SENIOR DIRECTOR, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT (ALTERNATIVE PROJECT DELIVERY)

Metro Capital Project Construction Manager

Oversees, directs, and coordinates Metro's capital project construction delivery. This role provides strategic oversight of construction activities, contract execution, risk mitigation, and field coordination for major transit and mobility improvement projects, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in accordance with agency goals. This position will also lead and manage internal staff, construction management consultants, and project delivery teams. The role serves as the primary agency representative in the field, interfacing directly with contractors, designers, regulatory agencies, and jurisdictional stakeholders to resolve issues, drive performance, and uphold safety.

Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of October 27, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

A combination of education and / or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes : Education : Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or a related field. Experience : Five years of relevant management-level experience in construction management or engineering, requiring management experience in area of assignment. Certifications / Licenses / Special Requirements : State of California Professional Engineer or Architecture certificate is preferred. A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) : Construction means and methods. Applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations governing the design, procurement, and construction of heavy civil transportation projects for a public agency. Contract language and bidding process. Theories, principles, and practices of construction techniques, and engineering related to the construction of heavy civil transportation projects. Industry accepted project management and construction management practices and principles. Human resources practices and modern management theory. Budgets and budgeting process. Business computer use and applications related to contract scheduling and financial recordkeeping.

Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) : Planning, organizing, and directing the activities of design, construction, consultant, and other project personnel in a matrix organization. Reviewing and analyzing complex construction proposals, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations, and evaluating outcomes. Negotiating contract terms, administering contracts, and monitoring multiple contracts to ensure compliance with schedule, budget, and specifications. Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees, the Board of Directors, and outside representatives. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Leadership. Effective meeting management. Reading and understanding complicated documents. Time management.

Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) : Manage all phases of a major construction project from planning through closeout. Develop and implement an effective Project Management Plan. Deal with confrontational discussions. Resolve complex construction changes, claims, and other project issues. Handle sensitive information. Work effectively with both internal and external parties to the project. Provide effective direction and manage assigned staff. Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor / management agreements. Speak in public. Exercise judgment and creativity in making decisions. Determine strategies to achieve goals. Plan financial and staffing needs. Establish and implement policies and procedures. Prepare comprehensive reports and other correspondence. Read, write, speak, and understand English.