Job Information
MTA Project Manager in Brooklyn, New York
Project Manager
Job ID: 7037
Business Unit: New York City Transit
Location: Brooklyn, NY, United States
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Business Planning & Admin
Date Posted: Apr 29, 2024
Description
Job Information
Job Title: Project Manager
First Date of Posting: 4/29/24
Last Date of Filing: 5/20/2024
Department: Subways
Division/Unit: Operations Support, EAM
Reports to: Senior Director, EAM
Work Location: 2 Broadway – Manhattan
Hours of Work: 8:00am-4:00pm Mon – Fri
This position on the NYC Transit payroll is competitive and is eligible for the 55-a Program. This position is open to qualified persons who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate in your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed information regarding the 55-a Program, please visit the following link https://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page
**TO BE CONSIDERED FOR ASSOCIATE PROJECT MANAGER, ALL CANDIDATES MUST BE PERMANENT IN THE CIVIL SERVICE TITLE.
Compensation:
Project Manager (TA) $71,726 - $93,587
Project Manager (OA) $68,435 - $89,290
Responsibilities:
Coordinate project activities from beginning to project close-out. Monitor project performance from initiation through daily, weekly, monthly check-ins. Identify resource and project issues, mitigate risks and ensure timely resolution. Manage project activities to minimize the impact on time sensitive product deliveries. Utilize software tools such as, Jira, Confluence, Microsoft Project to streamline work process and coordinate project activities with the project team, contractors, consultants, MTA operating agency staff, and other stakeholders. Ensure that the project schedules for development, quality assurance and training are managed based on the established timelines. Provide project progress reports.
Coordinate with MTA operating agency staff to ensure necessary actions, approvals, and resources are in place to support project delivery. Ensure project activities follow established requirements and adhere to all relevant standards, guidelines and procedures. Recommend solutions to senior management for the resolution of critical issues.
Education and Experience
Project Manager
Qualification Requirements
A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full-time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of the experience and/or college education as described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of credit will be given for each 30 semester credits of college education leading to a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration. Experience which is primarily of a design nature is not acceptable towards meeting the minimum requirements.
Desired Skills:
Ability to work independently and to effectively prioritize tasks.
Highly organized and detail oriented, with proven ability to manage tasks and move projects and initiatives forward.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
Knowledge of HxGN Database.
Knowledge of Jira and Confluence.
Proficient with Microsoft Project software
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
Ability to multi-task in a fluid and dynamic environment
Selection Method:
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.
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”).
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.