SENIOR DIRECTOR, PROJECT ENGINEERING (STRUCTURAL)

Center for Watershed Protection; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 134,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Engineering Manager to lead and manage engineering activities for major transit projects. This role involves overseeing the planning, design, and construction of transit facilities, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and safety protocols. You will be responsible for coordinating with various stakeholders, managing a team of engineers, and driving project success through effective leadership and strategic planning. If you are passionate about engineering and want to make a significant impact on public transportation systems, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5 years of management-level experience in engineering design and construction.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee Project Engineering activities for Metro projects.
• Coordinate with engineering directors and supervise consultants.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering Design

Construction Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in a related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Project Management Software

Job description

Salary $134,430.40 - $201,593.60 Annually

Location Los Angeles, CA

Job Type Regular Employee

Cabinet PROGRAM MANAGEMENT

Opening Date 04/07/2025

Closing Date 4/21/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

FLSA Exempt

Bargaining Unit Non-Contract

Metro’s mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Responsible for the management and performance of the strategic and tactical activities of a Project Engineering group supporting planning, design, and construction for Metro projects.

Examples of Duties

• Prepares Project Engineering Facilities or Systems group work plan and administers the group's work for compliance with authorized budget and schedule.
• Coordinates with other Engineering Directors to plan, prioritize, update, and monitor the Department's work and to assign staff to each project.
• Directs the activities of Project Engineering Facilities or Systems group to monitor and review the work of consultants, subconsultants, cost and schedule proposals, negotiations, and development of consultant workplans.
• Develops work scopes and negotiates consultant services contracts and contract changes; coordinates and supervises consultants' engineering design activities.
• Directs engineering and architectural activities related to the design and construction or modification of major bus and rail facilities, guideways, tunnels, and structures.
• Directs coordination with other environmental engineering activities, including site assessments, ground water remediation, soil remediation, liquid waste testing and disposal, permitting, water conservation, and regulatory compliance.
• Directs and oversees management of projects related to ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act), Clean Air Act, and others as mandated by federal, state, and local regulatory agencies.
• Directs engineering activities related to the systems design and construction of new and existing transit systems facilities, including mechanical, electrical, and communications work.
• Investigates project problems and makes recommendations to prevent future occurrences.
• Resolves conflicts between designer and project requirements and or regulatory requirements.
• Validates that the designs perform as expected by detail testing.
• Evaluates system's manufacturers recommended component overhaul schedules.
• Assures that state-of-the-art engineering approaches are applied during design and construction of engineering projects and work complies with Metro Standards and Criteria.
• Contributes updates to the Metro Design Criteria, as necessary, based on lessons learned on other projects.
• Ensures work complies with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
• Assists in planning, developing and implementing departmental policies and procedures and recommending improvements.
• Assists in establishing and implementing Construction Project Management's goals and objectives.
• Prepares reports, test plans, presentations, and white papers; presents reports to management and Board of Directors.
• Confers with Metro management, staff, government officials, contractors, and consultants regarding engineering matters relating to systems improvements.
• Directs a staff of professional engineers, architects, and associates directly and through subordinate management.
• Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees.
• Leads design team for plan check with city, county, Caltrans, public utilities, SCAQMD (South Coast Air Quality Management District), and other regulatory agencies.
• Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out.

May be required to perform other related job duties.

Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability.

Selection Procedure

Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

Application Procedure

To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. A typical combination includes:

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred.

Experience

• Five years of relevant management-level experience in facilities or systems engineering design and construction of major public agency transit projects or major public agency building projects.

Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements

• State of California registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect is preferred.
• A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing structural analysis, design, and construction of major transportation facilities including aerial and underground stations and support of excavation for deep underground structures.
• Experience overseeing the plan, design, construction and review of transit related structures such as underground, at grade, and aerial transit stations, cut-and-cover tunnels, and support of excavations.
• Experience managing complex structural issues and presenting them effectively verbally, via email, and through memorandum and reports to stakeholders.
• Experience analyzing special structural seismic detailing for implementation of transit projects.
• Current state of California registration as a Structural Engineer.

Essential Knowledge

• Theories, principles, and practices of engineering and architectural planning, design, construction of transit system facilities, bus and rail transit systems, and vehicle engineering.
• Contemporary construction methods, equipment, material, and construction costs.
• Research techniques and report preparation.
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations.
• Project management.
• Safety policies and procedures.
• Public agency procurement procedures and contract administration.
• Modern management theory.

Skill in

• Planning, organizing, and directing the overall functioning of an engineering department.
• Managing engineering planning, design, and construction.
• Following regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Communicating effectively orally and in writing.
• Analytics, troubleshooting, and decision making.
• Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives.
• Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions.
• Determining strategies to achieve goals.
• Establishing and implementing policies and procedures.
• Managing and directing subordinate staff.

Ability to

• Read and interpret civil engineering, mechanical, and electrical drawings.
• Lead and share the vision/objectives.
• Actively listen.
• Determine risks and any long-term safety issues with a specific design.
• Think and act independently.
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements.
• Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence.
• Plan financial and staffing needs.
• Make financial decisions within a budget.
• Travel to construction sites.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Special Conditions

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Conditions

• Typical office situation.
• Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen.

Physical Effort Required

• Sitting at a desk or table.
• Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium.
• Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions.
• Communicating through speech in the English language required.