Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA)
SENIOR EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROJECT MANAGEMENT (SYSTEMS ENGINEERING)
Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (CA), Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
Provides executive direction of the construction management or procurement activities for implementation and execution of major Metro capital transit projects or agency-wide procurement procedures. The Senior Executive Officer, Project Management in Systems Engineering will be responsible for managing and overseeing LA Metro's Rail & Bus Systems Engineering Department. Proven knowledge and management experience in Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems, Train Control, Communication systems, Mechanical and Electrical systems is an essential requirement. Recruitment Timelines
Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Responsibilities
Directs and manages performance of construction management or procurement services by Metro staff, consultants, and contractors Negotiates contracts, change orders, and/or claims with contractors Establishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, progress, and strategies Coordinates third-party related matters and public affairs activities Reviews and approves contract documents Ensures construction meets operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations Manages claims resolution Sets and implements construction management or procurement project policies, procedures, safety and work standards, and controls Ensures cooperation and coordination of services amongst departments to achieve agency-wide goals and objectives Provides recommendations, technical assistance, and information to the Board of Directors, executive management, and departments related to Metro's construction management, procurements, and/or acquisition strategies Ensures compliance with Metro policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws Prepares and presents reports to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, and outside regulatory agencies Represents Metro at meetings, conferences, and public events Supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff directly or through subordinate management 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 Qualifications
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, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience
Eight years of relevant senior management-level experience in the design and/or construction of major capital projects or procurement services 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
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 complex transit infrastructure projects including light rail transit, heavy rail transit, and bus rapid transit Experience managing the design, construction, and testing of Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems, Train Control, Communication Systems, and Mechanical and Electrical Systems Experience building and managing large teams of agency staff and consultants in engineering and construction support for large transit infrastructure projects Experience overseeing public agency procurement, financial, and contract procedures Registration as a Professional Engineer required Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of transit engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance, governmental contract policies, and public administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation Applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and standards Transit and rail operations Large-scale capital project management Social, political, and environmental issues influencing transit programs Modern management theory Skills
Directing the overall construction management or procurement activities; 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 comprehensive reports and correspondence Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees, Board of Directors, public officials, and outside representatives Supervising, training, mentoring, and motivating assigned staff Leadership Abilities
Organize effective teams and work Represent Metro before the public Plan financial and staffing needs Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements 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 (RS)
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Provides executive direction of the construction management or procurement activities for implementation and execution of major Metro capital transit projects or agency-wide procurement procedures. The Senior Executive Officer, Project Management in Systems Engineering will be responsible for managing and overseeing LA Metro's Rail & Bus Systems Engineering Department. Proven knowledge and management experience in Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems, Train Control, Communication systems, Mechanical and Electrical systems is an essential requirement. Recruitment Timelines
Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of February 2, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Responsibilities
Directs and manages performance of construction management or procurement services by Metro staff, consultants, and contractors Negotiates contracts, change orders, and/or claims with contractors Establishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, progress, and strategies Coordinates third-party related matters and public affairs activities Reviews and approves contract documents Ensures construction meets operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations Manages claims resolution Sets and implements construction management or procurement project policies, procedures, safety and work standards, and controls Ensures cooperation and coordination of services amongst departments to achieve agency-wide goals and objectives Provides recommendations, technical assistance, and information to the Board of Directors, executive management, and departments related to Metro's construction management, procurements, and/or acquisition strategies Ensures compliance with Metro policies and procedures and applicable federal, state, and local regulations and laws Prepares and presents reports to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, and outside regulatory agencies Represents Metro at meetings, conferences, and public events Supervises, trains, mentors, and motivates assigned staff directly or through subordinate management 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 Qualifications
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, Business, Public Administration, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience
Eight years of relevant senior management-level experience in the design and/or construction of major capital projects or procurement services 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
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 complex transit infrastructure projects including light rail transit, heavy rail transit, and bus rapid transit Experience managing the design, construction, and testing of Traction Power, Overhead Contact Systems, Train Control, Communication Systems, and Mechanical and Electrical Systems Experience building and managing large teams of agency staff and consultants in engineering and construction support for large transit infrastructure projects Experience overseeing public agency procurement, financial, and contract procedures Registration as a Professional Engineer required Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of transit engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance, governmental contract policies, and public administrative methods, including goal setting, program and budget development and implementation Applicable local, state, and federal regulatory requirements and standards Transit and rail operations Large-scale capital project management Social, political, and environmental issues influencing transit programs Modern management theory Skills
Directing the overall construction management or procurement activities; 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 comprehensive reports and correspondence Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees, Board of Directors, public officials, and outside representatives Supervising, training, mentoring, and motivating assigned staff Leadership Abilities
Organize effective teams and work Represent Metro before the public Plan financial and staffing needs Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements 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 (RS)
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