Project Manager Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy

Position Summary

The Project Manager of Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy will play a crucial role in addressing both stormwater pollution prevention and flood risk management through the City of Philadelphias Clean Waters Task Force (CWTF) and Flood Risk Management Task Force (FRMTF). Reporting to the Program Manager of Flood Resilience and Compliance Strategy this position will serve as the lead of the CWTF and play a supporting role in the FRMTF.

The primary objective of this role is to work collaboratively with several City departments to lead the implementation of the CWTF Strategic Plan and guide the development of internal and external resources that institutionalize the commitment to stormwater best management practices at Cityowned facilities.  Responsibilities will include project design implementation reporting and interagency coordination. This position will foster collaboration increase awareness and promote actions to support the City of Philadelphias compliance with Clean Water Act requirements through a strategic and coordinated approach.

Given that flooding is Philadelphias leading natural hazard and is expected to become more prevalent in the future the Project Manager will also play a supporting role in advancing a comprehensive approach to flood risk management and flood impact mitigation. Both objectives will require the identification of resources and funding opportunities close coordination with internal partners and updating and enhancing resources plans and policies. Specifically coordination and facilitation of MS4 permit requirements will involve consistent coordination with the Philadelphia Water Department which manages the Citys MS4 permit.

By fulfilling this role the Project Manager will contribute to achieving the sustainability goals outlined in the Citys CWTF Directive and Strategic Plan FRMTF Strategic Plan and Climate Resilience Plan.

Essential Functions

Collaborate with internal and external partners to identify develop and implement climate risk mitigation and stormwater management projects and programs.

Facilitate meetings with partners to coordinate and provide updates on initiatives of the Clean Waters Task Force.

Work with Office of Sustainability stafftoensure the effectiveness of new initiatives and alignment with ongoing initiatives.

Conduct site visits to ensure compliance with stormwater management and flood resilience best practices.

Conduct an engaging training program and develop educational materials for City employees and contractors to sustain the capital investments at City facilities.

Report on project milestones and prepare deliverables.

Support applications to federal state and philanthropic grant opportunities.

Oversee compliance audits at priority facilities with the assistance of consultants.

Advise partners on current flood resiliency standards and practices.

Work with consultants on the design and implementation of facility upgrades focused on improving stormwater management and compliance with MS4 permit requirements.

Additional duties as assigned.

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Required Knowledge

Knowledge of project design implementation and reporting.

Preferred Knowledge

Knowledge of Clean Water Act requirements stormwater pollution prevention and MS4 permit compliance.

Understanding of contract management.

Knowledge of flood mitigation stormwater management environmental permitting and emergency management.

Understanding of engagement strategies for diverse stakeholders including City departments contractors and external partners.

Required Skills

Strong ability to develop implement and manage projects.

Coordinating multiple initiatives and meeting project deadlines.

Experience utilizing Microsoft Suite of tools.

Fostering collaboration and maintaining strong relationships across multiple stakeholders.

Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Skills

Skilled in facilitating large meetings (25 attendees) and guiding discussions with internal and external partners.

Proficiency in ESRI ArcGIS Software (ArcGIS Pro) and the ESRI suite of online tools (e.g. ArcGIS Online Survey123 Field Maps).

Experience in conducting compliance audits.

Experience with contract management.

Experience supporting applications to federal state and philanthropic grants.

Experience developing educational materials and conducting training programs.

Required Abilities

Ability to lead and manage the Clean Waters Task Force and contribute to the Flood Risk Management Task Force.

Ability to interpret and apply environmental policies standards and compliance requirements.

Ability to articulate environmental burdens and effectively convey equitable solutions to diverse audiences.

Ability to align projects with established strategic action plans.

Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Ability to work across different City departments and with external partners to ensure program effectiveness.

Ability to conduct site visits and resilience audits including climbing ladders entering equipment rooms and traversing rooftops.

Must possess a valid drivers license and be capable of operating City or carshare vehicles safely for site visits and fieldwork.

Qualifications :

Bachelors degree in environmental science urban planning civil or environment engineering sustainability or a closely related field or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certified Floodplain Manager (CFM) credential preferred.

LEED Green Associate certification preferred.

At least two years of experience in stormwater management flood mitigation environmental compliance stakeholder engagement or project management.

We value diverse experiences and are open to flexible qualifications. If you are passionate about this role and meet some of the key criteria we encourage you to apply.

Additional Information :

TO APPLY :   Interested candidates must submit a cover letter and resume.

Salary Range : $75000

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Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Salary : $75,000