Energy Project Manager - NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP) : Job Details

Energy Project Manager

NYC Department of Environmental Protection (NYC DEP)

Job Location : New York,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-07-26T01:28:37Z

Job Description :

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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 stormwater, 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 includes 19 reservoirs and 3 controlled lakes across a 2,000 square mile watershed extending 125 miles north and west of the City.

The Office of Energy and Resource Recovery Programs (Energy Office) is responsible for guiding DEP towards its energy and carbon neutrality goals, maximizing resource recovery, and providing energy and performance tracking, program assessment, scientific research, emergency planning, and internal auditing services to DEP's bureaus.

The Energy Office seeks to hire an Energy Project Manager who will report to the Deputy Director of Energy Projects. The role involves ensuring that priority projects progress on schedule and meet scope and savings goals, supporting analysis for energy savings and GHG reductions, and participating in design meetings to advocate for energy-saving measures. Responsibilities include monitoring project progress from initiation to completion, designing and implementing Measurement and Verification (M&V) plans, and preparing documentation for project delivery.

Minimum Qualifications
  • A baccalaureate degree in architecture, biology, building science, chemistry, construction management, energy management, engineering, environmental science, facilities management, physics, or a related field; or
  • Completion of a two-year apprentice program in a construction trade emphasizing energy efficiency, plus two years of relevant full-time experience; or
  • Four years of relevant full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work; or
  • Equivalent education and/or experience, with experience credited for undergraduate credits or a master's degree as specified.
Special Notes
  • For placement in Assignment Level II, candidates must have either a first professional degree in architecture, a master's in building science, energy management, or engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • For higher levels, additional experience, licensing (e.g., Professional Engineer or Registered Architect), or supervisory experience is required.
License Requirement

A valid New York State Motor Vehicle Driver License may be required for some assignments.

Preferred Skills
  • Strong knowledge of Excel, data analysis, and reporting; familiarity with Visual Basic or other data systems; knowledge of NYC/NYS energy policy; proficiency in Microsoft Access, Word, PowerPoint; excellent communication skills; business process analysis; time management; interpersonal skills.

This position is open to qualified persons with a disability eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate this at the top of your resume and cover letter.

Additional benefits include potential eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness programs and a residency requirement within New York City, with exceptions for certain city employees.

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