Rail Capital Projects Superintendent

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA)

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 151,000 - 179,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Metro-North Railroad seeks a Superintendent of Capital Projects to oversee workforce and coordination across Grand Central Terminal and Harlem, Hudson, and West of Hudson territories within Transportation. You will ensure safe, efficient project delivery aligned with schedules and service priorities.

The role supports the Senior Director – Capital Projects, leading cross-functional teams, resolving operational issues, and maintaining continuity of

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in Transportation, Business, Public Administration or related field; equivalent experience considered.
Minimum 10 years in a Transportation Operations environment with emphasis on service delivery.
Minimum 7 years’ experience managing professional staff and projects in an Operations environment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the technical expert on Roadway Worker Protection and PC of the railroad; monitor ROW construction work-sites daily.
Coordinate emergency and field response coverage for a 24x7 operation.
Oversee freight train movements and test train operations for service restoration and commissioning.
Direct and schedule activities of Assistant Superintendents–Capital Projects; coordinate with Line Superintendents.
Develop data sources and dashboards (e.g., Transportation STRIPE) to monitor field management and craft performance.