Los Angeles Metro
DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING (HIGHWAYS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS)
Los Angeles Metro, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING (HIGHWAYS AND INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS)
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This range is provided by Los Angeles Metro. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $127,046.40/yr - $190,528.00/yr
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
Oversees technical staff and consultants performing engineering and architectural design services related to large scale transportation projects.
Recruitment Timelines Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of 1/12/2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
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; maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
Minimum Qualifications May be required to perform other related job duties
Required 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:
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
California license as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect is preferred
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.
Experience managing construction and design of public works, transportation, rail, and infrastructure projects
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, including agency staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders for project delivery
Experience coordinating and overseeing construction field activities, CPM schedule, Change Orders, Cost, budgets and funding
Experience working cooperatively with third parties including utilities, municipalities, public and private entities, and external stakeholders
Experience reviewing construction contract documents and coordination with multiple stakeholders and contractors to ensure compliance with project requirements
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
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. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
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.
Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
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This range is provided by Los Angeles Metro. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $127,046.40/yr - $190,528.00/yr
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
Oversees technical staff and consultants performing engineering and architectural design services related to large scale transportation projects.
Recruitment Timelines Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of 1/12/2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
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; maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
Minimum Qualifications May be required to perform other related job duties
Required 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:
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
California license as a Professional Engineer (PE) or Architect is preferred
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected.
Experience managing construction and design of public works, transportation, rail, and infrastructure projects
Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams, including agency staff, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders for project delivery
Experience coordinating and overseeing construction field activities, CPM schedule, Change Orders, Cost, budgets and funding
Experience working cooperatively with third parties including utilities, municipalities, public and private entities, and external stakeholders
Experience reviewing construction contract documents and coordination with multiple stakeholders and contractors to ensure compliance with project requirements
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
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. Learn more about Metro’s Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices.
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.
Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
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