What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Director, Force Account position at Metropolitan Transportation Authority?
Description
Position at Metro-North Railroad
POSTING NO.
7362
JOB TITLE :
Assistant Director, Force Account
DEPT / DIV :
Operating Capital Projects / Operations
WORK LOCATION : New York City
FULL / PART-TIME
FULL
SALARY RANGE : 94,906.00-$112,000
DEADLINE : Until Filled
This position is eligible for teleworking which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.
Metro-North Railroad reserves the right to remove this posting before the Application Deadline.
Opening :
MTA Metro-North Railroad is a dynamic organization, operating out of the jewel of New York City, Grand Central Terminal. We provide service to over 86.5 million customers, traveling in and out of New York and Connecticut. A subsidiary of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Metro-North Railroad is one of the busiest commuter railroads in the nation. MTA Metro-North Railroad strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities to its employees.
Position Objective :
To manage construction projects built primarily by Metro-North Railroad personnel in the Maintenance of Way departments (collectively called "Force Account"), safely and efficiently, on time and within budget; with, or without, the support of outside, non-Metro-North Railroad construction contractors. These will be primarily track and structure projects. Also, oversee other construction-related projects as assigned.
Responsibilities :
- Develop scopes of work for all assigned construction projects involving Maintenance of Way resources (Force Account), by coordinating efforts with all involved Force Account departments including Track, Structures, (Electrical) Power, Communications, Signal, and Grand Central Terminal, as well as other departments, to include Safety, Security, Maintenance of Equipment, Capital Programs, Budget, Procurement, etc. Participate in correspondence with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority as required. Coordinate Force Account construction activities with non-Metro-North construction contractors, and / or oversee the construction work effort of such contractors as required.
- Develop schedules / Critical Path Methods (CPMs), Force Account cost estimates, material specifications, and detailed project management plans that satisfy all current or future requirements.
- Coordinate with the internal Procurement & Material Management department, secure and monitor outside contractual services and when required, arrange for the use of the Metro-North Railroad General Engineering Consultant (GEC) on projects assigned.
- Act as project manager to coordinate Force Account work efforts among all participating departments, schedule regular progress meetings, and conduct field inspections as needed. The position is primarily office-based during regular working hours, however, depending on project & construction schedules approximately 1-3 night and / or weekend shifts at a construction site per month are required.
- Direct efforts in the development of design criteria and specifications for materials required for assigned Force Account projects.
- Provide management oversight for the monthly spending vs. work complete and budget vs. actual summary documents, review invoices, and monitor material purchases. Update all required reports.
- Provide assistance on special projects within the Operating Capital Project Department as well as the Force Account departments.
Required Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :
Required Education and Experience :
The following is / are preferred, but other satisfactory combinations of relevant experience, education, and / or technical credentials will be considered :
Other Information
This position is safety-sensitive and subject to toxicological testing.
According to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers; or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.
Salary : $94,906 - $112,000
