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Project Reviewer
Project Reviewer
- Agency: DEPT OF ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
- Job type: Full-time
Location
OUTSIDE NYC
- Title Classification: Exam may be required
Department
Arkville Facility
Job Description
The Bureau of Water Supply seeks to hire an Associate Project Manager I within the Regulatory and Engineering Programs within in the Watershed Protection Programs Directorate, located in Arkville, New York. Under general supervision, of the Associate Project Manager III, the Associate Project Manager I will serve as Project Reviewer and will review and approve applications for both wastewater and stormwater related activities pursuant to the Watershed Regulations, prepare technical comments on SEQRA notices, assist with Filtration Avoidance Determination deliverables and tracking of regulatory violations, inspect active construction sites, resolve violations, and work cooperatively with other groups on a variety of Bureau functions. Specific duties include:
- Performing technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for wastewater projects including subsurface sewage treatment systems, sewer systems, sewer connections, sewer extensions and wastewater treatment plants. Performing technical reviews of applications submitted to DEP for stormwater pollution prevention plans. Determining compliance with WRR and related federal, state and local codes based in part on a sufficient grasp of wastewater engineering. Preparing written comments under the attention, direction and appraisal of immediate supervisor. Alerting supervisor of all issues and incidents as they occur in the City’s watershed.
- Performing technical review & inspection of NYC Land Use Permit applications in accordance with good engineering practice in an effort to achieve the Agency’s water quality goals.
- Assisting with the implementation of programs and tasks required under the USEPA Filtration Avoidance Determination by processing contractor payments, compiling technical input, tracking progress, monitoring site conditions, and assisting with the preparation of annual reports.
- Developing initial site data utilizing all available information to determine suitability of proposed projects. Conducting site visits that may be in conjunction with submitted Pre-Applications. Witnessing soils tests to determine the suitability of a site for the placement of wastewater treatment systems and stormwater practices. Preparing comprehensive field reports and communicates results to supervisor, applicant and other reviewing agencies.
- Utilizing the Geographical Information System (GIS) and agency database for project review, incorporating a wide variety of layers including soils, hydrology and topography during review of projects.
- Conducting site inspections to ensure that construction activity is undertaken in compliance with approved plans and all applicable Regulations. Preparing database entries from site visits and field reports that record project progress. Reporting suspected plan inconsistencies, and potential or existing deficiencies to supervisor.
- Assisting in the enforcement and resolution of regulatory violations.
- Meeting with applicants and representatives of state and local government agencies.
(This is a brief description of what you might do in this position and does not include all the duties of this position).
Some of the physical activities performed by Associate Project Managers and environmental conditions experienced are walking to and from inspection sites and during the course of inspections, climbing and descending ladders or stairs to get to areas to be inspected, including exposed heights and confined spaces, standing for extended periods of time, distinguishing colors, bending, stretching, and stooping during inspections, communicating orally, climbing over and around various objects, walking in areas that may be damp, moldy, dark, dusty, smoky, vermin infested, noisy, acrid, or containing fumes, emissions, extreme heat and cold, lead dust, asbestos, or other potentially hazardous material, and working outdoors in all kinds of weather.
Special Working Conditions
Associate Project Managers may be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
- Knowledge of AutoCAD and HydroCAD
- Proficiency with topographic maps and soils maps
- Ability to write and edit reports
- Ability to review and analyze drawings, plans and maps
- Ability to review and analyze engineering reports and other relevant data
- Ability to perform arithmetic calculations
- Ability to communicate well with applicants, engineers, contractors, and coworkers
- Analytical and Technical Ability
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Time Management and Efficiency
- Ability to grasp new concepts, standards, regulations and systems
- Ability to write in a concise, detailed and organized manner
- Ability to assign priorities to tasks
Residency Requirement: New York City residency is not required for this position.
Hours & Shift:
35 Hours per week
May be required to work shifts including nights, Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays.
Work Location:
669 County Road 38
Arkville, NY 12406
Arkville is a hamlet in the Town of Middletown, Delaware County, New York approximately 145 miles northwest of New York City.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of full-time satisfactory experience in supervising employees performing project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, on engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects, or supervising a construction project with a value of $1,000,000 or more, and either: 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
3. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of college or university education and/or experience described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of experience credit will be given for: (a) each 30 semester credits of college or university education leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration; (b) a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the disciplines described in "1" above; (c) a Juris Doctor degree, or (d) a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or Registered Landscape Architect.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
New York City Residency is not required for this position
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.
Minimum Qualifications
One year of full-time satisfactory experience in supervising employees performing project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, on engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects, or supervising a construction project with a value of $1,000,000 or more, and either: 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or
2. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in \"1\" above; or
3. A four year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of college or university education and/or experience described in \"1\" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of experience credit will be given for: (a) each 30 semester credits of college or university education leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration; (b) a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the disciplines described in \"1\" above; (c) a Juris Doctor degree, or (d) a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or Registered Landscape Architect.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
New York City Residency is not required for this position
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.
Job ID
616525
Title code
22427
Civil service title
ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Project Reviewer
Posted until
2024-02-11
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Number of positions
1
Work location
669 County Road 38
- Category: Engineering, Architecture, & Planning
Salary : $74,041