BOB-WIM Program Manager

City of New York•New York City, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director of Design-Build & Emergency Contracts, the WIM Program Manager is responsible for the management and administration of the expanded direct enforcement of weight limits using WIM System within the Design-Build and Emergency Contracts Unit.

Requirements

Four (4) years of full-time, satisfactory experience in civil 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
A masters degree in civil engineering 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) may be substituted for one year of the civil engineering experience required in “1" above
Individuals must have at least one year within the last three years of experience as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the disciplines needed to design or construct the project.

Nice To Haves

Skill in communicating verbally and dealing effectively with city agencies, contractors, consultants, utilities, and individuals representing these agencies or organizations
Ability to write clear and effective reports, letters, memos, and correspondence
Familiarity and experience working with WIM systems
Skill in analyzing data, prepare reports, and develop recommendations
Ability to supervise a staff of engineers and vendors in the planning, organizing, coordination during both construction and operations

Responsibilities

Develops the plan for roll out of WIM systems across the additional sites approved by the legislation for direct enforcement in 2025
Determines the types of contracts necessary to support the expanded WIM program and develops the related procurement documents with support from technical experts within the Department
Monitors and evaluates the performance of private consultants and contractors procured for the WIM program
Ensure resolution of conflicts with contractors arising from field conditions
Participates in negotiations with contractors to resolve scheduling conflicts and delays caused by unanticipated conditions to establish additional compensation, when warranted
Manages the process of post-negotiation requests for changes and extra work orders including final contract payments, cost deductions, and time extensions
Manages contract performance and the timely processing of payments to ensure compliance with DOT policy
Conducts personal inspection of field conditions and personally checks on the progress of projects as the need arises
Assures that all work undertaken is in accordance with Agency, City, State, and Federal guidelines and requirements
Performs additional significant administrative and engineering functions as determined by the Executive Director of Design-Build and Emergency Contracts