Los Angeles Metro
DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING (REGIONAL RAIL)
Los Angeles Metro, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
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Los Angeles Metro 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. Description This position is responsible for managing projects and overseeing the construction of Regional Rail capital improvements within Los Angeles County. It involves coordination with local, state, and federal partners to actively promote the Regional Rail program and advance the design and development of capital improvement projects. Examples of Duties Oversees and manages large-scale engineering and architectural activities for major rail and bus projects to ensure compliance with Metro, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements Oversees and administers the design, procurement, construction, and installation of major bus and rail facilities Oversees the management of consultant contracts for design, construction, or procurement of facilities and systems equipment Negotiates consultant and equipment contracts, including contract changes; oversees change control process Participates in the preparation of contract front-end documents Directs preparation of feasibility and trade-off studies, engineering reports, and economic analyses Administers and monitors work and contracts for compliance with budget, schedule, standards, and objectives Reviews consultants plans and specifications for technical adequacy and completeness Facilitates resolution of design, construction, third party, and operations problems Recommends design activity improvements for efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness Interfaces with the various divisions of Metro Plans budget and staffing needs and assists in preparing department and project budgets Represents Metro before outside agencies Prepares and presents reports to management, staff, the Board of Directors, community groups, and government officials Serves as chairperson for design reviews and other technical meetings Directs, supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff 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 assigned employees 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. Required Education : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field Experience : Five years of relevant management-level experience as an engineer, architect or Project Manager on major transit or public works projects with at least two years of experience in specialized area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements : 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 California registration as a Professional Engineer is desirable Experience managing engineering and construction of large-scale transit projects, including constructing grade separations, double tracks, and stations Experience managing heavy civil construction including roads, transit, and active transportation projects Experience utilizing construction scheduling principles, including critical path method (CPM), schedule recovery strategies, and delay analysis Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, including agency staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders Essential Knowledge Theories, principles, and practices of applicable disciplines in architectural, civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, or environmental engineering, hazardous waste regulations, and environmental laws Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing environmental, engineering, equipment, construction standards, and rail transit operations Project management and control practices Financial, analytical, and statistical research and mathematical processes and procedures Metro policies and procedures Principles of supervision Applicable business software applications Skill in Planning, organizing, and managing large-scale design and construction projects Reading, analyzing, and interpreting engineering plans and specifications for large-scale engineering projects Preparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondence Analyzing data and situations, identifying problems, developing and recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Negotiating Ability to Manage projects from start-up to completion Think and act independently Prioritize and multi-task Make financial decisions within a budget Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, budgets, contracts Supervise, train, mentor, and motivate assigned staff Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements 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 This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required 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 Los Angeles 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.
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DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING (REGIONAL RAIL)
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Los Angeles Metro 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. Description This position is responsible for managing projects and overseeing the construction of Regional Rail capital improvements within Los Angeles County. It involves coordination with local, state, and federal partners to actively promote the Regional Rail program and advance the design and development of capital improvement projects. Examples of Duties Oversees and manages large-scale engineering and architectural activities for major rail and bus projects to ensure compliance with Metro, federal, state, and local regulatory requirements Oversees and administers the design, procurement, construction, and installation of major bus and rail facilities Oversees the management of consultant contracts for design, construction, or procurement of facilities and systems equipment Negotiates consultant and equipment contracts, including contract changes; oversees change control process Participates in the preparation of contract front-end documents Directs preparation of feasibility and trade-off studies, engineering reports, and economic analyses Administers and monitors work and contracts for compliance with budget, schedule, standards, and objectives Reviews consultants plans and specifications for technical adequacy and completeness Facilitates resolution of design, construction, third party, and operations problems Recommends design activity improvements for efficiency, compliance, and cost-effectiveness Interfaces with the various divisions of Metro Plans budget and staffing needs and assists in preparing department and project budgets Represents Metro before outside agencies Prepares and presents reports to management, staff, the Board of Directors, community groups, and government officials Serves as chairperson for design reviews and other technical meetings Directs, supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff 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 assigned employees 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. Required Education : Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or a related field Experience : Five years of relevant management-level experience as an engineer, architect or Project Manager on major transit or public works projects with at least two years of experience in specialized area of assignment Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements : 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 California registration as a Professional Engineer is desirable Experience managing engineering and construction of large-scale transit projects, including constructing grade separations, double tracks, and stations Experience managing heavy civil construction including roads, transit, and active transportation projects Experience utilizing construction scheduling principles, including critical path method (CPM), schedule recovery strategies, and delay analysis Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, including agency staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders Essential Knowledge Theories, principles, and practices of applicable disciplines in architectural, civil, mechanical, structural, electrical, or environmental engineering, hazardous waste regulations, and environmental laws Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing environmental, engineering, equipment, construction standards, and rail transit operations Project management and control practices Financial, analytical, and statistical research and mathematical processes and procedures Metro policies and procedures Principles of supervision Applicable business software applications Skill in Planning, organizing, and managing large-scale design and construction projects Reading, analyzing, and interpreting engineering plans and specifications for large-scale engineering projects Preparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondence Analyzing data and situations, identifying problems, developing and recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions Communicating effectively orally and in writing Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees and outside representatives Negotiating Ability to Manage projects from start-up to completion Think and act independently Prioritize and multi-task Make financial decisions within a budget Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, budgets, contracts Supervise, train, mentor, and motivate assigned staff Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements 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 This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required 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 Los Angeles 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.
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