DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT

Metro’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. Description Oversees construction management team and manages, oversees, and coordinates major rail and bus facilities construction projects, including planning, implementing, resolving problems, and maintaining schedules, budgets, quality, and safety. Position Overview Oversees construction management team, managing and coordinating major rail and construction projects, including planning, implementing, resolving problems, and maintaining schedules, budgets, quality, and safety. Recruitment Timelines Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of September 21 , 2026 . These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your GovernmentJobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties Oversees and manages major rail and bus facilities construction projects, including the development of workplans, schedules, cost estimates, and specificationsOversees and manages the work of Construction Managers and construction management consultants in the performance of their dutiesAdministers and monitors work for compliance with schedule, budget, technical, safety, and legal requirementsOversees the review of contract documents and preparation of bid forms, pre-bid conferences, proposal evaluations and recommendations, and negotiations with consultants and contractorsCoordinates activities/operations with other Metro staff and public agenciesAttends progress meetings and oversees the preparation of reports on contract status and progress for executive managementRepresents Metro before outside agenciesExpedites design and field changesReviews contractors' request for change and employee's preparation of contract change notices and justificationsSupervises and provides feedback to staff during change order negotiationsCoordinates with Operations staff during testing, start-up and project activationRecommends policy and procedure improvementsMonitors claims and suggests ways to minimize construction cost exposureReviews claims entitlement position papersSupervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staffDirects and coordinates work schedules around special eventsCommunicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees May Be Required To Perform Other Related Job Duties This classification is At-Will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Hiring Authority.* Minimum Qualifications A combination of education and/or 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: Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience Five years of relevant management-level experience in major construction, engineering, or architectural contracts Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functionsCertified Construction Manager (CCM) preferredCalifornia license as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect preferred Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities 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. Experience constructing heavy civil transportation projects, analyzing situations, and developing or negotiating resolutions with contractorsExperience performing construction management for a public agency in a project delivery capacityExperience reviewing, analyzing, and negotiating complex civil changes and construction claimsExperience supporting heavy civil rail transit projects, including yard experience. 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 engineering and construction of rail and bus transit facilitiesTheories, principles, and practices of construction managementEngineering drawings and specificationsEquipment and construction techniques related to the installation and construction of various rail and bus facilitiesApplicable local, state, and federal requirements and standards governing environmental, engineering, equipment, construction standards, and rail transit operationsConstruction inspection procedures and techniquesBasic principles of rail and bus operations and maintenanceProject management, including scheduling and cost maintenanceProject delivery methods, such as Design-Build and Design-Bid-BuildContract administration related to major public works construction projectsChange orders and claimsEstimating fundamentalsBusiness and construction contract lawApplicable business software applications related to contract scheduling and financial recordkeeping Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Monitoring major, multiple contracts to ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and specificationsAnalyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomesMediating and negotiating construction contract termsPreparing comprehensive reports and correspondenceExercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisionsCommunicating effectively orally and in writingInteracting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representativesDirecting, supervising, training, mentoring, and motivating assigned staff Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Work effectively with construction contractors, vendors, and consultantsDelegate and manage multiple operations effectivelyAnalyze and interpret technical materials accurately and effectivelyEffectively solve problems and conflictsConduct meetings and provide effective leadership to construction teamsPlan financial and staffing needsUnderstand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, budgets, and labor/management agreementsMaintain accurate records and statistical informationRead, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirementsThe physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this jobMetro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functionsThis classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authorityContributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situationClose exposure to computer monitors and video screenWork with vibrating equipmentWork on elevated surfaces or below ground levelWork on slippery or uneven surfacesWork irregular hours, split shifts, weekends, holidays, or 24-hour-a-day on-call assignmentsWork after designated regular hours in case of special assignments or emergencies Physical Effort Required Sitting 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 functionsStandingWalking (distance 5' to 100')Crawling, crouching, squatting, stooping and/or kneelingReaching by extending hand(s) and/or arm(s) in any directionCommunicating through speech in the English language requiredGood distance vision and/or depth perception to judge distancesColor recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.) (TB) 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’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program . Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants 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 Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (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 employees This 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.