Technical Project Manager

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) is a leading provider of public transportation services in North America, and the 4th largest agency in the United States. Serving Boston Massachusetts and the surrounding communities,we provide and are responsible for multi-modal transit operations within Greater Boston, including commuter rail service that extends beyond the core of the MBTA service area.

As a key driver for the greater MBTA mission, the Vehicle Engineering (VE) Department is responsible for new fleet initiatives as well as investigating and implementing innovative vehicle enhancements to ensure all vehicles meet their intended service life. We work collaboratively with other departments, we strive to provide continuous improvements to safety, reliability and efficiency for all of the MBTA's passenger fleets. In line with these efforts, VE has an extensive new project portfolio for the procurement of state of the art (revolutionary) vehicles (Bus, Commuter Rail, Light Rail, Heavy Rail and Ferry) that provide safe, clean, efficient and reliable transportation for the communities serviced, as well as implement innovative technologies during vehicle midlife overhaul.

VE is looking for highly motivated, detail oriented and energetic Technical Project Managers to join our team. In this role, you will lead the development of specifications, oversee vehicle compliance testing and certification, evaluate vehicle long term reliability, and make decisions emerging technology through pilot initiatives undertaken to test products and improve vehicle fleets. The selected candidate(s) will have the opportunity to be involved with all aspects of new vehicle and/or overhaul vehicle procurement programs, as assigned.

• Assist the Senior Project Manager in managing the development of technical specifications, related commercial terms, and the technical portion of bid evaluations for overhaul and procurement programs.

• Assist in the development of work scopes and budgets for technical consultants and subsequent consultants elections and in the coordination of technical project activities in the Operations Directorate.

• Provide ongoing oversight and technical direction of new vehicle and/or overhaul procurement programs.

• Manage all professional engineering services which support vehicle programs.

• Ensure that all inventory levels, equipment and facilities under their control are protected in safe operating condition.

• Drive a company or personal vehicle to visit worksites.

• Assist in managing an Authority staff consisting of engineers and administrative personnel.

• Assist in the development of long-range planning of vehicle requirements to ensure budgetary goals are met and that all work is performed in a timely and cost-effective manner.

• Respond, either directly or through others, to emergencies twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.

• Respond to each inquiry in a courteous and professional manner consistent with the Authority's customer service quality standard.

• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees; assist in the management of a workforce by ensuring the fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti Retaliation policies; and perform related duties and projects as assigned.

• The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and complexity of the work being performed by staff assigned to this job and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position. The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

• A Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or a related field.

• Five (5) years of experience in subway/bus vehicle maintenance and/or engineering in the transportation industry.

• One (1) year of related experience leading and supervising staff and consultants and/or large projects

• Effective organizational and analytical skills.

• Excellent customer service and presentation skills.

• The ability to use Word, Excel, Database, or Main Frame applications.

• The ability to pass: a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check; background screenings; and the MBTA's medical requirements, including a physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.

• Be available to work twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.

• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting, including overall employment, job performance, discipline and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).

• The ability to work with a diverse workforce.

• Master's degree (in specified/related areas) substitutes for 2 (two) years of work experience

• Nationally recognized certifications in (related/specified) substitute for one (1) year of experience.