Executive Leader - Transit Projects & Sustainability

Los Angeles Metro; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Los Angeles Metro seeks an Executive Officer to provide executive direction and oversee engineering and construction activities for major capital projects; leads a diversified team and influences relationships with third parties to help ensure successful implementation.

The role advances sustainability, climate and resilience initiatives and cross-functional initiatives across planning, design, construction, operations, and procurement.

Qualifications

• Eight years of senior management experience in major capital transit projects.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, finance, or related field; Master's preferred.
• Valid California driver's license; PE license preferred.
• Strong leadership, communication, and project-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage overall project budget and schedule for major capital projects.
• Direct consultants and contractors for successful project completion.
• Coordinate services with Metro departments and stakeholders.
• Provide policy recommendations and reports to leadership and boards.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Leadership

Public agency procurement

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/Finance

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Los Angeles Metro seeks an Executive Officer to provide executive direction and oversee engineering and construction activities for major capital projects; leads a diversified team and influences relationships with third parties to help ensure successful implementation.

The role advances sustainability, climate and resilience initiatives and cross-functional initiatives across planning, design, construction, operations, and procurement.