Senior FTA/FRA Compliance Manager - Hudson Tunnel Project

Parsons•Newark, NY

2d•$128,700 - $231,700

About The Position

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented FTA/FRA Compliance Manage r to join our team! In this role, you'll have the privilege of working on the premier Infrastructure project in the Country, as well as receive all of the benefits of working for Parsons! This Program is the most Urgent infrastructure program in the country - a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark NJ and NYC. Program background The Gateway Program is the most urgent infrastructure program in the country – a comprehensive set of rail investments that will improve commuter and intercity services, add needed resiliency and, in its later stages, create new capacity between Newark, New Jersey and New York City, the busiest section of the Northeast Corridor (NEC). The first phase of the Gateway Program includes the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), which includes the construction of a new two-track tunnel under the Hudson River connecting to Penn Station New York as well as the full rehabilitation of the existing 110-year-old North River Tunnel. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), established through bi-state legislation, is responsible for the financing and development of the Hudson Tunnel Project. The Gateway Development Commission (GDC), as a recipient of grant funds from the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) and as Project Sponsor for the Hudson Tunnel Project (HTP), is required to ensure compliance with the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) rules and regulations. GDC has secured the largest Capital Investment Grant (CIG) Full Funding Grant Agreement in the program’s history, as well as the largest FRA grant awarded via the Federal-State Partnership Program. Purpose of Role: To monitor the adherence of the Hudson Tunnel Project following federal rules, regulations, and guidelines, it is recommended that GDC engage with the Delivery Partner for a Grant Compliance Manager. This resource is a backfill of an existing role and is needed as soon as possible to develop and establish a Compliance Oversight Program. The Grant Compliance Manager will be responsible for establishing a Compliance Oversight and monitoring program that reviews and evaluates project plans, scope, schedule, budget, and contract documents for adherence to federal requirements. This individual will develop a comprehensive compliance program, identify gaps within existing practice(s), and monitor the implementation of corrective actions. The Grant Compliance Manager will work directly with the Program Office and Grant team to develop the following: Establish a Compliance Oversight and Monitoring Program Plan and framework for internal oversight of federal compliance. The plan will, at a minimum, (1) evaluate existing procedures for adherence to federal requirements, (2) spot check adherence to following existing Policies and Procedures. Collaborate with GDC departments to identify risks(s) and establish a methodology for selecting and ranking compliance risks by priority and impact to the HTP. Evaluate the highest-ranked risks for adherence to federal rules, regulations, and guidelines. Produce reports and recommendations for corrective action to GDC leadership. Monitoring the implementation to ensure compliance with federal requirements. The Grant Compliance Manager will also be responsible for leading GDC’s response to USDOT audits and reviews, while providing strategic direction to GDC leadership by: Tracking letters, audit requests, and reviews initiated by USDOT, FTA, or FRA. Lead the drafting of responses to letters and audit requests, Manage the request and receipt of supporting documents from relevant departments to ensure submittals in advance of deadlines. Evaluate GDC’s response to oversight entities and identify areas for improvement. Ensure any corrective actions have been implemented. The position will also be responsible for monitoring the release of new and revised USDOT guidelines and requirements, identifying the impacts applicable GDC department(s), and working with the relevant departments to implement adjustments to existing Plans, Policies, and Procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline
10+ years of prior experience leading an oversight program that measures compliance with FTA experience, including prior experience working as a grant recipient.
Strong experience developing and operationalizing new Programs within a fast-paced environment.
Strong knowledge of Project Delivery and identifying risks in delivering complex projects with numerous stakeholders and oversight entities.
Strong technical writing, analytical, and communication skills
Ability to travel throughout the NY/NJ Metro Area

Responsibilities

Establish a Compliance Oversight and Monitoring Program Plan and framework for internal oversight of federal compliance.
Evaluate existing procedures for adherence to federal requirements
Spot check adherence to following existing Policies and Procedures.
Collaborate with GDC departments to identify risks(s) and establish a methodology for selecting and ranking compliance risks by priority and impact to the HTP.
Evaluate the highest-ranked risks for adherence to federal rules, regulations, and guidelines.
Produce reports and recommendations for corrective action to GDC leadership.
Monitoring the implementation to ensure compliance with federal requirements.
Tracking letters, audit requests, and reviews initiated by USDOT, FTA, or FRA.
Lead the drafting of responses to letters and audit requests
Manage the request and receipt of supporting documents from relevant departments to ensure submittals in advance of deadlines.
Evaluate GDC’s response to oversight entities and identify areas for improvement.
Ensure any corrective actions have been implemented.
monitoring the release of new and revised USDOT guidelines and requirements, identifying the impacts applicable GDC department(s), and working with the relevant departments to implement adjustments to existing Plans, Policies, and Procedures.