Head of Programme Management

In order to be considered for this position candidate must be serving permanently in the title of City Planner, or be reachable on the open-competitive list Exam# 5045 for City Planner.
The Parking Management, Facilities, and Capital Projects Unit manages the City's municipal parking infrastructure, including multi-level parking garages and municipal parking fields. The Unit is responsible for facility operations, capital improvements, contract administration, infrastructure inspections, and sustainability initiatives, including the planning, installation, operation, and expansion of EV charging infrastructure.
The unit is seeking an EV Program Manager to lead and coordinate the development, implementation, operation, and expansion of EV charging infrastructure within municipal parking facilities and to support broader sustainability initiatives.
The successful candidate will work under supervision and with wide latitude for independent judgment. The position requires a combination of program management, project coordination, contract administration, data analysis, field assessment, stakeholder coordination, and technical oversight.
Manage the City's EV charging program at municipal parking garages and parking fields, including Level 2 and DC Fast Charging infrastructure.
Conduct site assessments and coordinate with engineering, facilities, parking operations, Con Edison, and other stakeholders on proposed installations.
Manage and monitor EV-related contracts, including network services, maintenance, equipment procurement, and installation contracts.
Monitor charger performance, availability, utilization, revenue, outages, and maintenance issues and coordinate corrective actions with vendors.
Collect and analyze EV charging and operational data and prepare reports, dashboards, presentations, and recommendations for management.
Review technical proposals, engineering drawings, specifications, construction documents, and equipment submittals.
Coordinate EV infrastructure projects from planning and procurement through installation, commissioning, and ongoing operations.
Maintain EV equipment inventories, warranties, service records, and project documentation.
Coordinate with cybersecurity, finance, procurement, legal, and other internal units regarding EV charging operations, payment systems, and contract requirements.
Support sustainability initiatives, including solar PV, energy efficiency, green infrastructure, and other clean-energy projects.
Coordinate with elected officials, community stakeholders, City and State agencies, utilities, vendors, and other external partners.
Conduct field inspections and respond to operational and technical issues affecting EV charging facilities.
Hours/Shift: 35 Hrs. / This position may be eligible for remote work up to 2 days per week, pursuant to the Remote Work Pilot Program agreed to between the City and DC37
A master's degree from an accredited college or university in city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation engineering, public administration, economic development or a related field; A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and one year of satisfactory full-time experience in city planning such as in the review and development of housing, transportation, environmental, and city-owned land planning projects; Graduate education in city planning, urban planning, urban design, architecture, landscape architecture, transportation engineering, public administration, economic development or related fields may be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 graduate semester credits from an accredited college or university for one year of experience. Strong project management skills.
Experience with EV charging infrastructure, transportation planning, sustainability, engineering, construction, or facility operations.
Strong data analysis and ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.
Experience managing contracts, vendors, consultants, or contractors.
Ability to review engineering drawings, technical specifications, and construction documents.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
Experience with GIS/ArcGIS and AutoCAD.
Knowledge of electrical systems, EV charging technology, or renewable energy is desirable.
Experience coordinating with utilities, government agencies, community stakeholders, and contractors is highly desirable.
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for 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. Department of Education's website at
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