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VP Capital Projects Implementation & Construction

Employer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location
Washington D.C
Closing date
Nov 12, 2019

Job Details

Department Marketing Statement

Vice President, Project Implementation & Construction:

Want to have a lasting impact on the Washington DC region and public transit? With $25 billion in capital needs and $1.5b in annual dedicated capital funding, WMATA is expanding its capital program and seeking a Vice President for Project Implementation & Construction to deliver new and rehabilitated assets into operations. As a senior leader of WMATA's Capital Delivery team, you will manage infrastructure projects from design through construction, collaborating extensively with Engineering and Operations to ensure projects meet all safety, quality and operational requirements, while delivering on time and on budget. Build upon your project management and construction experience to scale up Metro's capital program and execute innovative project delivery strategies to maximize value for the Authority.

WMATA uses many different contracting methods from DBB through Progressive Design Build, with projects ranging in size from simple task orders to complex $500m+ design-build projects. The ideal candidate is action-oriented and adaptable, able scale project processes and solutions to adapt to project size, risk and contract methodology. The successful candidate will be able to leverage their significant construction and contract administration experience to resolve problems quickly and effectively.

Minimum Qualifications

Education
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction, Business or related field

Experience
  • Ten (10) or more years of experience in project management, engineering and/or construction and Contract Management, including contract administration, change order management & negotiations. Experience with bidding process is desirable

Certification/Licensure
  • N/A

Preferred
  • Master's Degree in Engineering, Construction, Business or related field
  • Professional Engineering License

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

Job Summary

The Vice President, Project Implementation and Construction is responsible for directing and managing the activities and operations of the Office of Project Implementation & Construction (PICO). Incumbent is responsible for planning, managing and coordinating the implementation of capital projects. Incumbent is responsible for assisting and providing high level management support to the EVP, Capital Delivery. Provides senior leadership and guidance for achieving best practices in planning, design, construction, project and program management, and project delivery methods. The incumbent ensures that policies, procedures, and standards comply with various legal, safety, and other requirements, particularly FTA project management oversight. Incumbent directs, oversees, and monitors engineering, construction and other capital activities of consultants to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications, timetables, budget, and other conditions.

Essential Functions
  • Develops and manages implementation of the Office of Project Implementation & Construction's short- and long-term goals, objectives, policies and priorities and determines the allocation of resources and organization structure.
  • Evaluates staffing and organizational development to ensure that the number of personnel are commensurate with the magnitude of workload. Ensures that staff have the technical knowledge or training for their jobs and performs coaching/mentoring and training of staff directly. Carries out supervisory responsibilities which include interviewing, hiring, planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance and addressing complaints and grievances.
  • Directs the implementation of capital projects, from detailed design through construction and assures that each project contract is completed in strict compliance with the plans and specifications. Monitors progress, identifying, and resolving problems so that projects are completed on time and within budget.
  • Collaborates with the Procurement Department for the development of bid documents through request for proposals and award.
  • Provides oversight of Procurement Officer determinations, claims and settlement activities associated with construction contracts.
  • Resolves disputes with construction contractors and negotiates major change orders.
  • Ensures effective coordination of preliminary and final design and project activities with other Authority department's related or adjacent projects and with outside interested agencies and jurisdictions.
  • Coordinates external stakeholder engagement with Government Relations (GOVR) to assure all concerns have been satisfied. Represents WMATA at community and local jurisdiction meetings as required.
  • Ensures safe execution of work through managing the development effective, site-specific work plans and inspections, in compliance with WMATA work rules, SAFE approvals (as applicable) and local jurisdictional permitting requirements.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:
  • Personal Interview
  • Skills Assessments
  • Verification of education and experience
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Credit history report for positions with fiduciary responsibilities
  • Successful completion of a medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening
  • Review of a current Motor Vehicle Report

Closing

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority, a Federal contractor, is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification exists. Our hiring process is designed to be accessible and free from discrimination.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job Descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.

Company

The Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority operates the second largest rail transit system and the fifth largest bus network in the United States. Safe, clean and reliable, "America's Transit System" transports more than a third of the federal government to work and millions of tourists to the landmarks in the Nation's Capital.

Metro has earned a worldwide reputation for security and architectural beauty. WMATA is clearly the employer of choice for over 10,000 area residents. The Authority was created in 1967 by an interstate compact to plan, develop, build, finance and operate a balanced regional transportation system in the National Capital area. Construction of the Metrorail system began in 1969. Four area bus systems were acquired in 1973. The first phase of Metrorail began operation in 1976. The final leg of the original 103-mile rail network was completed in early 2001. Metrorail now operates 83 stations. One line extension and three new stations are now under construction.

Metrorail and Metrobus serve a population of 3.4 million within a 1,500-square-mile area. The transit zone consists of the District of Columbia, the suburban Maryland counties of Montgomery and Prince George's and the Northern Virginia counties of Arlington, Fairfax and Loudoun and the cities of Alexandria, Fairfax and Falls Church. Overall, about 40 percent of the region's residents commute to work on Metro.

Metro and the federal government are partners in transportation. Half of the 83 Metrorail stations serve federal facilities and 36 percent of the local federal workforce uses Metro. We are committed to being an integral part of the Washington metropolitan area by ensuring the best in safe, reliable, cost-effective and responsive transit services, by promoting regional mobility and by contributing toward the social, economic and environmental well-being of our community. Employees are Metro.; We are committed to providing a working environment that fosters a high standard of performance, recognition for contributions and innovations, mutual respect and a healthy quality of life.

We are committed to developing ourselves through technology, training and education. We recognize our diversity as a source of strength that enables us to attain individual and Authority goals. In addition to competitive salaries, Metro employees enjoy a number of attractive benefits. These benefits include paid time off in the form of vacations, holidays and sick leave; medical, dental, life insurances as well as long term disability. Retirement is planned for through a defined contribution plan and a deferred compensation plan. Alternative work schedules, teleworking and free transportation on Metrorail and Metrobus make for an great benefits package for WMATA employees.Jump to our website to apply online for current openings and save the link for future vacancies as they occur.http://content.wmata.com/jobs/employment_opportunities.cfm

 

 

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