Senior Project Manager (Environmental)

NYC Department of Housing Preservation & Development; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Environmental) to lead environmental projects and ensure compliance with regulations. This role involves managing consultants, conducting field visits, and performing scientific research and analysis to support environmental assessments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in environmental sciences, excellent communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks. Join a diverse and inclusive workforce dedicated to making a positive impact in New York City’s environmental landscape. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to significant projects while working in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Master's or Doctorate in relevant science required.
• Minimum two years of experience in environmental research or supervision.

Responsibilities

• Manage environmental consultants and ensure project compliance.
• Conduct field visits and manage complex environmental reviews.

Skills

Environmental field inspection

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Research experience

Education

Doctorate in physical, biological, environmental or social science

Master's degree in physical, biological, environmental or social science

Tools

OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper

Job description

The NYC Department of Design and Construction, Division of Safety & Site Support, seeks a Senior Project Manager (Environmental). Under direction of the Section Chief, with wide latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative, the selected candidate will be responsible for managing the work product of environmental consultants and Project Managers for technical accuracy, completeness, timeliness, and cost-effectiveness. The Senior Environmental Project Manager will review capital project design documents, Phase I environmental site assessments, Phase II environmental subsurface investigation reports, Environmental Assessment/Impact Statements, wetland permit applications, dewatering permit applications, Health and Safety Plan (HASP), Field Sampling Plan (FSP), Material Handling Plan (MHP), and Remedial Action Plans (RAP). The selected candidate will conduct field visits, manage complex environmental reviews and planning projects, perform scientific and applied research and analysis in environmental science as part of conducting impact analyses, and facilitate the development of remedial action plans as mitigation measures to environmental or hazardous material to ensure compliance with Federal, NYS and NYC regulations. In addition, the Senior Environmental Project Manager will review sampling protocols, interpret analytical results, compare data to regulatory standards, write technical reports and standard operating procedures, and conduct presentations on the regulatory requirements for environmental compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

1. For Assignment Level I (only physical, biological and environmental sciences and public health) A master's degree from an accredited college or university with a specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological or environmental science or in public health.
To be appointed to Assignment Level II and above, candidates must have:
1. A doctorate degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and one year of full-time experience in a responsible supervisory, administrative or research capacity in the appropriate field of specialization; or
2. A master's degree from an accredited college or university with specialization in an appropriate field of physical, biological, environmental or social science and three years of responsible full-time research experience in the appropriate field of specialization; or
3. Education and/or experience which is equivalent to "1" or "2" above. However, all candidates must have at least a master's degree in an appropriate field of specialization and at least two years of experience described in "2" above. Two years as a City Research Scientist Level I can be substituted for the experience required in "1" and "2" above.

Preferred Skills

Candidates should possess three years of experience in environmental field inspection in NYC. OSHA 40-hour Hazwoper is a plus knowledge of federal, state, and local environmental regulations, including NYSDEC, NYCDEP, FHWA, CEQR, SEQR, RCRA, OSHA, and NYC DOB. Candidates should have excellent verbal, written, communication and computer skills.

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.