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Principal Architect

Job ID: 11755

Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department: Small Business Mentor Program

Date Posted: May 20, 2025

Description

This position is eligible for telework , which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire dat e.

JOB TITLE:

Principal Architect

AGENCY:

Construction & Development

DEPT/DIV:

Delivery / Small Business Mentoring

REPORTS TO:

Vice President Program Executive

WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway

HOURS OF WORK:

8 : 3 0 AM to 5: 0 0 P M or as required (7.5 HR/ DAY )

HAY POINTS:

1232

SALARY RANGE :

$ 148,045 to $ 201,555

DEADLINE:

Open Until Filled

S ummary

The Principal Architect within MTA C&D has a high level of authority for decision - making, staffing, and budget for their functional area of responsibility, subject to approval regarding the most significant business and policy issues by Senior Management.

The candidate is considered an architectural expert and a current leader in their industry. The incumbent has decision-making authority over their functional area.

Works within clearly defined policies, principles, and specific objectives in consultation with departmental M anagement.

Provides policy and procedural recommendations with final approval from Senior Management. They have an advanced understanding of architecture to manage designs and guide team members.

Responsibilities

Oversee the research, development, and design of architecture projects for MTA C&D.

Provides resource balance for project needs and optimiz es time amongst team members.

Prepares section budget requests and reviews project documents such as specifications, technical reports, design drawings , calculations, and 3d models.

Recommends acceptance/concurrence of consultant/contractor findings.

Approves general personnel duties involving subordinate employees , including interviewing, recommending hiring, conducting job performance evaluations of work unit supervisors, and documenting and pursuing disciplinary action.

Supervise and schedule training of employees to increase their level of technical expertise.

Oversees training provided to MTA C&D trainees assigned to the section.

Manages all phases of in-house architecture work , including setting work priorities and assigning and scheduling section personnel , including architects and field staff.

Provides in-house estimates for work effort and consultant/contractor design project fee s.

Reviews proposals and scopes of work submitted by consultants and contractors , monitors work and recommends consultant payments to project leadership.

Education and Experience

Bachelor of Architecture degree. Masters preferred.

Must have a minimum of seventeen (17) years of related experience

Must have a t least ten (10) years in a management or supervisory role and/or project manager role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

Competencies:

A registered NYS licensed architect (RA) is required.

Significant experience in tackling large-scale architectural issues for major construction projects or projects with highly complex systems i s preferred.

Substantial experience leading and managing designers, contractors, subcontractors, and/or vendors.

Proven ability to collaborate with various stakeholders and drive project/program outcomes.

Strong knowledge of the applicable industry and NYS building and design codes and standards.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all internal organizational levels .

Demonstrated ability to work in a high - profile, high - pressure environment effectively.

Must have focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.

Must be a proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.

Must possess excellent team building , listening, problem - solving, and prioritization skills.

Alternate Delivery experience preferred.

Proficiency in current design software and Microsoft Office is required.

An attitude and commitment to actively participating in our employee culture are necessary .

Able to multitask and be flexible/adapt to rapidly changing project requirements/timelines.

Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

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”).

Selection Criteria

Based on the evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via the My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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 .