AVP Deputy Program Executive (B&T)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority • New York, NY

77d • $156,500 - $213,067 • Remote

About The Position

The Assistant Vice President, Deputy Program Executive (B&T) is the highest level position in a small program, deputy of a medium program, or Program Director in an extensive program. This role is responsible for all phases of the project, from planning through completion to handover to the operating owner. The AVP is accountable for project safety, quality, risk, and commercial matters on time and within budget.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• A Master's Degree is preferred.
• Minimum of fourteen (14) years related experience.
• Minimum of ten (10) years in management of construction programs or a supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Nice To Haves

• PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.
• Significant experience in Program management for Electronic Security Systems, ITS and Tolling, SCADA and other IT and systems projects.
• Experience leading and managing contractors, subcontractors, or vendors.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage capital & operating project delivery within the Systems and Communications Engineering Program.
• Provide expertise and leadership for cross-departmental capital & operating program management for Electronic Security Systems, ITS and Tolling, SCADA and other IT and systems projects.
• Establish and maintain standards for fiber optic network connectivity for all applicable data network systems.
• Provide specifications and design services for fiber network/systems infrastructure.
• Provide vision and leadership for cross-departmental capital & operating program management policies, procedures, and processes.
• Manage and mentor staff to enable the facility to deliver complex capital & operating projects.
• Identify issues and risks and ensure timely resolution and mitigation.
• Recommend solutions to executive management for the resolution of critical issues.
• Manage program activities to minimize the impact on agency operations and the public.
• Coordinate program activities with the executive and senior leadership teams, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure program activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure that safety and quality are an integral part of program operations.
• Manage and monitor progress against the agency and program goals.
• Manage comprehensive document control and retention.
• Manage staff selection, coaching, training development, evaluation and discipline/termination as needed.
• Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees