EXECUTIVE OFFICER, PROJECTS ENGINEERING

(SUSTAINABILITY) LA Metro

• 4.0 Los Angeles, CA Job Details Temporary | Full-time $184,371.20
• $275,995.

20 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid jury duty AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Pension plan Employee assistance program Vision insurance Credit union membership Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Staff supervision Critical path method Confidential information handling Project engineering Construction regulatory compliance Public infrastructure planning projects Public transit development projects Construction schedule coordination Writing skills Performance Reporting English Engineering project budget management Construction team management Procurement contract management Design engineering Construction regulations Construction stakeholder communication Management reporting Material cost estimating Project contract management Financial management Staffing management Board relations Procurement regulatory knowledge Estimation for infrastructure construction Senior leadership Managing civil engineering project budgets Public sector construction project management experience Full Job Description Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County. Description Provides executive direction and oversees the overall engineering and construction activities for major capital projects; leads a diversified team of engineering, construction management, and project controls staff; and influences relationships with third parties and project stakeholders to help ensure successful implementation of major capital projects. The Executive Officer provides executive leadership for Metro's sustainability, climate and resilience portfolio while advancing cross-functional initiatives that support organizational priorities in planning, design and construction, operations and maintenance, and procurement. As needed, the position serves on behalf of the Deputy Chief, Sustainability, to maintain continuity of leadership and executive decision-making.

Recruitment Timelines:

I nterviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of 10/5/2026. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates. Examples of Duties Manages overall project budget and schedule for major capital projects Establishes and monitors short

• and long-range project goals, budgets, schedules, progress, and strategies Directs performance of services by consultants and contractors for successful project completion Manages and directs third-party coordination and public affairs activities related to project design and construction Ensures all design and construction meet operations and maintenance quality standards and expectations Sets and implements project policies, procedures, safety and work standards, and controls Coordinates services with other Metro departments to achieve agency-wide goals and objectives Provides policy recommendations, technical assistance, and information to the Board of Directors, executive management, and departments involved in the design, construction, and management of capital projects Ensures compliance with Metro's policies and procedures and applicable state, federal and local regulations and laws Prepares and presents reports and project status to executive and management staff, the Board of Directors, and outside regulatory agencies, and elected officials Represents Metro at meetings, conferences, and public events Communicates Metro's safety vision and goals; oversees the implementation of agency and departmental safety rules, policies, and procedures; and maintaining accountability for safety performance of all assigned employees May be required to perform other related job duties Minimum Qualifications 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 Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field; Master's Degree in a related field preferred Experience Eight years of relevant senior management-level experience in the development, design and/or construction of major capital transit projects Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements 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 California license as a Professional Engineer (PE) preferred Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications (PQs) are used to identify relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSAs) as determined by business necessity. These criteria are considered preferred qualifications and are not intended to serve as minimum requirements for the position. PQs will help support selection decisions throughout the recruitment. In addition, applicants who possess these PQs will not automatically be selected. Experience supporting directing organizational strategy and business operations for a public transportation agency Experience facilitating high-level executive communication and forging strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders Experience leading cross-functional strategic initiatives for a large complex public or government agency Project Management Professional and/or Envision Sustainability Professional (ENV SP) certification is preferred Essential Knowledge Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices of program control and project management related to heavy civil projects, including cost estimating, cost engineering, project planning, budgeting, critical path scheduling, cost and schedule progress measurement, and project status reporting Construction methods and material and construction costs Heavy construction practices and procedures Large-scale capital project management Project program control, including estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and reporting Public agency procurement procedures and contract administration Modern management theory Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Directing the overall engineering and construction activities for major capital projects Planning, organizing, and directing the work of a megaproject team Analyzing situations, identifying problems, developing and implementing solutions, and evaluating outcomes Exercising critical thinking, analytical problem solving, and decision-making expertise Communicating effectively orally and in writing Preparing complex comprehensive reports and correspondence Interacting professionally with various levels of Metro employees, Board of Directors, elected officials, and outside representatives Working with third parties at the local, state, and federal levels Directing, supervising, training, mentoring, and motivating assigned staff Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Identify project deliverables and prioritize project requirements Meet tight constraints and deadlines Think and act independently Represent Metro in public meetings Plan financial and staffing needs Compile, analyze, and interpret complex data Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements Handle highly confidential information Travel to offsite locations Read, write, speak, and understand English Special Conditions This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out Working Conditions Typical office situation Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen Physical Effort Required Sitting at a desk or table Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions Communicating through speech in the English language required (AHM) Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status, or disability. Learn more about Metro's Equal Employment Opportunity Program. Metro does not deny participation in the application process to anyone with prior justice system involvement, in line with Fair Chance hiring practices. Selection Procedure Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities. Application Procedure To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application. Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro locations: METRO Headquarters, Employment Office One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012

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Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Metro Talent Hub 8501 S. Evermont Place Los Angeles, CA 90044

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Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm (Closed Sat & Sun) East Los Angeles Customer Center 4501 B Whittier Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90022

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Tuesday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm (Closed Sun & Mon) Wilshire/Vermont Customer Center 3183 Wilshire Blvd, Ste 174 Los Angeles, CA 90010

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Monday through Friday, 10am-6pm (Closed Sat & Sun) Rosa Parks Customer Center Willowbrook/Rosa Parks Station 11720 Wilmington Ave Los Angeles, CA 90059

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Monday through Friday, 6am to 6:30pm (Closed Sat & Sun)

Telephone:

(213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro. All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. Late applications will not be considered. Open to the public and all Metro employees This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.

• Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)

BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES

Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro. We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums. Medical/Dental/Vision Plan

• Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan. Group Life Insurance
• PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000. Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates. Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available. Holidays
• 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth,Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Time off with Pay (TOWP)
• Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday. Years of Service Annual Accrual Hire date
• 5 years 20 days Beginning of 6th
• 10th year 25 days Beginning of 11th
• 15th year 30 days Beginning of 16th + years 35 days Pension Plan
• PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).

Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.

Other Benefits :

Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.

BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES

Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only: Kaiser medical insurance Public Pension Plan 457/401K Plan Flex Spending Paid Sick Time Fare Media Rideshare Subsidies Metro One Fitness membership For more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at benefits.metro.net