Assistant Vice President, Commissioning Executive (DSO)

Description JOB TITLE:

Assistant Vice President, Commissioning Executive

Agency Construction & Development

Dept/Div Delivery\Delivery Service Office

Reports To Vice President, Project Executive

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

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

JOB FAMILY: CON

GRADE: 008

Salary Range $172,488 to $215,560

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 $68.4 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 The AVP, Commissioning Executive, has broad authority for decision-making, staffing, and budget for their functional area of responsibility within broadly defined policies and objectives, including wide latitude to consider the development of plans, priorities, and processes to achieve objectives.

The AVP, Commissioning is the technical authority within the Delivery Services Office or an Integrated Mega Project who will act as the principal technical authority for commissioning processes for complex facilities, communications, and signaling systems for transit and railroad infrastructure throughout a project’s lifecycle (planning through warranty).

Responsibilities Provides guidance and quick decisions in evaluating facilities, signal and telecommunication systems, and/or infrastructure systems.

Accountable for the application of the commissioning process and achievement of project performance requirements, as identified during the early stages of a project’s lifecycle, along with the verification/documentation of those requirements through final design and construction.

Interacts with regulatory authorities for system safety documentation and assurance.

Provides final recommendations to Project Leadership in resolving escalated items.

Oversees the entire commissioning program and sets expectations for a clear strategy to ensure a smooth transition from construction to operation.

Creates ongoing opportunities for MTA C&D to research and develop project requirements aligned with leading proper commissioning strategies, training, and policies within the industry.

Responsible for commissioning teams in various specialized disciplines.

Education and Experience

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

Master’s preferred.

Must have a minimum of fourteen (14) years of related experience

Minimum of eight (8) years in a management or supervisory role and/or a project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Competencies Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.

PMP, CCM, Certified Commissioning Professional (CCP) preferred.

Significant experience in project management/commissioning for major construction 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. …