Senior Project Manager

Job Description:

Senior Project Manager

Description

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

Note: Initial application review will take place on November 6, 2024.

Pay Rate
Non-Represented Pay Band E10
Minimum: $162,131.00/year - Maximum: $245,629.00/year
Note: The negotiable salary offer will be between $162,131.00/year - $216,510.40/year, commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To
The incumbent will report to a Group Manager in the Office of Infrastructure and Delivery, at BART's headquarters in Oakland.

Definition
Under general direction, plans, directs, and manages the development and implementation of capitally funded system or structure engineering construction and design projects for the District including project areas of station construction and rehabilitation, automatic fare collection, and transit systems and structures design and construction; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies through subordinate managers; provides highly complex administrative support to the Executive or Department Manager; and performs related duties as assigned.

Class Characteristics
This is the full-scope senior-level manager classification responsible for managing the activities and operations related to engineering construction design and rehabilitation projects from conceptual planning through completion throughout the District and is fully accountable for accomplishing successful delivery of multiple complex programs to effectively execute elements of the District’s strategic plan. This classification is distinguished from the Senior Manager of Engineering Programs in the latter’s classification is fully accountable for accomplishing successful delivery of multiple complex programs and designs program objectives to effectively execute elements of the strategic plan and provides leadership to create engineering projects and programs related to safety, reliability, efficiency, and innovation which support the District Strategic Plan.

This job announcement will be used to establish a list of eligible candidates for vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months.

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

Assumes overall leadership responsibility for the development and execution of the District’s capitally funded engineering design and construction projects or programs from conceptual design through comple tion including rail car procurement and rehabilita tion, stations construction and rehabilitation, automated fare collection, and transit systems and structures design.

Develops, manages and implements goals, objectives, policies and priorities for the assigned programs; recommends and administers policies and procedures.

Manages and oversees the designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates and ensures specifications and contract requirements comply with District standards and policies.

Manages complex projects and evaluates functional and technical requirements including vendor and manufacturer design and specifications on project equipment and materials, procurement and testing activities, and equipment installation.

Manages and oversees all aspects of the planning, development, and implementation of assigned projects with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves project issues contractor and consultant contracts; reviews scope of work, request for proposal, proposals and recommends selection; oversees contract negotiation and preparation; manages work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.

Manages cost estimates, project schedules and budgets and oversees, negotiates and executes contract changes including authorization of contract payments upon project completion.

Monitors and evaluates impacts upon District operations; develops, recommends and implements practices and procedural processes for improving efficiency.

Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.

Conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations and operational studies; recommends modifications to various business practices, policies and procedures as appropriate.

Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of advanced business processes.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience:
Five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable professional project management experience with full responsibility for managing large and complex projects through all phases, including strategic planning and at least two (2) years of administrative and supervisory responsibility.

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 :
Must possess sufficient physical mobility to inspect construction in progress or review other projects.
Must be willing to occasionally work off hour shifts, weekends, and holidays.
Certification as a Project Management Professional (PMP) is preferred.
Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the state of California is preferred

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of advanced business processes.
• Principles and practices of advanced business processes.
• Principles and business practices of the District.
• Principles and administrative practices of the District.
• PeopleSoft and other relevant product functionality.
• Principles and practices of program development and administration.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles of project management.
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.

Skill in :

• Overseeing and participating in the management of a comprehensive Program to institute advanced business processes.
• Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating staff and consultants.
• Developing and administering division goals, objectives and procedures.
• Preparing and administering large program budgets.
• Interpreting complex administrative and system issues.
• Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed
• actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals.
• Researching, analyzing and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• Leading, managing and performing complex negotiations with departments, and unions concerning business practices and procedures.
• Preparing clear, concise, and complete financial and management reports.
• Interpreting and applying Federal, State and local policies, laws and regulations.
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

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: 11/20/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

Salary:

$162,131.00 - $245,629.00 Annually