Director Construction (Signals & Train Controls)
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Director Construction (Signals & Train Controls)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)

Job Location : New York,NY, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-06T01:15:33Z

Job Description :

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Date Posted: Mar 10, 2025

Description

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: Director, Construction

AGENCY: Construction & Development

REPORTS TO: Senior Director, Construction

WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/DAY)

COMPENSATION: $125,983 to $163,930

SUMMARY:

The Director of Construction has the authority to establish and audit construction delivery standards for all engineering and architectural disciplines in C&D Delivery. The Director manages all architectural and engineering construction processes within a Delivery Business Unit to conform to professional industry and MTA C&D standards. This position fosters the development of constructability skills and innovation in project management practices to improve capital projects' quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery. Responsible for the project's construction phase through completion and handover to the operating owner. Responsible for construction quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Oversees review team.
  • Fosters a culture of innovation and change in construction delivery methods, technologies, and strategy.
  • Provides the delivery service office with lessons learned and strategies to streamline constructability reviews and creates training opportunities across integrated project teams.
  • Establishes, monitors, and audits the Design-Builder's construction activities for compliance with the Contract requirements, Design-Builder's Quality Control Plan, and Safety Plan.
  • Accountable for holding agency reviewers accountable for constructability review duration commitments.

    • EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
  • Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience.
  • Must have a minimum of at least five (5) years in the management of construction projects or supervisory roles in a large, multi-faceted organization.
  • Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.
  • PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all organizational levels.
  • Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
  • Must have focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
  • Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.
  • Must possess excellent team building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.
  • Proficient computer skills (i.e., Windows environment, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) and strong business administrative skills (i.e., presentations, report and letter writing, time management, etc.).

    • OTHER INFORMATION:

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

    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. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

    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.

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