VP of Design — Transforming NYC Transit Corridor

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA); New York (NY); Presencial; USD 280 000 - 420 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Vice President of Design to lead the Interborough Express (IBX) design from development through delivery in New York City. You will oversee civil, structural, and systems design, drive governance, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant implementation.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a 14-mile light rail corridor, guiding design decisions across interfaces and ensuring seamless integration with existing

Qualificações

• 18+ years of experience in rail, transit, or major infrastructure design
• 10+ years of leadership experience within complex, multidisciplinary organizations
• Experience leading design for large-scale transportation or infrastructure projects
• Strong background in systems integration and interface management
• Experience with regulatory compliance, safety certification, and public-sector project delivery
• Ability to evaluate design decisions from a system-wide, lifecycle perspective

Responsabilidades

• Lead all aspects of design for a major light rail transit program, including civil, structural, and systems components
• Oversee corridor modifications including utility relocation, bridges, retaining walls, and rail infrastructure
• Direct design of stations, signals & train control, traction power, communications, and maintenance facilities
• Ensure system-wide integration across all project elements and interfaces
• Coordinate with regulatory agencies, oversight bodies, and external stakeholders
• Support procurement, environmental review, and project delivery activities

Conhecimentos

Rail design leadership

Systems integration

Regulatory compliance

Public-sector project delivery

Stakeholder coordination

Multidisciplinary leadership

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) seeks a Vice President of Design to lead the Interborough Express (IBX) design from development through delivery in New York City. You will oversee civil, structural, and systems design, drive governance, and coordinate with regulators and stakeholders to ensure safe, compliant implementation.

This is a rare opportunity to shape a 14-mile light rail corridor, guiding design decisions across interfaces and ensuring seamless integration with existing