Special Projects Manager, Maintenance and Construction (Traction Power) - #1691893

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

PAY RATE

AFSCME Pay Band AFH

Annual Salary Range $135,397.73 (Minimum) - $176,016.91 (Maximum)

The negotiable salary offer will be between $135,397.73 and $155,707.32 annually commensurate with experience and education.

DEFINITION

Under general direction, manages, supervises and coordinates activities for maintenance and construction projects within the Maintenance Department; coordinates assigned activities with department staff, other divisions, outside agencies and the general public; serves as a subject matter expert for assigned functions; provides highly responsible staff assistance to the Assistant Superintendent and Superintendent of the assigned function, including assisting with the development and refinement of works processes and standards; and performs related duties as assigned.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is an administrator level classification responsible for overseeing all special projects relating to the maintenance of track, structures, facilities, train control and traction power, including overseeing, planning and scheduling work of assigned staff to most efficiently support revenue service to minimize delays in service. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing project goals and objectives as well as furthering overall departmental goals and objectives. This class is distinguished from Superintendent positions in that the latter manages and supervises all activities and operations of a Maintenance Division. This classification is further distinguished from Section Manager classifications in that the former is responsible for the management of assigned construction and maintenance projects, whereas the latter is responsible for managing the staff assigned to perform construction and maintenance work.

CURRENT ASSIGNMENT

The BART Traction Power Construction Team is seeking highly motivated and an exceptionally innovative Special Project Manager (SPM) to work with our partners, within BART, and Contractors performing construction work, testing, commissioning, etc. The SPM will be part of the team that is responsible for ensuring the quality delivery of a project that is safe, reliable, innovative, cost effective, and sustainable. The SPM should be experienced with major capital projects and with a track record of stakeholder engagement. We are seeking additions to a team of dedicated professionals who understand the impact of important projects with the BART system.

Qualifications

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate demonstrates skills and experience in three or more of the following areas:

• Safety and security certification through the lifecycle of a project, including preliminary hazard analysis (PHA), design criteria conformance, construction specifications conformance, testing requirements, and operational readiness.
• Risk management, including risk identification, analysis, monitoring, response, and tolerance/threshold.
• Internal and external stakeholder engagement, including stakeholder identification, assessment, communications, and interagency coordination.
• Background in one or more of the following disciplines: civil engineering, communications, computer systems, construction management, mechanical engineering (including facilities and fire protection), power systems (including medium or high voltage distribution & facilities electrical), structural engineering, and train control/signal systems.
• Extensive experience delivering a major capital project as the owner’s representative.
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques and apply innovative techniques to improve project performance.
• Forecast future project resource needs, optimize resource availability, and ensure proper resource allocation.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget; guide and direct the resolution of complex challenges in all aspects of the project life cycle.
  
  
  

The reporting location of this SPM position is Concord, CA.

• This is a capital position and is subject to time and funding limitations.
  
  
  

Specific Projects And Duties Include

• Being responsible for coordinating and managing electrical projects related to transit systems.
• Overseeing project timelines, managing budgets, coordinating with contractors, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and communicating effectively with stakeholders.
• Attending project walk-downs, and project calls, and meetings.
• Reviewing prints, scope documents, bill of material (BM), etc.
• Having basic computer skills. (Outlook, Word, Excel, PPT, etc.)
  
  
  

Additional skills or qualifications needed to perform their assignment include:

• Two-years of leading capital projects or related work such as two-years of leading and maintaining the preventative or corrective work within the transit industry. This includes tasks such as overseeing the installation and maintenance of electrical systems for transit infrastructure, ensuring the functionality of power, and signaling systems, managing electrical contractors, and collaborating with other departments to meet project objectives.
• Excellent communication skills, and the ability to lead a team effectively.
• Familiarity with transit-specific electrical systems and technologies.
• Strong organizational, and leadership skills.
• Skills in project planning, risk management, and problem-solving are crucial for success in this role.
  
