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Project Manager
Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Project Manager will be responsible for supporting project management team in various administrative tasks in all aspects of managing highway construction projects from advertising, to award, through construction, and project closeout. This position will interact daily with representatives of Metro, consultant management support, third parties, and contractors in the administration of highway construction. This position will also be focusing on administrative tasks and duties supporting various projects under Senior Directors of Construction Management, Directors of Engineering and other staff in various activities and multitasks. This role is fully onsite and will be based at our headquarters or in field operations. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of October 27, 2025. Examples of Duties
Manages various aspects of a project which may include finances, research, design, technical support, schedules, budget compliance, planning, and agency reporting Oversees the development of project specifications and requirement Manages a project's scheduling, prioritization of work, budget development, monitoring, planning, and reporting Reviews, analyzes, and interprets contract specifications and scope of work documents of a project to ensure conformance with requirements, regulations, codes, policies, procedures and plans Reviews, analyzes, and monitors actual project performance to ensure conformance with scope, schedule, and budget Attends progress meetings with members of the project team to report on status Identifies problems and recommends resolutions to budget, cost, and schedule-related activities Prepares reports for management Participates in project outreach Coordinates with various stakeholders Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all subordinate employees Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Planning, Public Administration, Political Science or a related field and Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in project management, project funding and financing, or project delivery. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Preferred Qualifications
Experience working collaboratively within diverse teams to resolve issues and manage contract document control systems Experience gathering information and analyzing data to make recommendations to a project team Experience supporting and analyzing complex construction issues, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Experience writing technical documents and reports, including responses to Contractor correspondence, Requests for Information (RFI's), and Requests for Changes (RFC's) Experience supporting the development and implementation of complex public sector projects Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of project management Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations Contract administration Applicable business software applications Local, state, and federal issues, including but not limited to labor, business, and environmental issues Skill in exercising judgment and creativity in making decisions Interacting professionally with various levels employees and outside representatives Communicating effectively orally and in writing Analyzing situations and identifying problems Preparing comprehensive reports and correspondence Ability to provide assistance in monitoring multiple projects to ensure compliance with schedule and budget Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Recommend action plans, report on progress, review and comment on contract required documents, and respond to requests from executive management Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Negotiate contract terms Determine strategies to achieve goals Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions
Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Selection Procedure: Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Project Manager will be responsible for supporting project management team in various administrative tasks in all aspects of managing highway construction projects from advertising, to award, through construction, and project closeout. This position will interact daily with representatives of Metro, consultant management support, third parties, and contractors in the administration of highway construction. This position will also be focusing on administrative tasks and duties supporting various projects under Senior Directors of Construction Management, Directors of Engineering and other staff in various activities and multitasks. This role is fully onsite and will be based at our headquarters or in field operations. Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of October 27, 2025. Examples of Duties
Manages various aspects of a project which may include finances, research, design, technical support, schedules, budget compliance, planning, and agency reporting Oversees the development of project specifications and requirement Manages a project's scheduling, prioritization of work, budget development, monitoring, planning, and reporting Reviews, analyzes, and interprets contract specifications and scope of work documents of a project to ensure conformance with requirements, regulations, codes, policies, procedures and plans Reviews, analyzes, and monitors actual project performance to ensure conformance with scope, schedule, and budget Attends progress meetings with members of the project team to report on status Identifies problems and recommends resolutions to budget, cost, and schedule-related activities Prepares reports for management Participates in project outreach Coordinates with various stakeholders Communicates and implements safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency's safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all subordinate employees Contributes to ensuring that the EEO policies and programs of Metro are carried out May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Planning, Public Administration, Political Science or a related field and Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience in project management, project funding and financing, or project delivery. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Preferred Qualifications
Experience working collaboratively within diverse teams to resolve issues and manage contract document control systems Experience gathering information and analyzing data to make recommendations to a project team Experience supporting and analyzing complex construction issues, identifying problems, and recommending solutions Experience writing technical documents and reports, including responses to Contractor correspondence, Requests for Information (RFI's), and Requests for Changes (RFC's) Experience supporting the development and implementation of complex public sector projects Essential Knowledge
Knowledge of theories, principles, and practices of project management Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations Contract administration Applicable business software applications Local, state, and federal issues, including but not limited to labor, business, and environmental issues Skill in exercising judgment and creativity in making decisions Interacting professionally with various levels employees and outside representatives Communicating effectively orally and in writing Analyzing situations and identifying problems Preparing comprehensive reports and correspondence Ability to provide assistance in monitoring multiple projects to ensure compliance with schedule and budget Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Recommend action plans, report on progress, review and comment on contract required documents, and respond to requests from executive management Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Negotiate contract terms Determine strategies to achieve goals Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions
Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Selection Procedure: Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open: Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open: Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open: Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open: Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open: Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.