Senior Director, Capital Program Management and Budget

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 134,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Senior Director to lead Capital Program Management and Budget for the Buses Division. The role focuses on prioritizing resources, coordinating with CMO, Facilities, and Bus Technology to optimize the Buses Capital Plan across facilities, technology, and rolling stock.

The ideal candidate has a strong background in urban planning/finance and at least a decade in capital program leadership, with a proven ability to manage large-scale

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Urban Planning, Finance and Accounting, Data Science, Computer Science, Business, Engineering or Transportation or a satisfactory equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years total experience and minimum 5 years managerial/supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal partners to ensure Buses Capital Program is prioritized and funded.
• Liaise with C&D to advocate for Buses Capital Program priorities and needs for all Buses areas.
• Manage portfolio of all Buses Capital Projects and review progress with internal/external partners.
• Coordinate capital workflow processes within the Department of Buses (PRDC, Baseline Reviews, Final Acceptance).
• Ensure collaboration between internal and external stakeholders to avoid negative outcomes during capital project development.

Skills

Capital Program Management

Budget Oversight

Education

BA/BS in Urban Planning, Finance and Accounting, Data Science, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, Transportation

Job description

Senior Director, Capital Program Management and Budget

Senior Director, Capital Program Management and Budget

SALARY RANGE

$133,519 - $175,355 (FIN008)

DEPT/DIV

Capital Budget

AGENCY

TA / OA / MTA BUS

SUPERVISOR

Budget Officer

LOCATION

East New York Depot

POSITION SUMMARY

Ensure efficient prioritization and utilization of all Buses Capital Resources. Primary liaison and advocate for Buses Capital Program for all Buses Divisions. Manage day to day functions related to Buses Capital Plan activities and facilitate internal agreement regarding capital priorities for all Facilities, Bus Technology and Rolling Stock.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with internal partners in CMO Office, Facilities, Bus Technology, and Office of the EVP to ensure that Buses Capital Program is adequately prioritized and funded.
• Primary Buses’ liaison with C&D that advocates for Buses Capital Program priorities and needs for all Buses areas.
• Handle portfolio management of all Buses Capital Projects and review progress on these projects. Collaborate with C&D and internal and external partners to fully leverage asset data to effectively prioritize capital projects
• Coordinate capital workflow processes within the Department of Buses such as PRDC, Baseline Reviews, Final Acceptance and Beneficial Use.
• Ensure beneficial collaboration between all internal and external stakeholders as needed to eliminate unintended consequences and negative outcomes during capital project development, planning and delivery.
• Ensure that all Buses projects are appropriately resources for on-time and effective project delivery.
• Approve all capital support requests including CRF requests, D4s, OBIs, EFA and TA Labor requests.
• Work with C&D Development to effectively bundle projects in way that maximize utilization of resources.
• Work with Bus Technology group to develop accurate return on investment estimates and ensure effective prioritization and project management of Bus Technology Projects.
• Ensure that Capital contracts which support bus technology are expedited in a way that is aligned with MTA Policy and Procedures.
• Support project management and development for these initiatives.
• Collaborate with partners in Subways, Operations Planning, C&D, Transportation and Operations to ensure appropriate resourcing and staffing of Buses shuttle support of Subways planned Capital disruptions.
• Work with all internal stakeholders to plan bus relocations so that we can provide safe, reliable service delivery during depot rehabilitations.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• May be required to work hours outside regular work hours, as applicable
• Observes the work performed by contractors, as applicable
• Reviews invoices and approves them if the work has contractual standards, as applicable
• Addresses performance issues with the contractor when possible, as applicable
• Escalates issues to other parties when needed, as applicable

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Urban Planning, Finance and Accounting, Data Science,
• Computer Science, Business Related field, Engineering, Transportation, or a satisfactory equivalent.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Minimum 10 years Total Years of Experience Required and
• Minimum 5 years y ears of Managerial/Supervisory Experience Required

SELECTION METHOD

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.

All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.

OTHER INFORMATION

Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)

As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.