The Sustainability Programs Team is seeking to hire a Project Manager to support multiple programs within the Sustainability Programs Team, such as ACCESSolar, EV charging, and other programs that arise. The Project Manager is expected to come in as a core member of the Sustainability Programs Team and is expected to work flexibly across multiple programs. Ideal candidates will have experience with specific content areas, such as working in a New York City government agency or authority, working on delivering construction projects, or working in sustainability teams looking to improve the resiliency and decarbonization of infrastructure. Key day-to-day responsibilities include: -Develop and implement sustainability projects to meet Sustainability Agenda Goals, including managing design and construction. -Perform commissioning and measurement and verification of energy generation or conservation projects. -Serve as a technical subject matter expert, including preparing technical training resources related to developed programs. -Supervise and train consultants as needed. -Assist in planning, design, procurement, construction, and close-out; monitor project status to ensure compliance with schedules and contract deliverables. -Analyze and resolve project issues; conduct meetings with internal and external stakeholders and Tenant Association representatives to resolve issues as necessary. -Ensure that comprehensive project files are maintained consistent with HUD requirements; assist in the audit of contracts by HUD or other stakeholders. -Assist the Deputy Director with key delivery items such as constructability reviews, submissions, subcontractor approval, processing payments, RFI response, delay analysis and schedule control. -Visit field sites regularly to assist in program meetings, resolving design and/or construction issues as required. -Assist in obtaining all required external approvals, such as the Certificate to Proceed, Advice of Award, etc. to ensure proper funding is in place; follow-up on funding approvals, Energy Performance Contracts and/or City funded projects. -At the discretion of the Deputy Director, may be expected to manage capital projects of routine to moderate complexity. The Project Manager reports to the Deputy Director of Sustainability Programs. Key Competencies -Sustainability Subject Matter & Program Management Expertise: Deep understanding of sustainable practices, energy efficiency, building science, decarbonization, renewable energy technologies, waste reduction, and environmental policies. Strong program and project management skills, including the ability to guide and oversee multiple complex programs simultaneously, and support teams to effectively mitigate risks, apply best practice project controls, and manage to results. -Exemplary Communication Skills & Collaborative Approach: Excellent interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders across diverse backgrounds. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences. -Analytical Problem-solver: A structured thinker and problem-solver, able to design and execute analysis to support decision-making and operational planning and execution, while effectively juggling diverse responsibilities and multiple, competing priorities. Demonstrated record of supporting complex organizational initiatives with a focus on rigorous and practical use of data and analysis, project management, stakeholder coordination, cross-functional teaming, process streamlining, and resource optimization. Experience with business process improvement, operations or management consulting will be an added benefit, particularly as it pertains to strengthening evidence-based management practices. NOTE: The Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) administered a civil service exam for the Energy Conservation Specialist title on 06/03/26. Therefore, applicants (candidates) that did not take and pass the exam will potentially not be considered; likewise, applicants not reachable on the established civil service list will potentially be in jeopardy of being replaced with an eligible civil service candidate. NOTE: IF THIS APPOINTMENT IS MADE ON A PROVISIONAL BASIS PURSUANT TO 65 OF THE NYS CIVIL SERVICE LAW, NO TENURE OR PERMANENCE ACCRUES TO AN INCUMBENT IN THIS POSITION BY VIRTUE OF SUCH APPOINTMENT. NOTE: This position is open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please click on the link below: https://bit.ly/55aProgram Additional Information 1.NYCHA employees applying for transfer, promotional, title or level change opportunities must have served a period of one year at current location and in current title and level (if applicable). 2.NYCHA residents are encouraged to apply. 3.NYCHA provides benefits that include a choice of medical coverage plans, deferred compensation plans and a defined pension benefit plan as a member of the New York City Employees' Retirement System (NYCERS). Please read this posting carefully to make certain you meet the minimum qualification requirements before applying to this position. ENERGY CONSERVATION SPECIALIST - 22430 Qualifications 1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in architecture or architectural technology; biology; building science; chemistry; construction management; energy management; engineering, engineering technology; environmental science; facilities management; physics; or a related field; or 2. Completion of an apprentice program, a minimum of two (2) years in length, in a construction trade with an emphasis on energy efficiency for buildings and two (2) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 3. Four (4) years of satisfactory, full-time experience in energy generation or conservation work such as planning, developing, implementing, inspecting, analyzing, testing, and verifying interventions to generate clean energy or reduce energy usage; or 4. Education and/or experience equivalent to "1," "2," or "3" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for every 30 semester credits of undergraduate education in any of the fields described in "1" above. One (1) year of acceptable experience will be credited for a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above. Special Note To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level II, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have either: a) A Bachelor of Architecture degree that is the first professional degree in architecture from an accredited college; or b) A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and a master's degree in building science, energy management, or engineering from an accredited college or university; or c) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, a master's degree in any of the fields described in "1" above. d) After meeting the minimum qualification requirements, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "4" above; or To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level III, candidates other than Professional Engineers or Registered Architects must have, after meeting the requirements for Assignment Level II, one (1) additional year of experience as described in "3" above. To be eligible for placement in Assignment Level IV, candidates must have either: a) A license as a Professional Engineer or Registered Architect issued pursuant to the New York State Education Law and at least one year of experience as described in "3" above as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above; or b) In addition to meeting the requirements for Assignment Level III, one (1) additional year of experience in a supervisory capacity, or as a major contributor or a project leader on a complex project requiring additional and specific expertise in the necessary disciplines as described in "1" above. License Requirement A Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required for certain assignments. This license must be maintained for the duration of the assignment. Incumbents may be required to update existing and/or obtain additional professional industry-standard certification(s) and licenses.