Senior Project Manager- Facility Design & Construction

Metropolitan Transportation Authority - Austin, TX

Full-time - Senior

Austin, TX

Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation

About the position

The Senior Project Manager- Facility Design & Construction at CapMetro is a pivotal role that reports directly to the Director of New Facility Development. This position is responsible for overseeing the project management of engineering, design, and construction projects that are integral to CapMetro's Capital Improvement Plan and the Project Connect program. The role involves coordinating with various external agencies and stakeholders whose projects may impact CapMetro facilities. The projects managed by this position typically include complex facility developments such as administrative offices, vehicle maintenance facilities for both bus and rail vehicles, operational facilities, warehouses, and various repairs and renovations. In this role, the Senior Project Manager will be tasked with planning, scheduling, and managing assigned complex capital projects. This includes defining the scope and programming of each project. The individual will direct and evaluate the services provided by professional consultants, including architects and engineers, ensuring that the development of plans, specifications, and estimates meets CapMetro's standards. The Senior Project Manager will also prepare scopes of work and independent cost estimates for professional services, reviewing proposals submitted by design consultants. Acting as the primary liaison with design consultants, the Senior Project Manager will resolve design issues and oversee the production of contract and construction documents. The role also involves assisting the Procurement Department with the procurement of construction contractors and vendors, participating in the bidding process, and attending pre-bid meetings. Furthermore, the Senior Project Manager will be responsible for obtaining jurisdictional approvals and permits necessary for project implementation. Financial management is a critical aspect of this position, as the Senior Project Manager will develop project budgets, monitor expenditures, and approve payments to consultants and contractors. They will also determine cash-flow projections for project execution and maintain accurate financial records. Regular reporting on project status, both internally and externally, is expected, along with presentations to stakeholders. The Senior Project Manager will oversee construction projects, representing CapMetro and serving as the primary contact between the owner, contractor, designer, and various regulatory bodies. Conducting field visits and inspections to monitor compliance with project specifications is essential, as is the ability to direct work changes and stoppages when necessary. The role may also involve assignments on other capital improvement program projects, including railroad infrastructure, stations, bus park-n-rides, and utility renovations. Safety is a top priority, and the Senior Project Manager will support CapMetro's Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by adhering to safety and security policies, considering safety in every action, and reporting any safety concerns. Additional duties may be assigned as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and manage assigned complex Capital Projects, including defining scope and programming.
• Direct and evaluate services provided by professional consultants, including Architects and Engineers.
• Review and oversee development of plans, specifications, and estimates provided by design consultants to CapMetro.
• Prepare scopes of work and independent cost estimates for professional services and review proposals submitted by design consultants.
• Act as primary liaison with design consultants for resolution of design issues and production of contract and construction documents.
• Assist the Procurement Department with the procurement of construction contractors and vendors; participate in bidding process and pre-bid meetings.
• Act as primary liaison for jurisdictional approvals and permits necessary to implement projects.
• Develop project budgets, monitor project expenditures, and approve payments to consultants and contractors.
• Determine cash-flow projections for project execution and compare actual expenditures monthly; review monthly invoices.
• Maintain accurate project/program financial records.
• Assist Project Controls personnel with monitoring schedule, budget, and document control information for assigned projects.
• Provide routine reports on the status of assigned projects; provide internal and external presentations.
• Direct and oversee construction projects, representing CapMetro, and serve as the primary contact between owner, contractor, designer, permitting jurisdictions, utility companies, and quality control testing.
• Act as liaison with internal and external organizations; represent CapMetro with jurisdictional authorities including federal, state, county, and city staff and elected officials, plus the general public.
• Conduct construction field visits and inspections and monitor compliance with project specifications.
• Oversee management of other construction vendors and contractors; direct work changes and stoppages when appropriate, and monitor progress and quality of work.
• Support Capital Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Safety Management Systems (SMS) process by following safety and security policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related focus.
• Seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in facilities engineering, design and/or construction or project management.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Licensed Texas Professional engineer or architecture preferred.
• LEED AP or similar certification beneficial.
• Experience in the use of MS Office and spreadsheet software.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with complex facility projects such as administrative offices and vehicle maintenance facilities.
• Familiarity with jurisdictional approvals and permits processes.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Flexible scheduling options