Assistant Design Manager

Job ID: 16482

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Stations

Date Posted: Jul 14, 2026

Description

JOB TITLE:

Assistant Design Manager

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Delivery/Stations

REPORTS TO:

Manager, Design

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

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

JOB FAMILY: CON

GRADE: 002

SALARY RANGE:

$84,893 to $106,117

DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites.

MTA Construction & Development reserves the right to remove this posting before the application deadline.

Agency Mission

MTA Construction & Development (C&D) is responsible for the planning, development, and execution of all capital construction projects across the MTA region. Through centralized oversight and management of the MTA’s $64 billion Capital Program, C&D ensures the efficient delivery of critical infrastructure projects that support the region’s vast transportation network. As part of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the largest transportation network in North America, C&D plays a key role in modernizing and expanding services that support 15.3 million residents across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. C&D is committed to delivering safe, innovative, and cost-effective capital projects that enhance the customer experience and strengthen the reliability and resilience of the MTA system.

Telework

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.

Summary

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 Assistant Design Manager supports the architectural and engineering design processes to conform to professional industry and MTA C&D standards.

Responsibilities

Support in-house technical designs for non-Design-Build projects.

Assist in the monitoring and/or auditing of third-party technical design and engineering activities for compliance with the contract’s requirements.

Support in-house technical designs for non-Design-Build projects.

Assist in the monitoring and/or auditing of third-party technical design and engineering activities for compliance with the contract’s requirements.

The incumbent leads the design team to effectively execute the design management process, including involvement in project planning and responsibility for scope development/management, design, and design support services through the project lifecycle.

Responsible for ensuring that project design deliverables reflect all project planning documentation, applicable design standards and guidelines, and project requirements of the MTA operating agency clients.

In coordination with the Delivery Services Office, manage the adoption of innovative methods, processes, and standards to ensure effective and efficient delivery of design management and design support, maximizing quality outcomes following established requirements.

Oversee design team performance, ensure that project designs are delivered on schedule and within budget, and maintain appropriate project documentation.

Ensure design functions are executed in compliance with relevant standards, guidelines, laws, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Oversee design team participation in project alternatives, feasibility, cost-benefit, risk, constructability, lifecycle cost analyses, and studies.

Develop and maintain productive and transparent relationships with all relevant stakeholders, including MTA operating agency clients.

Ensure effective communication on project status and timely resolution of issues.

Oversee selection, development, and motivation of personnel.

Ensure prompt and effective coaching, counseling, and career development for subordinates.

Responsible for reviewing staff performance and discipline/termination of employees when necessary.

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

Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

Bachelor’s deg…