  
  

REPORTS TO

A Superintendent in the Maintenance Department or designee

SELECTION PROCESS

This position is represented by American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME). 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/or an individual or panel 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 includes 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)

The selection process for this position will be in accordance with the applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Examples of Duties

• Manages and coordinates the organization, staffing, operational and administrative activities for special projects performed in the Maintenance Department; performs project management duties, including responsibility for budgets, program planning, scheduling, and reporting; and may provide instruction and direction to staff regarding work methods and techniques in the absence of a section manager.
• Manages processes to ensure that design documents, contracts and specifications are completed, up to date and applicable for the appropriate special projects being planned and carried out.
• Develops and administers contracts and agreements; conducts contract negotiations with consultants and vendors on contracted services.
• Manages the procurement of and funding sources for additional reporting locations, office space, warehouses, laydown/storage areas, equipment, and materials needed for planning and construction of special projects.
• Coordinates with Documentation and Engineering to update District documents and management programs required (i.e., BART Facility Standards (BFS), Maximo, CMS, etc.) during planning, construction, and upon completion of special projects.
• Verifies the integration and reliability of special projects to ensure that there are no negative impacts to revenue, safety, reliability, and on-time performance.
• Provides assistance in purchasing; evaluates and monitors inventory levels; ensures all purchasing activities comply with District guidelines.
• Participates in the development and implementation of project goals, objectives, policies and priorities; recommends and implements resulting policies and procedures.
• Identifies opportunities for improving service delivery methods and procedures; identifies resource needs; reviews with appropriate management staff; implements improvements.
• Monitors workflow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
• Analyzes, monitors, evaluates, and makes recommendations on division program areas including maintenance, equipment failures and purchasing requirements.
• Drives District vehicles to various current and upcoming project locations to identify priorities and coordinate project delivery methods and procedures, to do walkdowns and inspections on the work being performed, and to inspect post-work locations for quality assurance and control and to verify project completion.
• Participates on a variety of committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other correspondence as appropriate and necessary.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of track and structures maintenance.
  
  
  

Education

Minimum Qualifications

An Associate degree with major courses in construction management, electronics, engineering or a field closely related to the area of assignment from an accredited college or university; or the combination of a high school diploma or recognized equivalent, and either completion of a formal apprenticeship as an electronic technician or completion of military training in electronics.

Experience

The equivalent of four (4) years of full-time, progressively responsible construction and/or maintenance experience in one of the following disciplines: electrical, structures, track, traction power, and/or train control, which must have included at least one (1) year of lead and/or supervisory experience.

Note: Preference will be given to individuals with experience in the discipline of the position being filled.

Substitution

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

Other Requirements

Must possess a valid California driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Must possess sufficient mobility to perform field inspections and investigations.

Knowledge And Skills

Knowledge of:

• Operational characteristics, services and activities of a track and structures, train control or traction power maintenance, inspection and repair program.
• BART Facility Standards (BFS) and other applicable industry standards.
• Purchasing policies and procedures.
• Principles of track, structures, train control and/or traction power maintenance and construction.
• Principles and practices of contract administration. - Principles of project scheduling and management.
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• Occupational health and safety rules and regulations.
• Related Federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles of mathematics.
  
  
  

Skill In

• Overseeing and coordinating track, structures, train control and/or traction power maintenance, inspection and repair services.
• Overseeing and coordinating the procurement of parts, materials, vehicles and other specialized equipment.
• Preparing and administering budgets.
• Interpreting the requirements of, and editing, engineering drawings and design documents.
• Selecting, supervising, training and evaluating staff.
• Interpreting and explaining District's maintenance policies and procedures.
• Maintaining records and logs.
• 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.
• Evaluating and coordinating training programs.
• Interpreting manuals, diagrams and schematics.
• Researching, analyzing and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques.
• 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 [email protected] .

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 .