Director, Strategic Project Delivery

Metropolitan Transportation Authority; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free transit pass

Premium health coverage

Pension plans

Generous paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, through its Construction & Development unit, seeks a Director of Project Management to oversee capital project delivery. The role ensures safety, on-schedule, on-budget execution per contracts and standards while coordinating with diverse teams, consultants, and operating agencies.

Responsibilities include monitoring project performance, mitigating risks, resolving issues, and guiding staff through complex initiatives to achieve organizational goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Ten (10) years of related experience.
• Five (5) years in management of construction programs/projects or supervisory role in a large organization.
• PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.

Responsibilities

• Manage and mentor staff to deliver complex capital projects.
• Coordinate project activities through project close-out.
• Monitor progress against baselines and seek improved performance.
• Identify issues and risks and ensure timely resolution.
• Coordinate with project team, staff, contractors, consultants, and operating agency staff.
• Review and approve contract invoices and project charges.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Relationship building

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Architecture/Construction/PM or related field

PMP and CCM certifications (preferred)

Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

PeopleSoft

Oracle

Job description

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority, through its Construction & Development unit, seeks a Director of Project Management to oversee capital project delivery. The role ensures safety, on-schedule, on-budget execution per contracts and standards while coordinating with diverse teams, consultants, and operating agencies.

Responsibilities include monitoring project performance, mitigating risks, resolving issues, and guiding staff through complex initiatives to achieve organizational goals.