Assistant Director Project Development

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Location: New York, NY, United States

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Development Office

Reports To: Deputy Chief Development Officer – Development

Job Family: PPM

Grade: 009

Salary Range: $119,811 to $149,764

Work Location: 2 Broadway

Hours of Work: 3:30 AM to 5:00 PM (7.5 hours/day) or as required

Hours Outside Normal

Hours:

May include evenings and weekends.

Travel: May be required to other MTA locations or external sites.

The Assistant Director, Project Development supports the Deputy Chief Development Officer and Department leadership by providing executive support, coordinating C&D priorities across various units, leading initiatives, and liaising with external and internal stakeholder groups, including MTA operating agencies. The role ensures effective communication, coordination, and execution of initiatives across Development's six functional groups to optimize management of MTA’s Capital Program.

• Work closely and collaboratively with the department's leadership team to develop, track, monitor, and implement initiatives.
• Monitor internal and external key performance indicators, including project commitments, completions, cost and performance, staffing levels, and other critical metrics.
• Provide leadership support and guidance to department heads and staff, fostering a collaborative and high‑performing work environment.
• Refine the department's vision, mission, goals, and long‑term staffing plan.
• Coordinate with C&D human resources on short‑ and long‑term staffing needs and strategy.
• Manage special projects for the Deputy Chief Development Officer from start to finish.
• Identify areas for process improvement, develop strategies to address them, and resolve operational bottlenecks as they arise.
• Prepare analysis and reports for use by MTA leadership.
• Participate in meetings, providing guidance, making decisions, and advancing initiatives on behalf of the Deputy Chief Development Officer.

• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation, Urban Planning, Business, Public Policy, Construction Management, Finance/Economics, or a related field.
• Master’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Minimum eight years of experience in Transportation, Construction, Infrastructure, Finance, Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum four years of managerial experience.
• Familiarity with the MTA and the MTA Capital Program.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a wide variety of stakeholders across all levels of a large organization.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm for learning and for working in a high‑profile, high‑pressure environment.
• Proficiency in project management and work‑plan development.
• Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills, as well as interpersonal, organizational, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and quantitative capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Familiarity with MTA policies and procedures.

• Commuting Made Easy – Complimentary MTA transportation pass and tax‑advantaged commuter benefits.

• Premium Health Coverage – High‑quality individual, family, and domestic partner health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans.

• Retirement – Pension plans and retirement savings accounts designed for eligible employees.

• Time Off – Generous paid time off and holiday schedules.

• Professional Growth – Structured learning, skills training, and leadership programs.

• Employee Assistance – Comprehensive support services for personal and family challenges.

• Community – Employee Resource Groups and inclusive workplace culture initiatives.

Final salary is determined by experience, skill set, and alignment with compensation practices within the posted range. Eligibility for internal applicants requires at least one year of service in the current role and satisfactory performance records. All employees in policy‑making positions must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying.

MTA and its subsidiary agencies are equal‑opportunity employers, including veteran status and individuals with disabilities. The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.