Director, Engineering & Construction 2010

DIRECTOR, ENGINEERING & CONSTRUCTION

Salary Range: ($113,481 - $163,919)
This position’s function is to manage and direct engineering design and construction activities for Phase 2 of the Authority’s Light Rail Project (likely duration 5 years).

TYPICAL TASKS/DUTIES:

• Serves as Chief Engineer for engineering projects, functions and activities including responsibility for technical coordination with Third Parties.
• Develops and directs the implementation of engineering and construction goals, objectives and strategies.
• Supervises the Authority’s technical staff and directs oversight of the technical performance of the Authority’s Design Build Contractor.
• Supports coordination and compatibility between engineering and construction management activities and facilitates resolution of conflicts.
• Responds to internal and external inquiries regarding engineering and construction.
• Directs the analysis of state, federal, and local regulations to determine impact on project design and construction, and implements solutions and modifications.
• Directs development of policies and procedures for engineering design and construction.
• Develops projections and makes decisions impacting engineering design standards and criteria, system integration, and system configuration.
• Directs engineering studies, investigations and analyses as authorized by or at the direction of executive staff and prepares and presents technical, issues and recommendations to executive management and Authority Board. Also directs the preparation of supporting research including reports of findings.
• Oversees staffing, training and resource needs for engineering, construction management and assigned support functions.
• Represents the Authority at meetings and conferences with elected and public officials, the community, public and private organizations and other staff.
• Communicates Authority’s safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintaining accountability for safety performance of all subordinate employees.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Theories, principles, and practices of mass transit systems design, construction, operations, maintenance, safety, accident prevention, and emergency response.
• Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing the design, engineering, and construction of mass transit and other capital projects.
• Urban design, architecture, and systems engineering relating to large-scale mass transit.

Ability to:

• Direct the overall operations of architecture, civil/structural and systems engineering functions
• Plan, develop and implement strategies, policies, procedures, and work standards to organize and control the design and construction of a major rail transit project
• Establish and implement policies and procedures
• Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Analyze situations, identify problems, recommend solutions, and evaluate outcome
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Represent Authority before the Board of Directors, elected officials and the public
• Interact professionally with various levels of Authority employees and outside representatives
• Supervise subordinate staff
• Exercise sound judgment and creativity in making decisions

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination of training, education, and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform this position’s duties and potential candidates must meet the following requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree – Engineering or other related field
• 10 years senior management level experience in large-scale public works engineering and construction projects with at least 5 years experience directing rail transit engineering and construction (including light rail experience)
• Master’s degree in a related field desirable
• Experience working with or for an operator of transit systems
• Valid California Class C driver’s license

Special Conditions:

Must possess Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California or be able to attain such within 6 months of appointment.

Disclaimer:

This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

If you are interested in applying for this position, please send your resume to: expojobs@exporail.net.

If you have any questions regarding the application process and/or current employment opportunities, please contact the Expo Authority at 213-243-5500.