Vice President Deputy Project Executive (Interborough Express)

About the role

The Vice President, Deputy Project Executive (Design & Operations), is responsible for managing the delivery of the Interborough Express project in the MTA Construction and Development (C&D) Delivery Department. This position oversees design development, develops and oversees implementation of light rail operations, coordinates project delivery activities, and manages staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project activities through project close-out.
• Maintain project performance against established baselines and pursue opportunities for improved performance.
• Identify and resolve project issues and risks.
• Recommend solutions to senior management for critical issue resolution.
• Manage project activities to minimize impact on agency operations and the public.
• Coordinate project activities with the project team, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, third party operators and partners, and other stakeholders.
• Ensure project activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure safety and quality are integral parts of project operations.
• Manage project documentation to ensure quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Monitor progress against project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Work collaboratively with Development and Contracts throughout the project life-cycle.
• Manage staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, discipline/termination as needed.
• Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Minimum of sixteen (16) years of related experience in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Minimum of ten (10) years in managing construction programs/projects or a supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.
• PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.
• Significant experience in project management for major construction projects with highly complex systems preferred.
• Experience leading and managing contractors, subcontractors, or vendors.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all internal organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
• Focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.
• Excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.