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Metropolitan Transportation Authority

Manager Force Account Planning & Analysis

Metropolitan Transportation Authority, New York, New York, us, 10261


Description

Position at MTA Construction & Development

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

JOB TITLE:

Manager Force Account Planning & Analysis

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Development/Owner Support Resources

REPORTS TO:

Director Force Account Planning & Analysis

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

9:00 AM to 5:30 PM or as required (7.5HR/ DAY)

HAY POINTS:

677

SALARY RANGE:

$100,264 to $131,597

DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

Summary

The Manager Force Account Planning & Analysis manages the team responsible for facilitating, evaluating, prioritizing and monitoring MTA force account services in support of the MTA's Capital Program. This position is responsible for ensuring the optimal provision of operating agency support personnel and equipment for MTA C&D projects, including construction flaggers, work trains, and track access, for MTA C&D projects.

Responsibilities

The manager supports the Director or Senior director in managing the supply and demand of these resources, making decisions regarding priorities, and working with other stakeholders in the operating agencies and C&D, particularly the delivery business units.

Manage and develop a diverse team of "force account resource analysts" working closely and collaboratively with operating agencies in support of all C&D departments; the team is responsible for facilitating all resource requests (i.e. flagging, access and protection, work equipment, and track access, etc.)

Manage resource supply and demand to optimize utilization; identify and create resource efficiencies, such as track access piggybacking opportunities.

Oversee implementation of all force account resource requests; evaluate and prioritize requests as needed. Train, provision and manage user access to necessary programs.

Work closely with various operating agency divisions, such as NYCT Service Delivery, Maintenance of Way and Operations Planning, to develop and maintain dynamic resource projections.

Identify resource opportunities/synergies to maximize productivity.

Develop and distribute reports on resource planning for executive management, project teams, and agency staff.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in Transportation, Urban Planning, Business, Public Policy, Construction Management, Finance/Economics, or a related field

Master's degree in Transportation, Urban Planning, Business, Public Policy, Construction Management, Finance/Economics, or a related field preferred

Must have a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in Transportation, Construction, Infrastructure, Finance, Planning, or a related field

Must have a minimum of two (2) years managerial experience

Familiarity with the MTA's operating agencies and their construction support resources

Knowledge of construction resource management and experience with resource planning and prioritization

Knowledge of transit force account practices, procedures, systems, and applications

Knowledge of MTA force account systems and applications, including TA Labor Construction System (TLCS), Unified General Order System (UGOS), Construction Flagging Computerized Initiative (CFCI), and Consolidated Work Train Manifest System (CWTMS).

Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills.

Excellent organizational and presentation skills.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated supervisory and leadership capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to problem-solve creatively.

Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of an organization.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-profile, high-pressure, fast-paced environment.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders.

Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").

Selection Criteria

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the "Careers" link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.