Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 03/06/23
Applications Due: 04/06/23
Vacancy ID: 125634
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyCanal Corporation
TitleProfessional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) - Design Bureau (2 Positions)
Occupational CategoryI.T. Engineering, Sciences
Salary Grade24
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $81911 to $110560 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Competitive Class
Travel Percentage 10%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 9 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? No
Location
County Erie
Street Address 4950 Genesee St
City Cheektowaga
StateNY
Zip Code14225
Job Specifics
Minimum Qualifications Permanent appointment: Candidates must be reachable for appointment on the Civil Service eligible list for Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) or candidates must have one year of permanent competitive service in a title eligible for transfer under the provisions of Section 70.1 of the Civil Service Law.
Duties Description Under the direction of the Director of the Design Bureau, the incumbent of the positions perform planning, scoping, scheduling, field investigation, design calculations, detailing development, plan review, contract development, consultant management and construction support for a portfolio of infrastructure project types that exist as part of the canal system of locks, bridges (static and movable), water impounding embankments, reservoirs, buildings, roads, retaining walls, water control structures, breakwaters, guide structures, culverts, multiuse trails, and other civil infrastructure assets. Duties are as follows:
• Manage the scoping and design phases of multiple active capital infrastructure rehabilitation and/or replacement projects included within the approved Capital Program Budget, as well as multiple consultant design assignments related to these projects.
• Project planning including scheduling, cost control, environmental impact assessment and any effect on historic preservation.
• Ensure consultant design work is completed in compliance with the Canal Corporation’s policies and needs as well as the regulations of Federal or State agencies (e.g., USACE, NYSDEC, NYS SHPO, NYSDOT) that may apply to Canal projects.
• Review and approve all types of project investigative reports documenting existing conditions and proposed repair, rehabilitation & replacement solutions.
• Review proposed construction drawings, specifications and cost estimates prepared by design consultants.
• For each construction project to be let, prepare a bid package for advertisement; assist Canals/NYPA Procurement during the bidding phase, review bids, prepare bid analysis and award recommendation memos.
• Provide engineering support during construction of capital projects and assist in the resolution of issues related to project designs.
• Complete field work as necessary for project management and to assist canal maintenance as needed.
• Provide engineering support to the operations and maintenance staff as needed for other canal projects.
• Prepare reports, memos, plans and details to support the various projects in the Capital Program Budget for submission to management.
• Develop and complete the execution of agreements and permits necessary for the progression of construction projects such as highway permits, access agreements, utility agreements, funding agreements and maintenance agreements, etc.
• Partner with other functional areas to recommend and develop improvements to organizational policies and procedures.
• Perform a variety of other general engineering related duties as assigned, including the supervision of lower-level engineering staff.
Additional Comments The Canal Corporation is seeking to fill two Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) positions for the Design Bureau. these positions may be filled in Albany, Syracuse, or Buffalo.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
Contact Information
Name Recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Telephone 518-449-6003
Fax
Email Address Recruitment@canals.ny.gov
Address
Street 30 South Pearl Street
City Albany
State NY
Zip Code 12207
Notes on Applying**E-MAIL SUBMISSION PREFERRED**
Interested candidates who meet the minimum qualifications for the position should send a cover letter and resume by the application deadline to recruitment@canals.ny.gov. Please include the position title, Professional Engineer 1 (Civil/Transportation) - Design Bureau (2 Positions), in the subject line of your email to ensure receipt of your application.
The New York State Canal Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer.
New York State Human Rights Law prohibits discrimination based on age, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex, disability, marital status, gender identity, prior arrests, prior conviction records, predisposing genetic characteristics or domestic violence victim status.
The New York State Canal Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify accessibility@canals.ny.gov.
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