• Director Construction Compliance

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Director Construction Compliance

     

    Job ID: 12557

     

    Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Delivery Services Office

     

    Date Posted: Jul 31, 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 date of hire.

    JOB TITLE:

    Director Construction Compliance

    AGENCY:

    Construction & Development

    DEPT/DIV:

    Delivery/ Delivery Services Office

    REPORTS TO:

    Senior Director, Construction Compliance

    WORK LOCATION:

    2 Broadway

    HOURS OF WORK:

    8 : 3 0 AM to 5:30 P M or as required (7.5HR/DAY)

    HAY POINTS:

    924

    COMPENSATION:

    $125,983 to $171,519

    DEADLINE:

    Open Until Filled

    Summary

    The Director of Construction Compliance can establish and audit construction delivery standards for all engineering and architectural disciplines in C&D Delivery. The Director manages all architectural and engineering construction processes within a Delivery Business Unit to conform to professional industry and MTA C&D standards. This position fosters the development of constructability skills and innovation in project management practices to improve capital projects' quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery.

    Responsibilities

    Responsible for the project's construction phase through completion and handover to the operating owner. Responsible for construction quality.

     

    Oversees construction/construction compliance review team.

     

    Fosters a culture of innovation and change in construction delivery methods, technologies, and strategy.

     

    Provides the D elivery Service Office with lessons learned and strategies to streamline constructability reviews and creates training opportunities across integrated project teams.

     

    Establishes, monitors, and/or audits the Design-Builder ' s construction activities for compliance with the Contract requirements, Design-Builder ' s Quality Control Plan, and Safety Plan.

     

    Accountable for holding agency reviewers accountable for constructability review duration commitments.

     

    Education and Experience

     

    Bachelor ' s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, or a related field.

     

    Must have a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience .

     

    Must have a minimum of at least five (5) years in the management of construction projects or supervisory role s in a large, multi-faceted organization.

    Competencies:

    Licensed Professional Engineer or Registered Architect desirable.

     

    PMP and CCM Certifications are preferred.

     

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

     

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

     

    Proficient computer skills (i.e., Windows environment, Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, Oracle, etc.) and strong business administrative skills (i.e. , presentations, report and letter writing, time management, etc.)

     

    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 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 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 .