Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program.
Job Summary
Pay Rate Non-Represented Pay Band E11
Minimum: $148,935.00/year - Maximum: $225,638.00/year
Note: The negotiable salary offer will be between $148,935.00/year - $218,976.00/year and will be commensurate with education and experience.
Reports To
Assistant Chief Infrastructure Delivery Officer
Current Assignment
This job announcement will be used to fill 3 vacant positions.
The Group Manager will be responsible for overseeing the implementation of major capital projects and program through the various project development and delivery phases. The incumbent will work in Office of Infrastructure Delivery overseeing and leading the diversified team of engineering, construction, project control and project management staff, as well as influencing relationships with third parties and project stakeholders to help ensure successful implementation of District -wide infrastructure projects.
All Group Managers should have extensive experience in leading multiple complex work programs with significant impact to the organization and be a data driven change agent. This senior role requires experience in the creation of new processes and methodologies in complex environments and large infrastructure delivery capital improvement program. These roles currently have direct and indirect reports and operate in a matrix management style across the organization. Ideal candidates should have built Project Management teams to address strategic organizational needs and/or led complex capital programs in regulated industries. This role requires strong ownership skills and the capacity to professionally drive results despite obstacles or bureaucracy. This position must demonstrate excellent stewardship of public funds for the entire department, so outstanding written and verbal communication skills at the intersection of safety, schedule, quality, budget, and operational excellence are needed. Presentation to executives of complex topics in an understandable way may include program/project delivery and controls reporting, funding utilization, and innovative improvement programs. Incumbents must demonstrate superior leadership abilities, strong organizational skills, political acumen, and self-motivation.
- Ensures compliance with BART’s policies and procedures and applicable state, federal and local regulations, and laws.
- Ensures all design and construction meet operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations.
- Provide recommendations, technical assistance and information to the executive management, and departments involved in the design, construction, and management of capital projects.
- Acceleration & Innovation in Program and Project Delivery
- Project Controls (Quality, Scheduling and Cost Estimating)
- Asset & Project Risk Management (ISO, IAM, or FTA background preferred)
- Design Engineering, leading technical teams through complex Engineering Challenges
- Funding, including complex grant management and contracts.
- Building technical teams & growing/retaining personnel
- Value Engineering, including documenting analysis for investments and alternatives.
- Manages and directs third-party coordination and public affairs activities related to project design and construction.
- Directs performance of services by consultants and contractors for successful project completion
- Establishes and monitors short- and long-range project goals, budgets schedules, progress, and strategies.
Selection Process
Applications will be screened to assure that minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes.
The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview.
The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S; pass a pre-employment medical examination which may include a drug and alcohol screen, and which is specific to the essential job functions and requirements. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations).
Examples of Duties
Supervises and manages the implementation of various capital projects by directly interfacing with the lead BART personnel for each project, other BART departments, outside stakeholders, and design/construction management consultants.
Manages the development and implementation of program goals, objectives, policies and priorities for each assigned area.
Establishes, within District policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resource accordingly.
Assigns projects and programmatic areas of responsibility; reviews and evaluates work methods and procedures; meets with key staff to identify and resolve problems.
Assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and implements changes.
Plans, manages and coordinates with internal and external project stakeholders to discuss and resolve various project implementation issues.
Oversees the management of engineering projects and administration of construction contracts; resolves the most complex design and safety issues; provides contract oversight for consultant services.
Oversees the production of contract documents including specifications, manuals, agreements, and related documents.
Manages the administration of construction and design/build contracts; develops requests for proposal; evaluates bids; makes recommendations on contract award; negotiates contracts; oversees and administers contracts; ensures appropriate technical, legal, and fiscal controls exist within contracts.
Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the program budget; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
Explains, justifies, and defends programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
Provides staff assistance to the Assistant Chief; participates on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering and construction management.
Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.
Minimum Qualifications
Education
Possession of a bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
Experience
Six (6) years of professional (full-time equivalent) verifiable experience in engineering, project management or related experience which must have included at least two (2) years of management experience.
License or Certificate
Registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of California preferred.
Substitution
Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.
Other Requirements
May require work outside of normal business hours.
Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of :
- Operations of a comprehensive capital engineering and construction program.
- Principles and practices of program and project management.
- Principles and practices of construction management.
- Principles and practices of contract administration.
- Principles and practices of policy development and administration.
- Methods and techniques of developing engineering and construction specifications, manuals, and related documents.
- Project funding types and sources.
- Complex design plans and specifications.
- Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
- Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
- Related Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
Skill in :
- Managing assigned program area within a comprehensive capital engineering and construction program.
- Developing and administering program goals, objectives, and procedures.
- Analyzing and assessing policies and operational needs and making appropriate adjustments.
- Identifying and responding to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs.
- Planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of lower-level staff.
- Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff.
- Delegating authority and responsibility.
- Performing complex project management duties.
- Developing engineering plans, specifications, and estimates.
- Identifying project risks and formulating mitigation measures.
- Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
- Preparing and administering large and complex budgets.
- Conflict resolution and mediation.
- Negotiating agreements with external entities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
- Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Equal Employment Opportunity GroupBox1
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws.
The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov .
Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs .
The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.
Highlights
- Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
- Dental Coverage
- Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
- Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
- 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
- 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
- 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
- Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
- 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
Deferred Compensation & Roth 457 Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year) Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District) Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance Survivor Benefits through BART Short-Term Disability Insurance Long-Term Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care Commuter Benefits Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
