Assistant Director Project Controls (LIRR)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 117,510 - 146,888; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transportation pass

Premium health coverage

Retirement saving accounts

Generous paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is seeking an Assistant Director, Project Controls in New York, NY. This role requires decision-making authority for cost, schedule, and risk management within the projects. You will oversee project delivery performance and support project leadership while collaborating with stakeholders.

The ideal candidate possesses a Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of related experience, including 4 years in a management role. Competitive benefits include transportation passes and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of related experience.
• Minimum 4 years in a management or supervisory role.
• Preferred experience in project management or project controls.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director and project leadership in proactive cost, schedule, and risk management support.
• Provide oversight of project delivery performance relative to Project and Contract Baselines.
• Lead front-end-loading activities to mitigate risk and realize opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Project Management, or related field

Job description

Assistant Director, Project Controls

Agency: Construction & Development

Reports to: Director, Project Controls

Work Location: 2 Broadway, New York, NY

Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (or as required, 7.5 hr/day)

Grade: 05

Salary: $117,510 to $146,888

Position Summary

The Assistant Director, Project Controls has decision‑making authority for cost, schedule, and risk management within the functional area. Responsibilities include high‑level analysis, strategic recommendations, and support for overall project delivery. The role may require travel to other MTA locations or external sites and is eligible for telework, one day per week, subject to new hire policies.

Responsibilities

• Assist Director and project leadership in proactive cost, schedule, and risk management support to Program Director and Technical Services.
• Provide oversight of project delivery performance relative to Project and Contract Baselines; apply effective project control practices.
• Offer cost, schedule, and risk management input during the Select‑Phase stage to optimize project configuration.
• Lead front‑end‑loading activities to mitigate risk and realize opportunities in defining projects and execution strategies.
• Oversee project delivery performance against Project Baselines and ensure appropriate project control practice is applied.
• Work cross‑functionally to solve problems and implement changes; analyze decisions and actions from project outcomes.
• Work proactively with Agency and Development to resolve complex issues.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction, Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of related experience.
• Minimum 4 years in a management or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi‑faced organization.
• Preferred experience in project management or project controls with highly complex systems.
• Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders and drive outcomes.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, team‑building, listening, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to work in a high‑profile, high‑pressure environment effectively.
• Leadership and change‑agent capabilities with innovative thinking.

Benefits

• Transportation pass and tax‑advantaged commuter benefits.
• Premium health coverage with individual, family, and domestic partner plans.
• Pension plans and retirement savings accounts.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Work Life Services and chaplain support.
• Professional development, tuition reimbursement, and in‑house training.
• Employee assistance programs and discount programs.
• Employee resource groups for community engagement.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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