Senior Technical Specialist: Systems & Infrastructure Lead (Hybrid)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 123,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuting transport pass

Health coverage

Pension plans

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) invites applications for a Senior Technical Specialist 3 (Stations) in Construction & Development. The role is based at 2 Broadway, with telework eligibility (one day per week) and occasional evenings/weekends as needed.

The position demands a Bachelor of Science in a technical field, with a preference for a Master’s, and at least 12 years of related experience, including 6 years in leadership. Travel to other MTA sites may be required.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of twelve (12) years of related experience.
• Must have a minimum of six (6) years in a managerial or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization and/or with highly complex systems.

Responsibilities

• Assists in leading a team involved in the concept, design, modification, analysis, and delivery of MTA C&D projects.
• As a team leader, coordinates detailed design phases for all MTA systems and infrastructure design aspects.
• Provides expertise to resolve complex technical issues.
• Researches and recommends solutions for complex systems integration and interface issues.
• Uses various software to develop/review analysis, design, and plan preparation/review.
• Prepares, reviews, and/or approves proposals, contracts, or cost estimates.
• Negotiates revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clients.
• Assists the Project Management team through creative problem-solving during interactions with Agency Owners and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule.
• Provides technical inspection support and oversight on active construction projects.
• Reviews the work of peers and communicates constructive feedback.
• Works with the Project Management team for project reviews, change procedures, and commercial and project control updates.

Education

Bachelor of Science in a technical discipline

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PMP or relevant cert

Job description

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) invites applications for a Senior Technical Specialist 3 (Stations) in Construction & Development. The role is based at 2 Broadway, with telework eligibility (one day per week) and occasional evenings/weekends as needed.

The position demands a Bachelor of Science in a technical field, with a preference for a Master’s, and at least 12 years of related experience, including 6 years in leadership. Travel to other MTA sites may be required.