Senior Vice President Program Executive (Systems)

Job ID: 8248

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Systems-C&D

Date Posted: Jul 23, 2024

Description

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

JOB TITLE:

Senior Vice President, Program Executive

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Delivery /Systems

REPORTS TO:

Deputy CDO Delivery

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

9:00 AM to 5:30 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY )

HAY POINTS:

1960

SALARY RANGE :

$ 189,781 to $ 249,088

DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

S ummary

The Senior Vice President, Program Executive manages capital project delivery within the Systems business unit in the MTA Construction and Development (C&D) Delivery Department. Highest level position in a large program. Responsible for all phases of the program , from planning through completion to handover to the operating owner. Accounta ble for program safety, quality, risk, and commercial matters on time and within budget.

The Senior Vice President, Program Executive monitors project status, mitigates risk, and resolves project issues, consulting with and providing recommendations to senior management for critical issue resolution. This position coordinates project delivery activities with C&D and operating agency personnel and manages staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces in the safe and efficient execution of capital projects.

Examples of projects include:

High - speed communications networks and infrastructure

Closed Circuit TV and streaming video

Public Address / Customer Information Signs

Wireless communications systems and networks

Responsibilities

The SVP is responsible for developing and implementing a C&D-wide performance management system.

The SVP will provide vision and leadership for creating and implementing an agency-wide enterprise solution to allow more informed and transparent agency and project-level decision-making.

P rovide vision and leadership for cross-departmental capital program management policies, procedures, and processes.

P rovide oversight for quality management at the agency level.

The SVP is responsible for successfully managing and mentoring staff to enable the agency to deliver complex capital projects.

Identify issues and risks and ensure timely resolution and mitigation.

Recommend solutions to executive management for the resolution of critical issues.

Manages program activities to minimize the impact on agency operations and the public.

Coordinate program activities with the executive and senior leadership teams, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders.

Ensure program activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Ensure that safety and q uality are an integral part of program operations.

Manage and monitor progress against the agency and program goals.

Review and approve invoices and other charges based on established procedures. Ensure that expenditures are appropriately charged.

Manage comprehensive document control and retention.

Manage the preparation of reports, presentations, research, and studies.

Manage staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, and discipline/termination as needed.

Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential .

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.

Must have a minimum of twenty (20) years of related experience .

Must have a minimum of least twelve (12) years in a management or supervisory role and/or Program/Project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Competencies:

Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.

PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.

Significant experience in program management for major construction programs or projects with highly complex systems preferred.

Substantial 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 levels within the organization.

Demonstrated ability to work in a high - profile, high - pressure environment effectively.

Must have focus and ability to deliver on results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.

Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.

Must possess excellent team - building , listening, problem - solving, and prioritization skills.

Alternative Delivery experience preferred.

Other Information

Pursuant 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”).

Selection Criteria

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

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Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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 .