• Assistant Vice President Program Executive…

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Assistant Vice President Program Executive (Innovation)

     

    Job ID: 13745

     

    Business Unit: MTA Construction & Development

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Office of the President

     

    Date Posted: Nov 17, 2025

    Description

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

    JOB TITLE:

    Assistant Vice President Program Executive

    AGENCY:

    Construction & Development

    DEPT/DIV:

    Delivery / Office of the President

    REPORTS TO:

    Chief of Staff

    WORK LOCATION:

    2 Broadway

    HOURS OF WORK:

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

    HAY POINTS:

    1358

    SALARY RANGE :

    $148,045 to $ 193,562

    DEADLINE:

    Open Until Filled

     

    S ummary

     

    This position will lead the agency’s innovation strategy related to technology and partnerships across capital projects. Responsible for all project phases from this perspective and will be accountable for quality and commercial matters.

    Responsibilities

    The Assistant Vice President is responsible for developing and implementing C&D’s innovation strategy to enable use of operating technology and technology partnerships in capital projects throughout the MTA system.

     

    P rovide vision and leadership for creating and implementing an agency-wide framework to test, scale, and institutionalize new tools and technologies across the organization.

     

    Partner with MTA C&D Planning, Development, and Delivery Business Units and MTA IT to identify asset areas prime for disruption and launch innovative solutions.

     

    Test innovative tools and methods and ensure strong governance and ROI around pilots and investments.

     

    Coordinate adoption of cutting edge tools and means & methods in construction, project management, and delivery (e.g., AI, digital twins, modular construction, predictive maintenance, automation).

     

    Coordinate with Delivery Services Office to modernize specifications and design standards for next-generation infrastructure.

     

    Forge partnerships with academic and research institutions, established and emerging technology firms, and peer agencies to identify best practices and shared innovation opportunities. Work with MTA-Transit Tech Lab partnership on new opportunities.

     

    Position C&D as industry leader in construction innovation (e.g. launch annual MTA Innovation Day).

     

    Build an internal culture that empowers staff at all levels and departments to pilot new ideas.

     

    Collaborate with internal departments, including Corporate Performance and Delivery Services Office, to align with data-driven decision making and modernized workflows.

     

    Serve as President's Office champion and lead coordinator of public-private technology partnerships, including but not limited to Boldyn subway cellular service buildout, improving Railroad coverage, OMNY fare payment system.

     

    Manage staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, and discipline/termination as needed.

     

    Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

     

    E d ucation and Experience

     

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

     

    Must have a minimum of fourteen (14) years of related experience

     

    Must have a minimum of ten (10) years in a program management or supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization.

    Competencies:

    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.

     

    Significant experience in program management for major construction programs with highly complex systems i s preferred.

     

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

     

    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 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 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 .