Senior Planner Asset Planning (Capital Strategy)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting provided transit pass

Health coverage

Pension and retirement plans

Generous time off

Employee discounts & wellness programs

Job summary

The Capital Strategy Team at MTA's Construction & Development oversees planning for a complex asset portfolio. The Senior Planner analyzes asset conditions to help shape investment strategies across a $1.5 trillion base, with initial focus on bus depots and facilities.

Collaboration with operating agencies and partners to prioritize projects, craft proposals, and develop performance metrics is essential in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in City/Urban Planning, Engineering, Transportation Planning, or related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop capital investment strategies based on condition, performance, safety, and service impact.
• Support prioritization within Twenty-Year Needs Assessments and Five-Year Plans.
• Create data-driven reports and presentations for internal and external purposes.
• Utilize GIS, data visualization tools, and dashboards for capital planning.

Skills

Data analysis

Data visualization

MS Office

Power BI

ArcGIS Pro

Adobe Creative Suite

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in City/Urban Planning or related field

Tools

Power BI

ArcGIS Pro

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Job Title: Senior Planner, Asset Planning

Agency: Construction & Development

Department/Division: Planning/Capital Strategy

Reports To: Senior Manager, Asset Planning

Work Location: 2 Broadway

Hours of Work: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5 HR/ DAY)

Job Family: DAB

Grade: 003

Salary Range: $77,059 to $96,324

Deadline: Open Until Filled

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

MTA Construction & Development reserves the right to remove this posting before the application deadline.

Agency Mission

MTA Construction & Development (C&D) is responsible for the planning, development, and execution of all capital construction projects across the MTA region. Through centralized oversight and management of the MTA’s $6.8 billion Capital Program, C&D ensures the efficient delivery of critical infrastructure projects that support the region’s vast transportation network. As part of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the largest transportation network in North America, C&D plays a key role in modernizing and expanding services that support 15.3 million residents across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. C&D is committed to delivering safe, innovative, and cost-effective capital projects that enhance the customer experience and strengthen the reliability and resilience of the MTA system.

Telework

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Job Summary

The Capital Strategy Team oversees planning activities for a complex and critical portfolio of assets across MTA agencies. The Senior Planner will analyze and evaluate capital asset conditions to help develop capital investment strategies across MTA’s $1.5 trillion asset base, including the Twenty-Year Needs Assessment and Five-Year Capital Plan. It is expected that the position’s initial focus will include MTA bus depots and facilities.

This position will involve working closely with MTA operating agencies and C&D partners to develop and prioritize capital projects in accordance with facility and operational needs. The Senior Planner will analyze, create, and develop project proposals, including various programmatic and project-specific transportation investment proposals. The Senior Planner will provide data analysis support and help draft reports and presentation materials for internal and external purposes, as well as reports on special C&D initiatives and other programmatic performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• The Senior Planner will contribute substantially to all, or a subset thereof, of the following core Planning activities:
• Develop a working knowledge of the MTA’s vast portfolio of assets and cultivate internal and external contacts and information sources. Develop a knowledge of physical conditions of individual assets as well as their functional and operational role in delivering MTA’s vision for transit services.
• Contribute to data-driven strategies to guide planning, prioritization and scoping of capital investments.
• Utilize GIS, data visualization tools and dashboards to develop graphics, maps and presentation materials.
• Navigate and utilize large databases, including asset assessments, asset inventories, regional planning information, transit usage, climate risk data, and energy utilization data.
• Foster and coordinate team relationships within the MTA agencies and outside parties.
• Develop capital investment strategies based on condition, performance, criticality, safety, impact on service reliability, customer experience, access, resiliency, land use opportunities, investment needs, and other relevant considerations.
• Support the development of investment prioritization documents, including but not limited to the planning, developing, and identifying of priorities within MTA’s Twenty-Year Needs Assessments and Five-Year Capital Plans.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in City or Urban Planning, Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum of four (4) years of satisfactory full-time professional experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Competencies

• Passion for improving New York’s public transit system.
• Familiarity with MTA network, MTA Capital Program, and recent MTA bus policies preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to problem-solve creatively.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-profile, high-pressure, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational and presentation skills.
• Strong data analysis and data visualization skills, including proficiency in MS Office, visualization tools such as Adobe Creative Suite and Power BI, and spatial analysis using ArcGIS Pro.

Comprehensive Benefits & Total Rewards Package

Transportation & Financial Benefits

• Commuting Made Easy – Enjoy a complimentary MTA transportation pass, plus access to tax-advantaged commuter benefits to maximize your savings.

Premium Health Coverage at Low Cost

• Access high-quality individual, family, and domestic partner healthcare, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

Secure Your Future

• Build long-term financial security through pension plans and retirement savings accounts designed for eligible employees.

Time Off & Work-Life Balance

• Generous Time Away – Recharge with substantial paid time off and comprehensive holiday schedules that support your personal and family commitments.

Holistic Support Services

• Access our dedicated Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit for personal guidance and support when you need it most.

Professional Growth & Development

• Learning & Development Program – Advance your career through structured professional development opportunities, skills training, and leadership programs tailored to support your growth within the organization.
• Educational Investment – Pursue your career goals with in-house training and professional development, tuition reimbursement support, and partnerships with educational institutions.

Employee Experience & Community

• Employee Assistance Programs – Comprehensive support services to help you navigate life's challenges with confidence and resources.
• Discounts & Perks – Take advantage of MTA employee discount programs offering savings on products and services.
• Connect & Belong – Join our vibrant Employee Resource Groups to build meaningful connections, share experiences, and contribute to an inclusive workplace culture.

Additional Information

Final salary is determined by experience, skill set, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted range reflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.

To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of service in their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent upon maintaining a satisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct.

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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.