Senior Director Project Management

MTA Senior Director Project Management

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Stations

Date Posted: Oct 24, 2024

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Job Title: Senior Director Project Management

Agency: Construction & Development

Department/Division: Delivery/Stations

Work Location: 2 Broadway

Hours of Work: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM or as required (7.5HR/DAY)

Salary Range: $136,872 to $179,645

Deadline:

The Senior Director of Project Management is responsible for managing capital project delivery within a business unit in the MTA Construction and Development (C&D) Delivery Department. This position ensures project delivery is safe, efficient, on schedule, within budget, and compliant with project documents, contractual requirements, and relevant policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

The Senior Director monitors project status, mitigates risk, resolves project issues, and provides recommendations to senior management for critical issue resolution. This position coordinates project delivery with C&D and operating agency personnel and manages staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces to execute capital projects safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities

1. Manage and mentor staff to deliver complex capital projects.
2. Coordinate project activities through project close-out.
3. Monitor project performance against established baselines and pursue opportunities for improvement.
4. Identify project issues and risks, ensuring timely resolution and mitigation.
5. Recommend solutions to senior management for critical issues.
6. Minimize the impact of project activities on agency operations and the public.
7. Coordinate activities with the project team, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders.
8. Ensure necessary actions, approvals, and resources are in place to support project delivery.
9. Ensure compliance with established requirements, standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
10. Integrate safety and quality into project operations, managing project plans and documentation.
11. Manage progress against project scope, schedule, and budget.
12. Work collaboratively with Development and Contracts throughout the project lifecycle.
13. Review and approve contract invoices and ensure accurate expenditure charging.
14. Manage comprehensive project document control and retention.
15. Prepare reports, presentations, research, and studies.
16. Manage project reporting and coordination of audit/inquiry responses.
17. Oversee staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, and discipline.
18. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences.

Education and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
2. Minimum of twelve (12) years of related experience.
3. At least eight (8) years in managing construction programs/projects or supervisory roles in a large, multi-faceted organization.
4. Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.
5. PMP and CCM Certifications preferred.
6. Significant experience in project management for major construction projects with complex systems preferred.
7. Proven ability to collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders and drive outcomes.
8. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
9. Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively.
10. Ability to work effectively in a high-profile, high-pressure environment.
11. Focus on delivering results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
12. Proven leadership as a change agent and innovative thinker.
13. Excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees in policymaking positions must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government.

Selection Criteria

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.