Senior Vice President Project Executive

Job Overview

JOB TITLE:

Senior Vice President, Project Executive

AGENCY:
Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:
Delivery/Delivery Office

REPORTS TO:

Deputy Chief Delivery Officer - Delivery

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK: 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM or as required (7.5HR/DAY)

JOB FAMILY: CON

GRADE: 010

SALARY RANGE: $221,333 to $258,497

The Senior Vice President, Project Executive is responsible for managing capital project delivery within the MTA Construction and Development (C&D) Delivery Department. The role ensures projects are safe, efficient, on schedule, within budget, and compliant with all contractual and policy requirements. The Senior Vice President monitors project status, mitigates risk, and resolves issues, providing recommendations to senior management for critical issue resolution.

The position coordinates project delivery activities with C&D and operating agency personnel, manages staff, contractors, consultants, and agency forces in the safe and efficient execution of capital projects.

• Successfully manage and mentor staff to deliver complex capital projects.
• Coordinate project activities through project close‑out.
• Monitor project performance against established baselines and pursue opportunities for improved performance.
• Identify project issues and risks and ensure timely resolution and mitigation.
• Recommend solutions to senior management for the resolution of critical issues.
• Manage project activities to minimize the impact on agency operations and the public.
• Coordinate activities with the project team, C&D staff, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate with MTA operating agency staff to ensure that necessary actions, approvals, and resources are in place to support project delivery.
• Ensure project activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure safety and quality are integral parts of project operations; manage preparation and monitor implementation of project plans, quality plans, and work plans.
• Manage project documentation to ensure quality, completeness, and accuracy.
• Manage and monitor progress against project scope, schedule, and budget.
• Work collaboratively with Development and Contracts throughout the project life‑cycle, including developing project scope, requirements, design criteria, and procurement packages, evaluating bids/proposals, negotiating change orders, and timely completing contractor/consultant evaluation processes.
• Review and approve contract invoices and other project charges based on established procedures, ensuring expenditures are correctly charged.
• Manage comprehensive project document control and retention.
• Prepare reports, presentations, research, and studies.
• Present project reporting and coordinate audit/inquiry responses for MTA and external oversight bodies.
• 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.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.
• Minimum of twenty (20) years of related experience.
• Minimal of twelve (12) years in a management or supervisory role and/or program/project manager role in a large, multi‑faceted organization.
• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) is desirable.
• PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.
• Experience in project management for major construction projects or highly complex systems is preferred.
• 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.
• Focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Proven leadership as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.
• Excellent teamwork, listening, problem‑solving, and prioritization skills.
• Alternative Delivery experience preferred.

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.