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Job Summary
The Project Manager for the Office of Stations will plan, direct, and control the development of conceptual, preliminary, and final design construction schedules, equipment procurement, and budgets as they relate to Office of Stations' projects. The Project Manager will also assist with feasibility planning of Stations projects and define project resources relating to personnel and financing for the Office of Stations in the areas of Facilities Maintenace and/or Structures.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Coordinating, working with, and securing commitments from various departments within the Authority
- Coordinating the allocation of force account personnel needed to support the Office of Stations department.
- Managing consultant activities and ensuring consultant and contractor performance follows the scope of work
- Addressing large groups as well as handling potentially sensitive situations with contractors.
- Oversee the MBTA Office of Stations system specification development bid process and installation
- Prepare quarterly project updates and monthly reports for Mass DOT
- Respond to public questions concerning the projects
- Review contract proposals, schedules, and bids
- Supervise current project activities and develop strategies and plans to correct deficiencies as they occur on a project
- Assist in the preparation of project budgets, the Stations budget, and the revision of such budgets, as necessary
- Prepare and review change orders, balance and excess forms, and staff summaries
- Prepare technical evaluations
- Attend and conduct job meetings
- Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit work sites and/or transport crews or equipment as needed.
- Respond to each inquiry, whether from a customer, vendor, consultant, or co-worker in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authority's customer service quality standard
- Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week
- Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees
- Assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies
- Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned
- Supervision of construction staff
Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Public Administration, Business, or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Five (5) years of experience in the planning, design, and management of major projects
- One (1) year of experience supervising the planning, design and management of major projects and staff or similar experience in a supervisory capacity
- Effective organizational, multi-tasking, time management, interpersonal and analytical skills
- The ability to use Word, Excel, PowerPoint, or Database applications
- Effectively communicate with regulatory agencies, community organizations and others on technical and sensitive matters
- Have excellent customer service, conflict resolution, negotiation, presentation, communication and writing skills
- Have a valid driver's license
- Have the ability to supervise and work effectively with a diverse workforce
Substitutions Include
- A High School Diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor's degree requirement.
- An Associate's degree from an accredited institution an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the Bachelor's degree requirement.
- A Master's degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience.
- Experience in the transit industry preferably in the areas of engineering, structurers or facilities maintenance
- Experience with capitally funded projects
- Experience in a union environment
Job Conditions:
- Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English
- Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team (or supervise, if required)
- Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers
- Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies
- Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection)
- Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and medical Clinic screening, potentially including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings
- Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service
Disclaimers and Definitions:
- General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
- Application Deadlines: Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
- Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
- Work Eligibility: Although the MBTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer and on an unrestricted basis (the MBTA does not sponsor non-US citizens). However, if you have an unrestricted work authorization, or sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply for open positions. International students taking part in CPT / STEM / OPT programs through a university are eligible for internships and co-ops with the MBTA. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Interviews: Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview. In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
- Safety Sensitive Positions: Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
- On-call or 24/7 Positions: Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
- Essential / Emergency Staff: During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
- ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or hradaaa@mbta.com.
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit mbta.com/careers-app-definitions.