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SENIOR DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION)Government Jobs • Los Angeles, CA, US
SENIOR DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION)

SENIOR DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (THIRD PARTY ADMINISTRATION)

Government Jobs • Los Angeles, CA, US
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Metro Capital Project Construction Manager

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Oversees, directs, and coordinates Metro's capital project construction delivery. Position shall manage and coordinate with all affected external third-party stakeholders (municipalities, utility owners and other agencies) in order to successfully ensure that Metro's transit projects are designed and constructed within budget and within schedule. General scope shall include managing and addressing utility conflicts, ensuring proper agreements are in place with all external stakeholders, resolution of technical challenges and other tasks.

Recruitment timelines : Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of March 2, 2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of duties :

  • Oversees contractor activities and major construction projects
  • Develops and implements policies and procedures for the planning, organizing, coordinating, and controlling of major construction projects
  • Coordinates Metro construction engineers and agency support teams, such as Safety, Environmental, Quality, and Engineering.
  • Coordinates rail design and construction activities with utilities, public and private organizations, and other individuals
  • Assists in negotiating with contractors regarding changes to design, construction work scope, and schedules
  • Monitors compliance with construction contract terms to ensure that contracted work is on schedule, within budget, and complies with technical and legal requirements
  • Oversees preparation of final design documents, bid forms, pre-bid conferences, and evaluation of received proposals
  • Prepares construction project status reports and updates
  • Has budget accountability for assigned area or more than one specialty area
  • Represents Metro before the public and other governmental agencies
  • Negotiates scope of work and associated costs for Design Services (DS) consultants and Construction Management Support Services (CMSS) consultants
  • Oversees consultants and consultants in the execution of DS and CMSS
  • Manages assigned staff directly and through subordinate management team

Minimum qualifications :

  • A combination of education and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes :
  • Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field
  • Five years of relevant management-level experience in construction management or engineering, requiring management experience in area of assignment
  • State of California Professional Engineer or Architecture certificate is preferred
  • 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

    • Preferred qualifications :

  • Experience managing the design and utility relocations
  • Experience managing civil infrastructure and roadway improvements
  • Experience resolving technical challenges with utility owners
  • Experience managing and coordinating with external stakeholders

    • Essential knowledge :

  • Construction means and methods
  • Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations governing the design, procurement, and construction of heavy civil transportation projects for a public agency
  • Contract language and bidding process
  • Theories, principles, and practices of construction techniques, and engineering related to the construction of heavy civil transportation projects
  • Industry accepted project management and construction management practices and principles
  • Human resources practices and modern management theory
  • Budgets and budgeting process
  • Business computer use and applications related to contract scheduling and financial recordkeeping

    • Skill in :

  • Planning, organizing, and directing the activities of design, construction, consultant, and other project personnel in a matrix organization
  • Reviewing and analyzing complex construction proposals, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and evaluating outcomes
  • Negotiating contract terms, administering contracts, and monitoring multiple contracts to ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and specifications
  • Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees, the Board of Directors, and outside representatives
  • Communicating effectively orally and in writing
  • Leadership
  • Effective meeting management
  • Reading and understanding complicated documents
  • Time management

    • Ability to :

  • Manage all phases of a major construction project from planning through closeout
  • Develop and implement an effective Project Management Plan
  • Deal with confrontational discussions
  • Resolve complex construction changes, claims, and other project issues
  • Handle sensitive information
  • Work effectively with both internal and external parties to the project
  • Provide effective direction and manage assigned staff
  • Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor / management agreements
  • Speak in public
  • Exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions
  • Determine strategies to achieve goals
  • Plan financial and staffing needs
  • Establish and implement policies and procedures
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and other correspondence
  • Read, write, speak, and understand English

    • Working conditions :

  • Typical office situation
  • Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen
  • Exposure to moving machinery and / or vehicles
  • Exposure to outdoor weather including extreme heat, cold, dampness and / or humidity
  • Extensive safety training and / or use of protective devices and personal protective gear

    • Physical effort required :

  • Sitting at a desk or table
  • Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium
  • Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions
  • Walking (distance 5' to 100')
  • Communicating through speech in the English language required
  • Good distance vision and / or depth perception to judge distances
  • Color recognition (e.g., distinguishing wires, resistors, containers, light signals, etc.)

    • Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program.

    Selection procedure : Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.

    Application procedure : To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations :

    METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Open : Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

    Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044 Open : Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

    East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022 Open : Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon)

    Wilshire / Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010 Open : Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

    Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook / Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059 Open : Monday through Friday, 6am to 6 : 30pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

    Telephone : (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5 : 00 p.m. on

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