Facilities Architecture & Projects Manager

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 118,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Manager, Facilities Architectural to oversee NYCT Subway facility construction on owned and leased properties. You will manage multi‑million‑dollar capital rehab projects, coordinating in-house labor and external contractors, and lead all lifecycle stages from planning to technical specifications.

You will review design documents for compliance with NYS Building Codes and NYCT standards, guide project teams, and ensure schedules, budgets, and

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate from an accredited college in Architecture or Engineering, or a satisfactory equivalent.
• Six (6) years of professional experience.
• Two (2) years of managerial/supervisory experience.
• Proficient in AutoCAD; NYS RA License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all NYCT Subway facility construction projects not managed by MTA C&D across owned and leased properties.
• Manage multi-million-dollar capital rehabilitation projects using both in-house represented labor and external contractors.
• Lead all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, scheduling, analysis, design, and development of technical specifications.
• Review architectural, mechanical, electrical, structural, and furniture-related design documents to ensure accuracy and compliance with NYS Building Codes and NYCT standards.
• Coordinate construction activities to maintain project timelines, budgets, and quality benchmarks.
• Provide technical guidance and direction to project teams, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, address issues, and maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Respond to facility emergencies and critical incidents on a 24/7 basis.
• Support long-term facility improvement planning and strategic initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Team leadership

Contract coordination

Field inspections

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture or Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

NYS RA License

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Manager, Facilities Architectural to oversee NYCT Subway facility construction on owned and leased properties. You will manage multi‑million‑dollar capital rehab projects, coordinating in-house labor and external contractors, and lead all lifecycle stages from planning to technical specifications.

You will review design documents for compliance with NYS Building Codes and NYCT standards, guide project teams, and ensure schedules, budgets, and