Senior Engineering Director ; SBMP
Listed on 2026-07-25
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Engineering
Operations Management -
Management
Project & Program Management, Operations Management
Location: New York
Position at MTA Construction & Development
JOB TITLE:
AGENCY:
Construction & Development
DEPT/DIV:
Delivery/Small Business Mentoring Program
REPORTS TO:
WORK LOCATION:
2 Broadway
HOURS OF WORK:
8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5 HR/ DAY )
JOB FAMILY: ENG
GRADE: 007
SALARY RANGE:
$ 143,713 to $ 179,641
DEADLINE:
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 Final date to receive applications.
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.
Job S ummary
In the Small Business Mentoring Program (SB M P) Unit, a Senior Engineering Director Level 2 will use advanced Engineering knowledge and established experience to prepare and oversee complete design solutions, including non-standard elements. Knowledge of computer modeling is preferred.
This position works with Principal Engineers and Project Management leadership to ensure that projects are understood in scope and schedule. The selected candidate must be a critical thinker with advanced problem-solving skills and a results-oriented and data-driven mindset.
Responsibilities
Lead a team of engineers involved in the concept design, modification, analysis, and construction of MTA C&D projects to produce detailed and accurate drawings and specifications, including for MTA-related infrastructure.
Meet with internal MTA C&D departments and Agency Owners regarding project goals and timelines.
Ensures project plans are in place, that progress is continuously monitored, and that open issues are tracked and closed out.
Ensures work is checked for quality, completeness, and adherence to proper engineering codes/standards.
Uses various software and programs to develop/review analysis and design; plans preparation/review.
Mentors young engineers and designers, leading technical teams while developing staff.
Prepares, reviews, and/or approves proposals, contracts, or cost estimates.
Negotiates revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clients.
Assists the Project Management team through creative problem-solving during interactions with Agency Owners and by completing tasks to meet the project schedule.
Provides construction inspection support and engineering oversight on active construction projects.
Works with the Project Management team for project reviews, change procedures, and commercial and project control updates.
Education and Experience
Bachelor of Science degree in the appropriate Engineering disciplines (Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, Structural, Communications, Track, Signals, Environmental, Fire Protection).
Master's preferred.
Must have a minimum of fourteen (14) years of related experience.
Must have a minimum of eight (8) years in a management or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Registered NYS Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) required.
Demonstrated experience in large-scale engineering issues for significant construction projects or projects with highly complex systems is…
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