Director- RPS

Director- RPS

Job Title : Director- RPS

Department : Railroad Program Support

MTA Agency : LIRR

Primary Location(s) : Queens

Salary Range : $129,018-$ 155,443.

Position Classification : Safety Sensitive

Closing Date : 11 / 9 / 2025

Job Summary

This position is accountable to oversee Force Account and 3rd Party projects in the Railroad Program Support Department by providing the necessary support to LIRR Operations and MTA Construction & Development's LIRR Delivery Business Unit (LIRR BU) including the managing of multiple large scale Force Account projects and related project teams, and / or large Track Infrastructure Improvement Projects, including design consultants, construction contractors, and LIRR Force Account to ensure they meet established scopes, schedules, and budgets. This position is responsible for the planning, development, and successful completion of specific projects and programs, as well as staff management and coordination with LIRR Operational Departments, MTA Headquarters, MTA Construction and Development Group and LIRR BU as assigned by the Chief Program Officer. This position should ensure that the projects are on schedule, within budget, in compliance with government mandates, policies, procedures and project management practices needed to maintain the highest quality standards with minimum impact to LIRR operations while maintaining a safe environment for employees and customers.

Duties And Responsibilities

Supervise the oversight and project management of a large complex project, including the planning, development, design, construction, and close-out in accordance with LIRR's Procedures and Guidelines.

Provide assistance to the Chief Program Officer in the formulation of project schedules, plans, and strategic implementation of these plans through successful completion within budget and schedules with minimal changes and service disruptions.

Report to LIRR Executive Management and maintain effective working relationships with the other departments within LIRR and other agencies to ensure that they provide necessary approvals and concurrence relative to critical decisions and activities.

Oversee and carry out procurement methodologies that are consistent with the needs of the projects and will meet with MTA approval. Technical Information and requirements that make up IFB or RFP Documents must clearly state the needs of the project, create a competitive process for selection, and avoid unnecessary change orders, claims, or delays.

Direct the management of staff performance through interaction, review of management reports, and on-site inspections.

Provide status update summaries for projects and present monthly to all related end users and project supporting departments. Represent OSG projects at public forums and coordinate activities with external influences.

Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline / termination of employees when necessary. Review direct reports and approve performance appraisals. Promote safe work practices and provide safe working conditions. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

Ensure a safe working environment and adherence to the guidelines of the company's safety policies and procedures. Lead by example.

All other assignments at the request of senior staff.

Required Education And Experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business or related field. (Engineering / Construction Management is preferred). An additional 4 years of directly related equivalent experience and education may be considered in lieu of the degree.

Minimum of 10 years' experience.

Must have related, progressively responsible, senior-level project management experience in Force Account Engineering / Construction Projects.

Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex Third-Party or Force Account Capital Project, including planning, design, and construction, as well as funding approvals, procurement strategies, and contract negotiations.

Must possess 8 years of experience in managing staff in a project management environment with responsibility for project budgets and schedules.

Must possess demonstrated effective problem-solving, judgment, and decision-making skills with a high degree of professional integrity.

Must possess proven communications, human relations, strong leadership, negotiation, and budgeting skills.

Must have the ability to work effectively with senior-level staff and individuals from external oversight agencies, consultants, MTA, FTA, etc.

Must possess excellent organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Proven ability to effectively direct and motivate professional staff to accomplish department and company goals.

Must be an experienced professional with a high degree of professional integrity and a strong work ethic.

Must have extensive experience managing third-party Consultants and Contractors.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineers License

Project Management (PMP) or Construction Management Certification (CCM)

Knowledge of MTA policies & procedures

Benefits

Commuting Assistance - based on operating MTA agency (complimentary transportation pass within the MTA's jurisdiction and tax-advantaged accounts)

Low Premium - High Quality Health Insurance Plans (lifetime coverage for eligible retirees and their dependents)

Pension plans and retirement savings accounts for eligible employees

Generous Paid Time Off and Holidays provided.

Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees

Employee Assistance Programs

MTA Exclusive Employee Discount Programs

Work Life Services team and Office of the Chaplains unit

Employee Resource Groups

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