Accountable Manager

City of New York•Bronx, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

The NYC Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is seeking an Electrical Engineer Level 1 to serve as an Accountable Manager (AM) for the Water System Capital Program (WSCP) within the Bureau of Engineering Design & Construction (BEDC). BEDC manages a significant capital program focused on upgrading and maintaining the Bureau of Water Supply's critical infrastructure, including reservoirs, dams, wastewater treatment plants, and other facilities across New York City and its watershed. The Accountable Manager will report to a Deputy Portfolio Manager and oversee water and wastewater system projects, ensuring project goals and milestones are met, managing consultant contracts, and providing day-to-day guidance to subordinates. This role requires a hands-on project manager capable of managing project delivery from conception to completion, coordinating with various agencies and stakeholders, mitigating risks, and monitoring key performance indicators. The position is open to permanent Civil Service Electrical Engineers only.

Requirements

Must be a permanent Civil Service Electrical Engineer.
Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in electrical engineering work.
A valid New York State Professional Engineer’s License.
Current New York State registration as a Professional Engineer must be maintained for the duration of your employment.

Nice To Haves

Project Management of large capital contracts
Critical thinking and effective independent data analysis
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Understanding of codes and standards
Possession of a valid NYS driver’s license may be required for this job assignment
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word, Excel) and Microsoft Project

Responsibilities

Responsible for the achievement of project goals and milestones, ensuring that all prepared schedules, reports, and work products conform to the scope of work.
Undertake the preparation, negotiation, and processing of appropriate modifications to Consultant Contract scope, cost, and schedule for successful project completion.
Provide day-to-day guidance and oversight of subordinates’ work assignments, motivate current employees, approve time and leave, evaluate staff members and determine staffing requirements for implementation of the program.
Ensure that environmental health & safety is incorporated throughout the project lifecycle.
Focus on client service to the operating Bureaus.
Responsible for the implementation of all project delivery procedures and coordination with all Bureau support divisions, such as the Project Controls Group (Schedule & Cost), Permit Resource Division, Sustainability, Contracts Support, etc.
Manage the quality of the project delivery throughout the project lifecycle.
Manage the staff efficiently and effectively to ensure adequate staffing of projects and opportunities for professional growth.
Responsible for continuous monitoring of key performance indicators with respect to scope, schedule, budget, and other project performance metrics.
Focus on resolutions of issues and risk mitigation to keep the project moving.