Gomez Partners · 2 weeks ago
Deputy Executive Officer, Project Management
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$157K/yr - $236K/yr
5+ years expGomez Partners is seeking a Deputy Executive Officer for Project Management at the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro). This role involves planning, directing, and managing major capital projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget while adhering to regulatory standards.
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Hiring Manager
David Gomez
Responsibilities
Plan, direct, and manage major capital projects and programs from design through construction and completion
Lead and oversee the performance of staff, consultants, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery
Establish and monitor short- and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, and delivery strategies
Direct third-party coordination, stakeholder engagement, and public affairs activities related to project delivery
Ensure all project design and construction activities meet Metro’s operations, maintenance, quality, and safety standards
Oversee contracts, including consultant and construction contracts, ensuring compliance with agency and project objectives
Manage operating and capital budgets in alignment with agency-wide fiscal responsibility
Represent Metro at meetings, conferences, public events, and before regulatory agencies and governing bodies
Prepare and present reports to executive leadership, the Board of Directors, and external stakeholders
Develop, implement, and enforce project policies, procedures, safety standards, and controls
Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and Metro policies
Supervise, mentor, train, and evaluate assigned staff and support succession planning efforts
Provide technical leadership through the review of studies, analyses, and engineering deliverables
Communicate and reinforce Metro’s safety vision, policies, and accountability standards
Qualification
Required
Expertise in rail transit engineering, design, construction, operations, and maintenance
Strong background in large-scale capital project and program management
Knowledge of governmental contracting policies, public administration practices, and regulatory requirements
Ability to manage complex budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary teams
Strong leadership, decision-making, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level presentations
Ability to analyze complex data, evaluate risks, and recommend effective solutions
Ability to represent the agency professionally with public officials, boards, and external partners
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
Five years of senior-level management experience in the design and/or construction of major capital projects, including extensive experience managing mass transit projects
Preferred
Master's degree
California Professional Engineer (PE) license
Construction Management and/or Project Management certification
Company
Gomez Partners
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11-50 employees
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