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Assistant Project Manager (Stations)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York, NY, United States


Position at MTA Construction & Development
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.

Key Details
Agency:

Construction & Development

Department/Division:

Delivery/ Stations

Reports To:

Project Manager

Work Location:

2 Broadway

Hours of Work:

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

Job Family:

CON

Grade:

002

Salary Range:

$84,893 to $106,117

Summary
The Assistant Project Manager manages capital project delivery within the Stations business unit in the MTA Construction Development (C&D) Delivery Department. This position is part of the project management team responsible for ensuring that project delivery is safe, efficient, on schedule, within budget, and according to project documents, contractual requirements, and relevant policies, procedures, standards, and guidelines.

The Assistant Project Manager monitors project status and identifies project risks and issues. This position assists the Project Manager with management, coordination, field oversight, and inspection of capital projects. This position coordinates daily project delivery activities with C&D staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces to support the safe and efficient execution of capital projects.

Responsibilities

Successfully managing and mentoring staff to deliver complex capital projects.

Coordinating project activities through project close-out.

Monitoring project performance against established baselines and pursuing opportunities for improved performance.

Identifying project issues and risks and ensuring timely resolution and mitigation.

Recommending solutions to senior management for the resolution of critical issues.

Managing project activities to minimize the impact on agency operations and the public.

Coordinating project activities with the project team, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders.

Coordinating with MTA operating agency staff to ensure necessary actions, approvals, and resources are in place to support project delivery.

Ensuring project activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ensuring that safety and quality are an integral part of project operations.

Managing the preparation and monitoring of project plans, quality plans, and work plans.

Coordinating with Safety and Quality Management staff.

Managing project documentation to ensure quality, completeness, and accuracy.

Managing and monitoring progress against project scope, schedule, and budget.

Working collaboratively with Development and Contracts throughout the project life‑cycle, including developing project scope, requirements, design criteria, and procurement packages, evaluating bids/proposals, negotiating change orders, and timely completing the contractor/consultant evaluation process.

Reviewing and approving contract invoices and other project charges based on established procedures.

Ensuring that expenditures are correctly charged.

Managing comprehensive project document control and retention.

Managing the preparation of reports, presentations, research, and studies.

Managing the presentation of project reporting and coordination of audit/inquiry responses for MTA and external oversight bodies.

Managing staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, and discipline/termination as needed.

Creating a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

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 (3) years of related experience.

A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) / Engineer‑In‑Training (EIT) certificate is desirable.

A licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) is desirable.

PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.

Excellent communication and interpersonal 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 the 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 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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