Director-Buildings and Infrastructure

Sound Transit•Seattle, WA

1d•$160,000 - $276,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Under administrative direction, this role plans, directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of project management resources assigned to specific projects. The Director ensures personnel have the appropriate skills and training, participates in developing policies and procedures related to project and construction management, and secures consultant and construction contractor services for a portfolio of multi-modal system expansion, enhancement, and state-of-good repair projects. This position provides expert review and input on design, construction, and remodel of buildings and transit infrastructure facilities, and coordinates activities with other programs, divisions, departments, and outside agencies, while providing administrative support to the Deputy Executive Director and Executive Director of Capital Delivery Dept (CDD).

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration or closely related field.
Eight years of project management experience delivering complex buildings and/or infrastructure projects.
Six years of leadership, budgetary, planning and workforce management experience, preferably in a rail transit or public transportation related environment; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Operational characteristics, services, and activities of public sector Project Management.
Senior professional and/or technical expert knowledge of business/industry principles and practices for project management and construction management.
Advanced principles and practices of project management, design, engineering, and construction.
Methods and techniques of contract negotiation and administration.
Principles, methods, and techniques of developing and managing schedules.
Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations as they apply to transit operations or public works contracting.
Principles of financial management (expenditure tracking, variance identification, revenue tracking).
Techniques to work effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, and adjust to changing priorities.
Advanced principles and practices of governmental budget preparation and administration.
Principles of business letter writing and basic report preparation.
English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Modern office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and statistical databases.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Utilizing personal computer software programs affecting assigned work and in compiling and preparing spreadsheets and reports.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department staff, management, vendors, outside agencies, community groups and the general public.
Interpreting and administering policies and procedures sufficient to administer, discuss, resolve, and explain them to staff and other constituencies.
Demonstrating a positive customer service orientation with both internal and external clients.
Negotiating and administering construction and engineering services contracts, and third-party agreements.
Conceptualizing, influencing, developing, and administering goals, objectives, guidelines, and procedures for the Department/Division.
Interpreting and applying applicable federal, state, and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Complaint resolution and problem solving.
Policy and procedure development.
Critical and strategic problem solving.
Preparing and analyzing complex data and comprehensive reports
Understanding and interpreting terms and symbols used in engineering and architectural drawings and construction plans.
Responding to inquiries and in effective oral and written communication.
Applying advanced project management and program development techniques and principles.
Working cooperatively with other departments, Agency officials, and outside agencies.
Developing and monitoring departmental and program/project operating budgets, costs, and schedules.
Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a rail transit or public transportation related environment.

Responsibilities

Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work of assigned staff; assigns work activities and coordinates schedules, projects, and programs according to Agency procedures; provides constructive feedback; reviews and evaluates work and makes effective suggestions and recommendations.
Coaches, trains and motivates staff; coordinates and/or provides staff training; and manages employee relations; manages the workflow and prioritization of projects and measures the performance of the department and all related staff and takes appropriate corrective action when necessary; provides advice and counsel to staff; and develops developmental work plans for staff.
Supports annual capital budget development for projects in the New and Existing Facilities portfolio.
Assesses project needs with respect to management requirements; reviews division resources and assigns staff work as needed to support the needs of each project; and ensures staff compliance with Agency policies and procedures.
Coordinates work with other departments or outside entities relating to project delivery including issues related to permitting, code compliance, and operational needs.
Prepares and reviews progress reports on assigned portfolio of projects, including presentations to the Sound Transit Board of Directors.
Writes, revises, and updates policies and procedures and contract documents.
Provides leadership and direction to project teams by participating in project reviews, discussions of issues, and resolution of problems throughout every phase of project delivery.
Builds and maintains effective partnerships with local jurisdictions, agencies, utilities, contractors, consultants and community groups for assigned projects; negotiates solutions to major conceptual issues involving policy and change of directions while effectively leading and influencing internal and external decision makers and stakeholders.
Develops and prepares annual budget for the division; prepares associated staffing plans and participates in the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; ensures that division, and where applicable individual project(s), expenditures and cost estimates are adequately documented and monitored throughout the division and to their completion; monitors, reviews and approves division expenditures and commitments; and implement adjustments.
Provides support to the department/division on matters as directed; serves as staff on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence; attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the fields related to area of assignment; incorporates new developments as appropriate; ensures processes, policies and practices are interpreted and applied consistently and effectively; ensures accountability and compliance with all current and applicable state and federal laws, Agency policies and procedures, rules and regulations.
Champions and models Sound Transit's core values and demonstrates values-based behaviors in everyday interactions across the agency.
Contributes to a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion in alignment with Sound Transit’s Equity & Inclusion Policy.
It is the responsibility of all employees to follow the Agency safety rules, regulations, and procedures pertaining to their assigned duties and responsibilities, which could include systems, operations, and/or other employees.
It is the responsibility of all employees to integrate sustainability into everyday business practices.
Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Two choices of medical plans
Dental plan
Vision plan
Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401a retirement plan with 10% employee contribution and 12% match by Sound Transit
457b retirement plan up to IRS maximum
25 days of paid time off annually with increases at four, eight and twelve years of service
Additional paid time off for director level and up
12 paid holidays
Up to 2 paid floating holidays per year
Up to 2 paid volunteer days per year
12 weeks of parental leave
Pet Insurance discount
ORCA card for full-time employees
Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 annually
Inclusive Reproductive Health Support Services
Competitive salaries based on market rates and internal equity
Work-life balance
Opportunities for professional development
Recognition from colleagues