Position at MTA Construction & Development
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JOB TITLE:
Assistant Vice President, Project Controls Executive
AGENCY:
Construction & Development
DEPT/DIV:
Delivery\LIRR
REPORTS TO:
Vice President, Program Executive
WORK LOCATION:
Jamaica Station, New York
HOURS OF WORK:
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY)
HAY POINTS:
1142
COMPENSATION:
$148,045 to $$193,562
DEADLINE:
Open Until Filled
Summary
Assistant Vice President Project Controls Executive has broad authority for the decision-making, staffing, and budget for their functional area of responsibility. The incumbent has decision-making authority over their functional area of responsibility within broadly defined policies and objectives, including wide latitude in considering the development of plans, priorities, and processes to achieve goals. The Assistant Vice President of Project Controls Executive makes policy and procedural changes for their functional area of responsibility and is responsible for the overall strategy and approach made in consultation with the Vice President of Project Controls Executive.
Experienced program controls manager responsible for all aspects of program control activities (cost estimating, cost control, scheduling, and risk management) for a mega-project or Business Unit.
Responsibilities
Responsible for program control activities for the entire lifecycle of the project (planning phase through handover to operating owner). Supports Project Executives and project teams.
Develops/reviews estimates and schedules impacts with change orders, claims, time extension requests, and disputes.
Evaluates actual project performance, risk identification/mitigation, and recovery plans. Recommends course changes when escalated items require changes.
Manages financial reports using actual cost information, forecasted spend per project schedules, and estimated final costs against approved contract funding.
Responsible for program administration and reporting.
Oversees/manages project controls and administration teams.
Develops/reviews conceptual estimates and durations for projects.
Establishes force account needs for projects.
Directly responsible for project controls and the administration team's continued skill development
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field. Masters preferred.
Must have a minimum of fourteen (14) years of related experience.
Must have at least eight (8) years in a management or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.
Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.
PMI-SP, EVP, CCP, or CPE Certifications are desirable.
Significant experience in project management for major construction projects or project controls with highly complex systems preferred.
Alternative Delivery experience desirable.
Substantial experience leading and managing contractors, subcontractors, or vendors.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all internal levels within the organization.
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.
Alternative Delivery experience preferred.
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.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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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