Assistant General Manager (Transportation/Project Delivery)

Mass Transit Magazine; Fort Lauderdale (FL); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass Transit Magazine seeks an Assistant General Manager of Project Delivery to lead design and construction for the Capital Delivery and Infrastructure Maintenance Division in Fort Lauderdale. You will oversee large public transportation projects and ensure schedule, budget, quality, and timely delivery, while guiding staff and coordinating across complex programs.

Role responsibilities include budget planning for the division, resources management, and driving strategic initiatives to enhance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or closely related field.
• One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of education.
• Six years of progressively responsible experience in major public transportation projects and infrastructure, including supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and construction efforts for the Capital Delivery and Infrastructure Maintenance Division.
• Oversee capital projects to ensure adherence to schedule, budget, quality and timely delivery.
• Support preparation of the division budget and Five-Year Program to ensure adequate resources.
• Manage and supervise staff and resources.
• Ensure strong communication and coordination across all aspects of complex major capital projects in the design and construction phases.
• Contribute to strategic initiatives and deliver excellent customer experience for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/Public Administration

Job description

The Assistant General Manager of Project Delivery leads the design and construction efforts for the Capital Delivery and Infrastructure Maintenance Division. Responsibilities include overseeing capital projects, including the County-approved Premium Mobility (PREMO) program, to ensure adherence to schedule, budget, quality and timely delivery; supporting preparation of the annual division budget and Five-Year Program to ensure adequate resources are available to successfully carry out the program; managing and supervising staff and resources; and ensuring strong communications and coordination between all aspects of highly-complex major capital projects in the design and construction phases. This role is also instrumental in the delivery of strategic initiatives and providing an excellent customer experience for both internal and external customers.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, or closely related field.

(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)

Requires six (6) years progressively responsible experience in the development of major public transportation projects and infrastructure encompassing various modes such as Light Rail Transit (LRT), Bus Rapid Transit (BRT), Commuter Rail, etc. including some experience in the supervisory aspects of the work or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Must obtain and possess a valid Florida Driver's License for duration of appointment