction projects with minimum total cost of $300,000 per project.
• Bachelor's degree or professional license plus related experience may substitute as described in the job posting.
• Ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing to applicants and permittees.
• Knowledge of stormwater management, hydrology and hydraulics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review site civil drawings for compliance with the Construction General Permit.
• Inspect stormwater management systems during and after construction.
• Prepare reports and maintain records related to inspections and permits.
• Communicate permit requirements and penalties for noncompliance to applicants.
• Assist field surveys and ensure proper conformance with approved plans.

Skills

Prioritization under deadlines

Written and verbal communication

Hydrology knowledge

Hydraulics knowledge

Site inspection skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/architecture/construction management

Professional engineer license or licensed architect

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), within the Bureau of Sustainability, is responsible for implementation of the Unified Stormwater Rule (USWR) through its Stormwater Construction and Maintenance Permitting Unit. The USWR requires stormwater management for construction on public and private properties (1) to help protect City infrastructure from polluted stormwater runoff generated from construction activities, (2) to reduce or slow down stormwater entering sewers during wet weather, and (3) to help improve the quality of NYC's waterways. This regulatory structure, the USWR, is required by the City's Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Permit, issued by the State pursuant to the federal Clean Water Act, and also incorporated into the City's commitments to reducing combined sewer overflow (CSO). The City's stormwater regulations allow new developments to be built while ensuring the City's compliance with our permit obligations and reducing the flow into our sewer system during larger storm events.

The Stormwater Construction and Maintenance Permitting Unit in BEPA reviews Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plans in support of Unified Stormwater Rule compliance, issues Stormwater Construction Permits, and sees sites through the Notice of Termination and Maintenance Permit closeout process. The unit also tracks permitting metrics, identifies opportunities for process improvements, engages with developers, engineering and architectural industry representatives and other agencies implementing capital projects subject to compliance, and tracks compliance with water quality objectives under CSO and MS4 mandates. Improving permitting review timelines, while also ensuring compliance with stormwater regulations, is a high priority for DEP.

DEP is seeking two Construction Project Managers 2 for the Stormwater Permitting unit at our headquarters in Queens, NY. Under direction, the Construction Project Manager will be responsible for 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. Adequately inspecting sites requires a working knowledge of hydrology, hydraulics, and practices designed to prevent pollution of stormwater runoff. Additional knowledge related to soils is helpful.

CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER - 34202

Tasks include:

• Review of site civil drawings for compliance with City rules and the Construction General Permit.
• Clear understanding of stormwater management systems during and after construction. Understands hydrology, hydraulics and implementation of codes.
• Site inspection for compliance with approved plans during construction, under Stormwater Construction Permit.
• Site inspection for compliance with post construction requirements of a Stormwater Maintenance Permit.
• Checks as-built plans submitted by applicants to show conformance with rules.
• Participates in field survey operations by acting as instrument person, rodman, chainman or, when necessary, as chief of party on routine surveys to determine if stormwater management practices are constructed in accordance with approved plans.
• Prepares associated reports and correspondence and maintains records; performs related work.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

1. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and five years of full-time satisfactory experience managing and/or inspecting one or more construction projects which must have a total cost of at least $300,000 for each of the five years of the required experience; or
2. One year of the experience as described in 1 above and a baccalaureate degree 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), in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, architectural technology, landscape architecture, construction, construction technology, or construction management; or
3. One year of the experience as described in 1 above and a valid license as a professional engineer, registered architect, or registered landscape architect, issued by a board of examining engineers, architects, or landscape architects duly established and qualified pursuant to the laws of any state or territory of the United States; or
4. A four‑year high school diploma or its educational equivalent approved by a State's Department of Education or a recognized accrediting organization, and a combination of at least two years of experience as described in 1 above and the education as described in 2 above to equal a total of five years of education and experience. Matriculation in an undergraduate college degree program as described in 2 above may be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits for one year of satisfactory full-time experience up to a maximum of three years of experience.
5. For Assignment to Level II, In addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements above, candidates must have one additional year of satisfactory full-time experience working in Assignment Level I; or one additional year of satisfactory full-time experience as described in 1 above.
6. For Assignment to Level III, in addition to meeting the Qualification Requirements for Construction Project Manager, candidates must have two additional years of satisfactory full-time experience working in Construction Project Manager Assignment Level I and II; or two additional years of satisfactory full-time experience as described in 1 above and possess a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York which must be maintained for the duration of employment noting that if you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified.

Note: Candidates must specify for each construction project they worked on: a description of the construction project, the time period they worked on the construction project, and the type of work they performed. Candidates must also specify the money allotted for the project.

Driver License Requirement: At the time of appointment to this position, you must have a motor vehicle driver license valid in the State of New York. If you have moving violations, license suspension or an accident record, you may be disqualified. This license must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Preferred Skills

• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks under strict deadlines.
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Good understanding of hydrology and hydraulics.

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.