DEPUTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROJECT MANAGEMENT (...

Salary: $149,115.20 - $224,744.00 AnnuallyLocation : Los Angeles, CAJob Type: Regular EmployeeJob Number: 2400036Cabinet: PROGRAM MANAGEMENTCost Center: 8010 - PROGRAM MANAGEMENT, CONSTRUCTIONENGOpening Date: 11122024Closing Date: 1142025 5:00 PM PacificFLSA: ExemptBargaining Unit: Non-ContractMetro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. DescriptionOversee the construction an underground heavy rail line extension that includes two underground stations and construction of an above ground parking structure. This position will be located full time in Metro's field office in Century City. Examples of Duties Directs performance of services by assigned staff, consultants, and contractors for successful completion of projects and contracts in a thorough and timely mannerPlans, assigns, monitors, and evaluates the work of assigned staffManages and directs third-party coordination and public affairs activities related to project design and completionEstablishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, and strategiesEnsures all project design andor construction activities meet operations and maintenance quality standards and expectationsDevelops and manages information security and recovery capabilities; oversees current information technology interface with other related Metro databasesEvaluates work of consultants to ensure compliance and consistency with agency, department, and project objectivesRepresents agency and applicable division at meetings, conferences, and public eventsProvides expertise and leadership in conducting technical studies and analysesPrepares and presents reports to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, andor outside regulatory agenciesSets and implements project policies, procedures, programs, safety and work standards, and controls for the overall functioning of assigned unitEnsures compliance with Metro policies, procedures, and standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and lawsSupervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staffEvaluates staff's overall level of knowledge, skills, and abilities, and assists in developing the department's succession planOversees all contracts, operating budget, and capital budget for section; monitors, and adheres to departmentunit budget, goals, and schedules which comply with agency-wide fiscal responsibilityCommunicates Metro's safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employeesContributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried outMay be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications A combination of education andor experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:EducationBachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferredExperienceFive years of relevant senior management-level experience in the design andor construction of major capital projects, including extensive experience managing mass transit projectsCertificationsLicensesSpecial RequirementsA valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functionsCalifornia license as a Professional Engineer (PE) preferredConstruction management andor project management certification preferredPreferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.The following are the preferred qualifications:Experience managing the construction of major underground transit projects, including underground subway stations, tunnels, tracks, systems integration testing, commissioning, closeout, and warranty trackingExperience delivering major underground design-build projects during the construction phase of design-buildExperience overseeing andor reviewing Construction Submittals, Requests for Information, Technical Specifications, Change Merit Evaluations, Fast Track Schedules, Monthly Pay Applications, and ContractsExperience managing and reporting progress for construction management contracts, large California public works projects, and underground facilities, including experience interfacing with third parties and local government agencies that have jurisdictionLicensed California Professional Engineer (PE), a Project Management Professional (PMP) credential, a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential, or a Design Build Institute America (DBIA) credential is preferred Essential Knowledge Knowledge of(defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks)Theories, principles, and practices of rail transit engineering, design, construction, operations, and maintenanceGovernmental contract policies and proceduresPublic administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementationApplicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and standardsLarge-scale capital project managementContract management for both consultants and constructionSocial, political, and environmental issues influencing transit programsHeavy construction practices and proceduresModern management theoryApplicable business software applicationsSkill in(defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things)Directing the overall engineering and construction activities for major capital projectsDetermining strategies to achieve goalsEstablishing and implementing policies and proceduresAnalyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomesExercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisionsCommunicating effectively orally and in writingPreparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondenceInteracting professionally with various levels of metro employees, Board of Directors, public officials, and outside representativesNegotiating and problem solvingAbility to(defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result)Meet time constraintsMulti-task and prioritizeMaintain focus on objectivesRepresent Metro before the publicCompile, analyze, and interpret complex dataUnderstand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labormanagement agreementsPlan financial and staffing needsTravel to offsite locationsRead, write, speak, and understand EnglishSpecial ConditionsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Working ConditionsTypical office situationClose exposure to computer monitors and video screenPhysical Effort RequiredSitting at a desk or tableOperate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the mediumType and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functionsCommunicating through speech in the English language requiredRS Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with hiring practices.Selection ProcedureApplicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.Application ProcedureTo apply, visit Metro's website at and complete an online Employment puters are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:METRO Headquarters, Employment OfficeOne Gateway PlazaLos Angeles, CA 90012Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered.*Open to the public and all Metro employeesThis job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)* BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrsweek) employees of Metro. We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums.MedicalDentalVision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.Years of Service Annual AccrualHire date - 5 years 20 daysBeginning of 6th - 10th year 25 daysBeginning of 11th - 15th year 30 daysBeginning of 16th + years 35 daysPension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.Other Benefits: Transportation passes for employees andor eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay. BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only: Kaiser medical insurance Public Pension Plan 457401K Plan Flex Spending Paid Sick Time Fare Media Rideshare Subsidies Metro One Fitness membershipFor more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at 01 Please acknowledge that the following responses will be used to supplement and expand on the Work Experience section of your application. It is important to provide detailed answers anddo not refer to or rely on a resume or other documentation as we will not review resumes to determine qualifications. The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be verified and documentation may be required. Please be as accurate as possible. By completing this supplemental questionnaire you are attesting that the information you have provided is accurate. Any misstatements, omissions, or falsification of information may eliminate you from consideration or result in dismissal. Yes, I agree and understand my resume will not be reviewed 02 Are you a current Metro employee? Yes No 03 If you indicated being a current Metro employee, please enter your employee badge number in the field below. If you selected "No" to the previous question, please enter "NA." 04 If you have any relatives who work for the MTAPTSC or are members of the MTA Board of Directors, list their names below. 05 Are you able to work a flexible work schedule that includes nights, weekends, holidays, and includes varying shifts? Yes No 06 Please select the highest level of education you have completed. I do not have education equivalent to grade 12 High school graduate, diploma or the equivalent (GED) Associate degree from an accredited college or university Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Master's degree from an accredited college or university PhD from an accredited college or university 07 Please select the number of years of relevant senior management-level experience you have in the design andor construction of major capital projects, including extensive experience managing mass transit projects. No management-level experience Less than 5 years 5 years or more, but fewer than 7 years 7 years or more, but fewer than 9 years 9 years or more 08 If you indicated having senior management experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 09 Do you have relevant experience managing the construction of major underground transit projects, including underground subway stations, tunnels, tracks, systems integration testing, commissioning, closeout, and warranty tracking? Yes No 10 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 11 Do you have relevant experience delivering major underground design-build projects during the construction phase of design-build? Yes No 12 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 13 Do you have relevant experience overseeing andor reviewing Construction Submittals, Requests for Information, Technical Specifications, Change Merit Evaluations, Fast Track Schedules, Monthly Pay Applications, and Contracts? Yes No 14 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 15 Do you have relevant experience managing and reporting progress for construction management contracts, largeCalifornia public works projects, and underground facilities, including experience interfacing with third parties and local government agencies that have jurisdiction? Yes No 16 If you indicated having experience in the previous question, please describe where and how you gained this experience, including names of employers, dates of employment, and duties performed. If you do not have this experience, please indicate "NA." 17 Do you have a Licensed California Professional Engineer (PE), a Project Management Professional (PMP) credential, a Certified Construction Manager (CCM) credential, or a Design Build Institute America (DBIA) credential? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2025-01-13