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Los Angeles Metro · 2 hours ago

DEPUTY EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROJECT MANAGEMENT (SYSTEMS ENGINEERING)

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$157K/yr - $236K/yr

5+ years exp

Los Angeles Metro is dedicated to providing a world-class transportation system in LA County. They are seeking a Deputy Executive Officer for Project Management who will oversee major projects, particularly in Traction Electrification for Light and Heavy Rail Transit. The role involves managing diverse teams, ensuring compliance with regulations, and representing the agency at various events.

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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

Qualification

Traction ElectrificationCapital Project ManagementProject ManagementProfessional Engineer LicenseConstruction Management CertificationElectrical Code KnowledgeAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingTeam Leadership

Required

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred

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

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