Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
SENIOR DIRECTOR, REAL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT (ACQUISITION/RELOCATIO
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Directs, plans, and oversees projects and/or programs associated with Metro real estate assets, right of way delivery process, and/or special projects involving new Metro business opportunities. The Senior Director, Real Property Management & Development, leads Metro’s acquisitions and relocation program to support capital project delivery. This role directs complex right‑of‑way activities, ensures compliance with the Uniform Relocation Assistance Act and related regulations, and manages teams and consultants to keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Recruitment Timeline Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of November 3, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Directs, plans, and oversees work related to key Metro real estate assets, including work related to right of way delivery processes necessary to construct and maintain Metro's infrastructure, or to Metro owned properties, including rental revenue and property maintenance, and leasing of commercial facilities to facilitate both transit or non‑transit operations
Develops and delivers quality projects from inception to close‑out, on time, and within scope and budget
Leads negotiation of all business‑related terms and conditions associated with joint development and new business opportunities, and oversees the drafting and preparation of related contracts
Directs, plans, and oversees work related to the development of special projects involving new business opportunities for Metro
Assists in the preparation and oversight of department/unit budgets, goals, and schedules
Monitors and ensures projects are completed according to Metro policy, procedures, deadlines, and standards, and in compliance with federal and state regulations
Coordinates and interfaces with consultants and other departments providing project support and input
Directs, plans, and oversees preparation of RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and RFQs (Requests for Quotes) related to joint development projects and new business opportunities
Coordinates, presents, and disseminates information to various departments, agencies, organizations, and the public
Represents the department in management meetings and task forces to assist in determining strategic approaches related to joint development and new business generation
Develops project/program guidelines and policies
Participates in the selection and hiring of consultants; oversees and reviews their work for conformance with Metro policies, compliance with contract provisions, and completion of scope of work; and approves consultant payments
Manages sub‑consultant contracts and deliverables
Manages, motivates, and develops assigned staff
Analyzes and evaluates project costs, benefits, and alternative action plans
Represents the department and Metro before regulatory agencies, professional organizations, community groups, project stakeholders, and at other meetings
Prepares and presents comprehensive reports and correspondence to management, Metro Board, outside agencies, and the public
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
Other Related Duties May be required to perform other related job duties.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's degree in a related field preferred
Experience
Five years of relevant management‑level experience in rights‑of‑way project management, planning, and development of public projects, and special projects related to new business opportunities; experience in public sector is preferred
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
Experience managing and leading a Right of Way/Real Estate team on major capital projects for public agencies
Experience managing acquisitions and relocations under the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act
Experience negotiating sophisticated transactions in dealing with consultants, attorneys, and third‑party sellers
Experience preparing and maintaining comprehensive departmental budget including staffing, consultant services, and Right‑of‑Way costs
Knowledge of
Theories, principles, and practices of business, real estate, real estate development, appraisal, and transportation applicable to assigned area of responsibility
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, right of way, real estate, and development practices
Eminent domain process and schedule, or real property management principles and practices, based on assigned area of responsibility
Economics and business statistics
Project management and control practices
Finance and budget practices
Staff management practices and principles
Applicable business software applications
Skill in
Organizing and managing deliverables
Performing financial and statistical analysis
Analyzing situations, identifying issues and opportunities, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Critical thinking and problem solving
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in proactive decision making
Communicating effectively and diplomatically orally and in writing
Managing, motivating, training, and developing assigned staff
Negotiating and mediating
Ability to
Analyze, manage, and conceptualize complex joint development projects and new business opportunities
Perform constant analysis of projects, schedules, and issues in order to meet tight deadlines and standards
Make independent, timely, and strategic decisions
Manage multiple tasks in various stages
Make sound financial decisions
Work cooperatively with various disciplines in often tight deadlines
Monitor and evaluate the work of consultants
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Assist in the development and implementation of departmental budgets, policies, procedures, and regulations
Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence using a variety of programs
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various Metro departments, Metro Board of Directors and their deputies, and outside representatives
Communicate clearly and concisely regarding complex concepts, including communicating real estate issues with non‑real estate disciplines
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
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out.
