Sustainability Analyst

Energy Vault; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Sustainability Analyst to enhance their sustainability program. This role will involve collaborating with engineers, architects, and community boards to ensure that infrastructure projects meet social, environmental, and economic sustainability objectives. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and a strong background in geology or environmental sciences. Join a dedicated team focused on making a positive impact on New York's environment through innovative practices and regulatory compliance. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to vital projects that shape the future of the city.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in geology or environmental sciences.
• Experience in geological field work and data analysis is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support sustainability program and ensure consistency in design deliverables.
• Work with various stakeholders to advance sustainability goals.

Skills

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Public Speaking

Data Analysis

Geological Material Examination

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Geology

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Sciences

Master's Degree in Geology or Related Field

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Visio

Job description

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 storm water, 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 Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC) currently has a portfolio of capital projects valued at $23.8B, and another $10.5B projected over the next 10-year commitment plan. The projects BEDC implements allows DEP as a whole to continue to operate and maintain an exemplary water supply system.

BEDC’s In-House Design (IHD) Directorate consists of two divisions. The Design Services Division consists of seven engineering sections corresponding to the respective engineering functions they perform. This includes the Architectural, Site Civil, Structural, Process Mechanical/HVAC, Water Tunnel Mechanical Systems, and Electrical sections. Each engineering section prepares design and construction documents including engineering plans and specifications for the construction of water supply, sewer, and wastewater treatment infrastructure, which are of the highest priority for the Agency. In addition, provides design services during construction. The second unit, Engineering Services Division, includes the Quality Assurance, Laboratory Services, BIM/CADD, Standards and Sustainability Sections. This unit focuses on the format of contract documents, standard operating procedures and quality reviews and inspections. Both IHD divisions support DEP operating bureaus’ capital construction requirements in a manner consistent with BEDC’s core values of safety, schedule, quality, and customer service.

The sustainability program ensures sustainable infrastructure investments by monitoring regulatory changes, tracking project key performance indicators and provides support services to Engineering project teams. PlaNYC plan (https://climate.cityofnewyork.us/). PlaNYC has set social, economic, and environmental objectives to ensure the sustainable future of New York, while preparing for climate change and reducing our impacts. Advancing sustainability goals will include a mix of data analysis, conducting workshops and presentations, and coordinating with internal and external entities. In addition, the program facilitates LEED and Envision project certifications. This position requires work with a variety of project stakeholders including engineers, architects, operators, community boards and urban planners where excellent communication and client service skills are required.

BEDC is seeking to hire a Sustainability Analyst to support the sustainability program. Reporting directly to the Sustainability Lead, the Sustainability Analyst will ensure consistency in design deliverables across all capital programs in order to support DEP operating bureaus’ capital construction requirements in a manner consistent with BEDC’s Core values.

The Sustainability Analyst assists the sustainability program which implements City-wide sustainability objectives through the development of Bureau specific standards. BEDC delivers drinking water, wastewater treatment and combined sewer overflow infrastructure projects which must meet sustainable objectives by balancing three core elements: social impacts, environmental impacts and economic impacts. The Sustainability Analyst ensures sustainable infrastructure investments by monitoring regulatory changes, tracking project key performance indicators and also provides support services to Engineering project teams. Advancing sustainability goals will include a mix of data analysis, conducting workshops and presentations, and coordinating with internal and external entities. This position requires work with a variety of project stakeholders including engineers, architects, operators, community boards and urban planners where excellent communication and client service skills are required. This position requires regular field work associated with geological material.

Excellent communication and coordination skills are required as the position works with Intra-Agency groups, other City Agencies, and key program stakeholders. The Sustainability Analyst reports directly to the Sustainability Lead.

PREFERRED SKILLS

- Demonstrates collaborative team approaches. Experience helping foster a positive team environment in which members participate, respect, and cooperate with each other to receive desired results.

- Demonstrated excellent communication, organization, writing, and public speaking skills and ability to meet/manage aggressive deadlines.

- Demonstrated experience in the examination of geological materials in a laboratory and/or field setting.

- Completes designated tasks in a timely and accurate manner.

- Preference may be given to candidates with LEED and/or Envision accreditation.

- Demonstrated ability and enthusiasm for legislative affairs and code enforcement.

- Preference will be given to candidates with computer proficiency including AutoCAD, and Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college with a major in geology, engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field, including or supplemented by 24 semester credits in any of the following areas: rock and soil mechanics; structural geology; soils; sedimentation; petrology; hydrology; hydrogeology; geomorphology; subsurface explorations; mining; engineering; mapping; surveying; site investigations; geologic field work; or closely related areas; and

B. At least one course involving geologic field work or three months of satisfactory, full-time professional geologic field experience obtained during the course of, or after completing, the baccalaureate education.

A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York is required. This license must be maintained throughout the duration of employment.

Special Note:

1. Employees hired as Geologist - Assignment Level I must satisfactorily complete a probationary period of at least 24 months. This probationary period may be extended in accordance with the Personnel Rules and Regulations of the City of New York. Employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period. Upon satisfactory completion of one year of training in beginning level professional work in geology, employees will be assigned to perform the full range of work in geology of moderate difficulty and responsibility appropriate to Assignment Level I and will receive the "after one year in title" salary rate.
2. Employees with one year of satisfactory, post-baccalaureate, full-time professional experience in geology, engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field may be hired directly at the "after one year in title" salary rate, at the discretion of the hiring agency.

Assignment Level II

A. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, individuals must have, after meeting the minimum requirements described in Assignment Level I, at least two years of satisfactory service as a Geologist AL I with the City of New York; or

B. At least three years of satisfactory, full-time professional experience in geology, engineering, earth sciences, environmental sciences, or a closely related field. One year of this experience must include the provision of geologic consultation or the supervision or performance monitoring of persons involved in geologic activity; or

C. A satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience. A masters degree from an accredited college with a major in one of the fields listed in "Assignment Level I - Qualification Requirement A" above may be substituted for two years of the AL II professional experience. A masters degree from an accredited college in management, public administration, business administration, or a closely related field may be substituted for the one year of consultative or supervisory experience described above.

Qualifications Requirements for Tunnel and Shaft Construction Positions:

In addition to meeting the above requirements for Assignment Level I, candidates for Assignment Level I tunnel and shaft construction positions must have six months of full-time professional experience in each of two of the following areas: rock and soil classification; mapping of underground joint sets and faults; or analysis of vibration monitoring to protect existing structures. This experience may be substituted for the experience described in the "Special Note 2" above.

In addition to meeting the requirements for tunnel and shaft construction positions in AL I, candidates for tunnel and shaft construction positions in AL II must have six months of experience in each of three of the following areas: interpretation of geologic data for recommendations of shaft and tunnel support systems; analysis of the engineering behavior of jointed rock in response to tunneling and shaft sinking; writing of specifications for geologic exploration contracts; or preparation of payment estimates for exploratory contract work. This experience may be substituted for up to two years of the non-consultative experience described in "Qualification Requirements for AL II" above.

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.