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Metropolitan Transportation Authority · 1 day ago

Manager - MWBE/SDVOB Contract Compliance

New York, NY

Full-time, Contract

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$100K/yr - $110K/yr

4+ years exp

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people. The Manager, MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance will ensure compliance with laws and regulations governing the M/W/DBE & SDVOB program, establish goals, conduct research, and collaborate with project managers on contract compliance.

Transportation/Trucking/Railroad

Responsibilities

Reviews all agency requisition/requirements for goods, services, and capital related contracts to establish MW/DBE & SDVOB participation goals

Responsible for identifying and contacting MW/DBEs & SDVOBs capable of providing goods and services

Analyzes bids/proposals submitted to ensure compliance with MW/DBE& SDVOB participation regulations

Attends pre-bid, pre-construction meetings, contractor selection panels, and other meetings as required

Reviews and verifies subcontractor’s and/or contractor’s MW/DBE & SDVOB certification

Conducts site visits to review contractors’ invoices, work samples, and other relevant documents. Inputs interview results into the New York State Contract System

Ensures Prime Contractor’s and Subcontractor’s compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, policies/procedures, and contract provisions

Researches and develops projections, in conjunction with the agency’s procurement departments, for procurement categories for possible MW/DBE & SDVOB contracting opportunities

Collects, analyzes, and presents related data and analysis to resolve problems, as necessary

Monitors, evaluates, and investigates contracts to ensure commitment and compliance in meeting MW/DBE & SDVOB goals, in accordance with MTA policy and applicable federal and state regulations

Work conjunctively with Project Managers to ensure that contractors input the monthly payment data reports into the New York State Contract System by the 10th of each month

Discusses contract irregularities with Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Deputy Chief Diversity Officer MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance, Senior Director – MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance, and Senior Director, Audits/Investigations Contract Compliance for possible referral to Inspector General

Reviews Goals Not Met report monthly and meets with Project Manager and/or contractor to discuss ways to meet or exceed assigned goals

Analyzes the contractor’s Good Faith Efforts to determine if consistent with federal and state requirements

Respond to contractor or MTA Agency staff requests for goal waiver and/or goal reduction

Respond to requests on MW/DBE & SDVOB goal achievements for staff summaries that are to be presented to the MTA Board

Strong knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing MW/DBE & SDVOB programs and requirements

Maintains accurate records and statistics on MW/DBE & SDVOB utilization at MTA-HQ and all MTA Operating Agencies. Operating Agencies

Assists in the accurate and effective preparation of reports

Monitors and evaluates contractors’ compliance with MW/DBE & SDVOB requirements

Supports the Senior Director, Audits/Investigations Contract Compliance in all research and special programs as may be required

Assist the Senior Director, Outreach, with outreach events and activities, as required

Interacts with MTA Agencies’ Procurement staff and Project Managers

Observing the work performed by the contractor

Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work meets contractual standards

Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible; and

Escalating issues to other parties as needed

Performs other duties, as assigned

Qualification

MW/DBE & SDVOB knowledgeReport writingDatabase managementProcurement experienceConstruction managementProblem resolutionOral communicationWritten communicationAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree (or equivalent) plus a minimum of four (4) years' experience in MW/DBE (Federal - DBE / NYS – MWBE) programs, of which at least two years are in a nonclerical role

Minimum of four (4) years research experience with a proven understanding of research techniques, including data collection, data analysis, issues identification, and problem resolution

Minimum of four (4) years' experience monitoring and reviewing scopes of work and cost estimating of the various contractor trades, or MW/DBE/SDVOB Contract Compliance experience

Strong knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing MW/DBE & SDVOB programs and requirements

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Extremely detailed oriented, able to work on multiple projects effectively

PC proficiency, including WORD and Excel

Knowledge of MW/DBE & SDVOB programs and operations

Proven experience in timely and quality-driven report-writing and report generation

Must be willing and able to travel throughout the MTA service area

Preferred

Master's degree in a related field

At least 3 years in a managerial and/or leadership role

Prior experience working in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body

Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in the area of specialty, if applicable

Attainment of or in the process of attaining a P.E. license from New York State

Familiarity with the MTA's policies and procedures

Familiarity with the MTA's collective bargaining procedures

A working knowledge of the MTA procurement process, as well as an overall understanding of the MTA and its operating agencies' operations

An understanding of the general procurement process

Company

Metropolitan Transportation Authority

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The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people in the 5,000-square-mile area fanning out from New York City through Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

Founded in 1834

New York, NY, US

10001+ employees