Sr Cap Const Oversight Spec

Position at MTA Inspector General

Job Title: Senior Capital Construction Oversight Specialist

Salary Range: $103,423 - $129,279

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Agency: Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General

Location: New York City, New York

Hours: Full-Time

Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority Inspector General:

The Office of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) Inspector General (OIG) reviews and investigates the operations of the MTA and its contractors and vendors. The MTA, which employs over 70,000 people, includes among other entities, New York City Transit, the Long Island Rail Road, Metro-North Railroad, MTA Bridges & Tunnels, Staten Island Rapid Transit, and MTA Construction & Development.

Position Summary:

This position will be part of the OIG's mission to provide oversight of the multibillion-dollar capital program at the MTA. Construction oversight staff also investigate allegations of wrongdoing or fraud and conduct proactive reviews to identify and uncover waste and mismanagement by MTA or its contractors. The Senior Capital Construction Oversight Specialist will lead efforts and supervise junior staff. This person will participate in evaluating the MTA's maintenance and capital construction programs, including the design, procurement, budgeting, management, and construction.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conducts reviews of the MTA capital construction contracts, processes, procurement, billings, and management to identify fraud and abuse.
• Identifies risk, mismanagement, and safety concerns and formulates impactful recommendations to address the problems found.
• Works with a team on planning, conducting, and reporting on investigations and reviews regarding the MTA's capital construction and maintenance programs.
• Conducts interviews of agency personnel, vendors, and contractors who conduct business with the MTA and other persons of interest.
• Analyzes contracts, billings, inspection records, payroll and other electronic or paper records in furtherance of audit or investigation objectives.
• Drafts written memoranda of interviews, investigative efforts, and other relevant work products.
• Authors and assists in the preparation of reports identifying recommendations and conclusions.
• Testifies in administrative hearings and other court proceedings as required.
• Develops and maintains professional working relationships and continually gains knowledge of evolving MTA and MTA agency operations.

Qualifications / Relevant Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (in fields such as construction management, engineering, architecture, business, public administration, accounting) and seven years of experience OR a license in a trade and ten years of experience.
• Supervisory and/or project management experience.
• Analytical skills, critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and investigative/research aptitude.
• Experience conducting interviews, gathering and analyzing information.
• Experience working in an oversight capacity.
• Ability to write professionally.

Valuable knowledge and experience (preferred, but not required):

• Knowledge of public sector procurement, contracts, protocols, policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of capital budgeting and estimating.
• Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal statutes, rules, regulations, safety and OSHA requirements.
• Familiarity with basic design and construction processes, drawings, means and methods and organizational structures preferred.
• Experience with data analytics, preferably within the construction/engineering industry.

Position Requirements:

• Ability to conduct site visits to active construction sites and safely traverse active transportation facilities. Travel within the MTA geographic jurisdiction required.
• Ability to work outside of regular business hours as required.
• Position is eligible for hybrid teleworking according to office policies.
• A two (2) year commitment upon being hired is a condition of employment.

How to Apply:

• Please submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
• Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your email subject line.

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