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Recruitment Timeline Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of November 3, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Directs, plans, and oversees work related to key Metro real estate assets, including work related to right of way delivery processes necessary to construct and maintain Metro's infrastructure, or to Metro owned properties, including rental revenue and property maintenance, and leasing of commercial facilities to facilitate both transit or non‑transit operations
Develops and delivers quality projects from inception to close‑out, on time, and within scope and budget
Leads negotiation of all business‑related terms and conditions associated with joint development and new business opportunities, and oversees the drafting and preparation of related contracts
Directs, plans, and oversees work related to the development of special projects involving new business opportunities for Metro
Assists in the preparation and oversight of department/unit budgets, goals, and schedules
Monitors and ensures projects are completed according to Metro policy, procedures, deadlines, and standards, and in compliance with federal and state regulations
Coordinates and interfaces with consultants and other departments providing project support and input
Directs, plans, and oversees preparation of RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and RFQs (Requests for Quotes) related to joint development projects and new business opportunities
Coordinates, presents, and disseminates information to various departments, agencies, organizations, and the public
Represents the department in management meetings and task forces to assist in determining strategic approaches related to joint development and new business generation
Develops project/program guidelines and policies
Participates in the selection and hiring of consultants; oversees and reviews their work for conformance with Metro policies, compliance with contract provisions, and completion of scope of work; and approves consultant payments
Manages sub‑consultant contracts and deliverables
Manages, motivates, and develops assigned staff
Analyzes and evaluates project costs, benefits, and alternative action plans
Represents the department and Metro before regulatory agencies, professional organizations, community groups, project stakeholders, and at other meetings
Prepares and presents comprehensive reports and correspondence to management, Metro Board, outside agencies, and the public
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
Other Related Duties May be required to perform other related job duties.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's degree in a related field preferred
Experience
Five years of relevant management‑level experience in rights‑of‑way project management, planning, and development of public projects, and special projects related to new business opportunities; experience in public sector is preferred
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
Experience managing and leading a Right of Way/Real Estate team on major capital projects for public agencies
Experience managing acquisitions and relocations under the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisitions Policies Act
Experience negotiating sophisticated transactions in dealing with consultants, attorneys, and third‑party sellers
Experience preparing and maintaining comprehensive departmental budget including staffing, consultant services, and Right‑of‑Way costs
Knowledge of
Theories, principles, and practices of business, real estate, real estate development, appraisal, and transportation applicable to assigned area of responsibility
Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing transportation policies, right of way, real estate, and development practices
Eminent domain process and schedule, or real property management principles and practices, based on assigned area of responsibility
Economics and business statistics
Project management and control practices
Finance and budget practices
Staff management practices and principles
Applicable business software applications
Skill in
Organizing and managing deliverables
Performing financial and statistical analysis
Analyzing situations, identifying issues and opportunities, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Critical thinking and problem solving
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in proactive decision making
Communicating effectively and diplomatically orally and in writing
Managing, motivating, training, and developing assigned staff
Negotiating and mediating
Ability to
Analyze, manage, and conceptualize complex joint development projects and new business opportunities
Perform constant analysis of projects, schedules, and issues in order to meet tight deadlines and standards
Make independent, timely, and strategic decisions
Manage multiple tasks in various stages
Make sound financial decisions
Work cooperatively with various disciplines in often tight deadlines
Monitor and evaluate the work of consultants
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Assist in the development and implementation of departmental budgets, policies, procedures, and regulations
Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence using a variety of programs
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with various Metro departments, Metro Board of Directors and their deputies, and outside representatives
Communicate clearly and concisely regarding complex concepts, including communicating real estate issues with non‑real estate disciplines
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
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out.
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