Construction Manager (MNR)

Metropolitan Transportation Authority • New York, NY

108d • $94,317 - $128,408

About The Position

The Construction Manager will manage MTA Construction and Development efforts related to contract compliance, ensuring the safe and effective delivery of major capital projects on schedule and within budget. Responsible for ensuring successful project execution in conformance with requirements of the approved design and contract documents, applicable criteria and standards, and requirements of the MTA operating agency clients. The GCT Artery Program will bring the Grand Central Terminal to state of good repair for the next 100 years. Work will include Civil, Mechanical, Electrical and specialty type of work required to bring the facility to a state of good repair.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Minimum of five (5) years of related experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Focus and ability to deliver on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Proficient computer skills (i.e., Windows environment, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) and strong business administrative skills.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.
• PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction management team in effective execution of the construction management process, including management and oversight of contractor performance, construction activities, contract administration, and inspection services through completion of the project life-cycle.
• Review in-house technical designs for constructability in non-Design-Build projects.
• Monitor and/or audit third-party technical design and construction activities for compliance with the contract's requirements.
• Oversee multi-disciplinary construction team, ensuring that quality projects are effectively and efficiently delivered within established schedule and budget and that appropriate project documentation is maintained.
• Ensure project delivery follows all contract documentation, applicable standards, guidelines, laws, regulations, codes, policies, procedures, and project requirements of the MTA operating agency clients.
• Ensure that safety is an integral part of all construction activities.
• Develop solutions to unforeseen conditions and negotiate change orders as required.
• Manage the adoption of innovative methods, processes, and procedures to ensure effective and efficient project delivery with quality outcomes.
• Oversee construction team participation in constructability, project alternatives, feasibility, cost-benefit, risk, and life-cycle cost analyses and studies.
• Manage development and preparation of detailed project status reporting, presentations, and updates to related systems.
• Develop and maintain productive and transparent relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including MTA operating agency clients.
• Manage selection, development, and motivation of personnel, ensuring prompt and effective coaching, counseling, and career development for subordinates.
• Review staff performance and discipline/termination of employees when necessary.

Benefits

• Eligible for telework one day per week after 30 days of hire.
• Regular employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree