Senior Director Design Compliance

Overview

Position at MTA Construction & Development

This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Senior Director, Design Compliance

AGENCY:
Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:
Delivery / Second Avenue Subway

REPORTS TO:

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM or as required (7.5 HR/DAY)

JOB FAMILY: CON

GRADE: 007

SALARY RANGE: $149,247 to $186,559

Design/Design Compliance Services has technical authority for establishing and auditing design delivery standards for all engineering and architectural disciplines in C&D Delivery. The Senior Director of Design Compliance manages all architectural and engineering design processes within a large delivery business unit project to conform to professional industry and MTA C&D standards. This position fosters key technical thought leaders who are experts in their discipline to provide MTA with cutting-edge solutions in driving design innovation and conformance.

• Fosters a culture of innovation and change in design delivery methods, technologies, and strategy.
• Provides the DSO with lessons learned and strategies to streamline design reviews and creates training opportunities across integrated project teams.
• Establishes, monitors, and/or audits the Design-Builder’s design and engineering activities for compliance with the Contract requirements and the Design-Builder’s Quality Control Plan.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of related experience.
• Minimum of eight (8) years in managing design projects or supervisory roles in a large, multi-faceted organization.
• Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect required.
• Demonstrated experience in design project management for major construction projects.
• Proven ability to collaborate with a broad range of stakeholders and drive outcomes.

• 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 on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.
• Excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policy making position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC r to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

The MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.