Senior Manager, Train Operation & Construction Planning

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); On-site; USD 129,000 - 162,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is seeking a Senior Manager for Train Operation & Construction Planning with LIRR responsibilities in New York, NY. The role focuses on coordinating design and construction activities, and ensuring projects meet schedules and budgets in collaboration with multiple departments and external partners.

Key duties include coordinating responses to service disruptions and serving as a liaison among LIRR Departments, Amtrak MTACD, NYCTA, MNRR and

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate activities of design and construction consultants, construction contractors, LIRR/Amtrak Force Account and private developers to meet schedules and budgets.

Job description

Description

Job Title: Senior Manager, Train Operation & Construction Planning

Department: Special Projects

MTA Agency: Long Island Rail Road

Primary Location(s): New York, NY

Salary Range: $129,446-$161,807

Regulated/Safety Sensitive: Non-DOT Regulated/Safety Sensitive

Union Affiliation: Non-agreement

Closing Date (if applicable): Until Filled

Shift (if applicable):

Title 55-a (yes or no): Not Applicable

Other: Telework eligible

THIS ROLE IS OPEN ONLY TO CURRENT LIRR EMPLOYEES

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Chartered in 1834, the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) is the largest, busiest, and oldest continuously operating commuter railroad in the United United States. In 2024, this 24/7/365 operation served 75.5 million riders on a system that stretches nearly 120 miles – from Penn Station and Grand Central Madison in Manhattan to Montauk on the eastern tip of Long Island.

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible to manage and coordinate activities of design and construction consultants, construction contractors, LIRR/Amtrak Force Account and private developers to ensure they meet established schedules and budget criteria. Oversee the coordinate with Transportation, M of E and all Engineering departments in response to service disruptions. Represent LIRR as liaison to facilitate project activities, manage and coordinate activities of with all LIRR Departments, Amtrak MTACD, NYCTA, MNRR and 3rd party agencies to ensure that necessary approvals are obtained