Stormwater Civil Engineer: Permitting & Field Lead

DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Department of Environmental Protection invites applications for a Civil Engineer position within BEPA, focusing on stormwater construction and maintenance permitting. You will review plans, supervise inspection teams, and ensure compliance with MS4 requirements.

The role requires a NYS PE license, four years of civil engineering experience, and the possibility of a master’s degree substituting for one year of experience. NYC residency not required.

Qualifications

• Four years of full-time civil engineering experience.
• Current New York State Professional Engineer license must be maintained.
• Masters degree in civil engineering may substitute for one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Review stormwater pollution prevention plans and oversee field inspection staff for compliance.
• Inspect construction sites and verify conformance with plans and regulations.
• Review maps, plans, drawings and specifications for permits and construction.
• Prepare reports and correspondence and maintain records.

Skills

Prioritize tasks

Strong communication

Read construction drawings

Hydrology & hydraulics

Hydrology software (TR55/HEC/HydroCAD)

Education

NYS Professional Engineer license

Master's degree substitution for 1 year experience

Tools

TR55

HEC

Hydro CAD

Job description

NYC Department of Environmental Protection invites applications for a Civil Engineer position within BEPA, focusing on stormwater construction and maintenance permitting. You will review plans, supervise inspection teams, and ensure compliance with MS4 requirements.

The role requires a NYS PE license, four years of civil engineering experience, and the possibility of a master’s degree substituting for one year of experience. NYC residency not required.