Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
DEPUTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROJECT MANAGEMENT (SYSTEMS ENGINEERING)
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Plans, directs, and manages diverse teams and major projects within Metro, including large capital projects or management of other types of large projects or programs. The Deputy Executive Officer, Project Management shall be a Traction Electrification specialist that has senior level experience with the design, construction and commissioning of Direct Current Electrification (Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems and Third Rail) for Light and Heavy Rail Transit projects in North America.
Recruitment Timelines Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of January 26, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Directs performance of services by assigned staff, consultants, and contractors for successful completion of projects and contracts in a thorough and timely manner
Plans, assigns, monitors, and evaluates the work of assigned staff
Manages and directs third-party coordination and public affairs activities related to project design and completion
Establishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, and strategies
Ensures all project design and/or construction activities meet operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations
Develops and manages information security and recovery capabilities; oversees current information technology interface with other related Metro databases
Evaluates work of consultants to ensure compliance and consistency with agency, department, and project objectives
Represents agency and applicable division at meetings, conferences, and public events
Provides expertise and leadership in conducting technical studies and analyses
Prepares and presents reports to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, and/or outside regulatory agencies
Sets and implements project policies, procedures, programs, safety and work standards, and controls for the overall functioning of assigned unit
Ensures compliance with Metro policies, procedures, and standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws
Supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff
Evaluates staff's overall level of knowledge, skills, and abilities, and assists in developing the department's succession plan
Oversees all contracts, operating budget, and capital budget for section; monitors, and adheres to department/unit budget, goals, and schedules which comply with agency-wide fiscal responsibility
Communicates Metro's safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
May be required to perform other related job duties.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred
Experience
Five years of relevant senior management-level experience in the design and/or construction of major capital projects, including extensive experience managing mass transit projects
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) preferred
Construction management and/or project management certification preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing, constructing, and commissioning electrification systems for light and heavy rail transit systems in North America
Experience applying knowledge of Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems (OCS), and Third Rail systems in North America
Experience managing and coordinating systems integration, field testing and commissioning of Traction Electrification systems
Experience applying working knowledge of electrical code industry standards/guidelines, such as NFPA 70 or National Electrical Code (NEC)
California license as a Professional Engineer (PE)
Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of rail transit engineering, design, construction, operations, and maintenance
Governmental contract policies and procedures
Public administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation
Applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and standards
Large-scale capital project management
Contract management for both consultants and construction
Social, political, and environmental issues influencing transit programs
Heavy construction practices and procedures
Modern management theory
Applicable business software applications
Skill in
Directing the overall engineering and construction activities for major capital projects
Determining strategies to achieve goals
Establishing and implementing policies and procedures
Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
Communicating effectively orally and in writing
Preparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondence
Interacting professionally with various levels of metro employees, Board of Directors, public officials, and outside representatives
Negotiating and problem solving
Ability to
Meet time constraints
Multi-task and prioritize
Maintain focus on objectives
Represent Metro before the public
Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Plan financial and staffing needs
Travel to offsite locations
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
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Recruitment Timelines Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of January 26, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.
Responsibilities
Directs performance of services by assigned staff, consultants, and contractors for successful completion of projects and contracts in a thorough and timely manner
Plans, assigns, monitors, and evaluates the work of assigned staff
Manages and directs third-party coordination and public affairs activities related to project design and completion
Establishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, and strategies
Ensures all project design and/or construction activities meet operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations
Develops and manages information security and recovery capabilities; oversees current information technology interface with other related Metro databases
Evaluates work of consultants to ensure compliance and consistency with agency, department, and project objectives
Represents agency and applicable division at meetings, conferences, and public events
Provides expertise and leadership in conducting technical studies and analyses
Prepares and presents reports to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, and/or outside regulatory agencies
Sets and implements project policies, procedures, programs, safety and work standards, and controls for the overall functioning of assigned unit
Ensures compliance with Metro policies, procedures, and standards, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws
Supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff
Evaluates staff's overall level of knowledge, skills, and abilities, and assists in developing the department's succession plan
Oversees all contracts, operating budget, and capital budget for section; monitors, and adheres to department/unit budget, goals, and schedules which comply with agency-wide fiscal responsibility
Communicates Metro's safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees
May be required to perform other related job duties.
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred
Experience
Five years of relevant senior management-level experience in the design and/or construction of major capital projects, including extensive experience managing mass transit projects
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) preferred
Construction management and/or project management certification preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience designing, constructing, and commissioning electrification systems for light and heavy rail transit systems in North America
Experience applying knowledge of Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems (OCS), and Third Rail systems in North America
Experience managing and coordinating systems integration, field testing and commissioning of Traction Electrification systems
Experience applying working knowledge of electrical code industry standards/guidelines, such as NFPA 70 or National Electrical Code (NEC)
California license as a Professional Engineer (PE)
Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of rail transit engineering, design, construction, operations, and maintenance
Governmental contract policies and procedures
Public administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation
Applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and standards
Large-scale capital project management
Contract management for both consultants and construction
Social, political, and environmental issues influencing transit programs
Heavy construction practices and procedures
Modern management theory
Applicable business software applications
Skill in
Directing the overall engineering and construction activities for major capital projects
Determining strategies to achieve goals
Establishing and implementing policies and procedures
Analyzing situations, identifying problems, recommending solutions, and evaluating outcomes
Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions
Communicating effectively orally and in writing
Preparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondence
Interacting professionally with various levels of metro employees, Board of Directors, public officials, and outside representatives
Negotiating and problem solving
Ability to
Meet time constraints
Multi-task and prioritize
Maintain focus on objectives
Represent Metro before the public
Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Plan financial and staffing needs
Travel to offsite locations
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
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