MBTA
Overview
At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed. Job Summary
The Transit Oriented Development (TOD) department seeks to hire an exceptional candidate with a background in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a similar area. TOD oversees a diverse portfolio of projects, working on or adjacent to MBTA property. TOD is responsible for ensuring construction safety, successful delivery of new assets, and compliance with all relevant building code, standards, specifications, and directives. This position will support the Manager of Construction TOD and Deputy Director of Project Support in monitoring and reviewing construction submittals, attending construction meetings, ensuring construction safety practices are followed, monitoring construction projects’ adherence to MBTA standards, specifications, and directives, and assisting in other program support activities as needed. The most qualified candidates would be enrolled in a graduate program in the field of architecture, engineering, construction management, or a similar area (and have relevant academic or job experience in the same field). The most qualified candidate would also have above average skills in professional communication, reviewing construction submittals, and excellent understanding construction safety, logistics, and management. We are looking to hire one (1) co-op student, who will work full-time (40 hours per week) for six (6) months with a minimum of two (2) days in-office and three (3) days remote. Duties & Responsibilities
Organize, collect, and document construction information. Review drawings, work plans, submittals, and other construction documents, working with Project Managers and Manager of Construction. Assist in monitoring construction safety, successful delivery of new assets, and compliance with relevant MBTA standards, specifications, and directives. Perform occasional site visits to ensure compliance with all departmental policies, guidance, and procedures. Assist in organizing, analyzing, and tracking TOD program data. Assist in quarterly reporting. Participate in team / staff meetings, organization events, fieldwork, project teams, or other duties as needed. Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Enrolled full-time, for entire duration of employment, in the graduate degree program of an accredited college / university in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a similar area. Graduate degree candidates must have been accepted to a graduate studies program within 24 months of matriculation or are currently enrolled in a graduate program. Above average ability to read and understand construction drawings, standards, specifications, directives, and building code. Above average skills in professional communication. Above average ability to review construction submittals. Above average knowledge of construction safety, logistics, and management. Ability to independently commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role. Authorized to work in the United States (international students in CPT, STEM, or OPT programs through a university are eligible to apply). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required. Substitutions Include: No substitutions. Substitutions Include
No substitutions. Preferred Experience And Skills
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, GIS, and / or CAD. Previous relevant academic or job experience in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a similar area. Job Conditions
Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program. Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role. Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences. Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required). Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers. Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records. Ability to pass a CORI check, background screening, and/or medical clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings. Ability to work all shifts and/or locations assigned, including up to 24 hours per day, seven days per week as necessary. Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled in an accredited educational program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 for the duration, and have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting. Disclaimers and Definitions
General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. Application Completion: It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. Work Environment: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Intern / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship or co-op at the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass, based on the city from which the intern / co-op commutes to work, at no cost.
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At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed. Job Summary
The Transit Oriented Development (TOD) department seeks to hire an exceptional candidate with a background in architecture, engineering, construction management, or a similar area. TOD oversees a diverse portfolio of projects, working on or adjacent to MBTA property. TOD is responsible for ensuring construction safety, successful delivery of new assets, and compliance with all relevant building code, standards, specifications, and directives. This position will support the Manager of Construction TOD and Deputy Director of Project Support in monitoring and reviewing construction submittals, attending construction meetings, ensuring construction safety practices are followed, monitoring construction projects’ adherence to MBTA standards, specifications, and directives, and assisting in other program support activities as needed. The most qualified candidates would be enrolled in a graduate program in the field of architecture, engineering, construction management, or a similar area (and have relevant academic or job experience in the same field). The most qualified candidate would also have above average skills in professional communication, reviewing construction submittals, and excellent understanding construction safety, logistics, and management. We are looking to hire one (1) co-op student, who will work full-time (40 hours per week) for six (6) months with a minimum of two (2) days in-office and three (3) days remote. Duties & Responsibilities
Organize, collect, and document construction information. Review drawings, work plans, submittals, and other construction documents, working with Project Managers and Manager of Construction. Assist in monitoring construction safety, successful delivery of new assets, and compliance with relevant MBTA standards, specifications, and directives. Perform occasional site visits to ensure compliance with all departmental policies, guidance, and procedures. Assist in organizing, analyzing, and tracking TOD program data. Assist in quarterly reporting. Participate in team / staff meetings, organization events, fieldwork, project teams, or other duties as needed. Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned. The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Minimum Requirements & Qualifications
Enrolled full-time, for entire duration of employment, in the graduate degree program of an accredited college / university in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a similar area. Graduate degree candidates must have been accepted to a graduate studies program within 24 months of matriculation or are currently enrolled in a graduate program. Above average ability to read and understand construction drawings, standards, specifications, directives, and building code. Above average skills in professional communication. Above average ability to review construction submittals. Above average knowledge of construction safety, logistics, and management. Ability to independently commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role. Authorized to work in the United States (international students in CPT, STEM, or OPT programs through a university are eligible to apply). The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required. Substitutions Include: No substitutions. Substitutions Include
No substitutions. Preferred Experience And Skills
Experience with Microsoft Office suite, Adobe Acrobat, Bluebeam, GIS, and / or CAD. Previous relevant academic or job experience in architecture, structural engineering, civil engineering, construction management, or a similar area. Job Conditions
Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program. Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role. Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences. Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required). Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers. Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies. Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records. Ability to pass a CORI check, background screening, and/or medical clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings. Ability to work all shifts and/or locations assigned, including up to 24 hours per day, seven days per week as necessary. Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled in an accredited educational program and maintain a GPA of at least 2.5 for the duration, and have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting. Disclaimers and Definitions
General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. Application Completion: It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories. Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. Work Environment: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Intern / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship or co-op at the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass, based on the city from which the intern / co-op commutes to work, at no cost.
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