Description: Position at MTA Construction & DevelopmentJOB TITLE: Director, Construction Controls & OversightAGENCY: Construction & DevelopmentDEPT/DIV: Delivery/Delivery Service OfficeREPORTS TO: Vice President, Program ExecutiveWORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway and field locations (various)HOURS OF WORK: Thursday-Monday or Friday-Tuesday or as required (7.5 HR/DAY)JOB FAMILY: CONGRADE: 006SALARY RANGE: $129,446 to $161,807DEADLINE: Open Until FilledMay need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends). Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites. MTA Construction & Development reserves the right to remove this posting before the application deadline. Agency Mission MTA Construction & Development (C&D) is responsible for the planning, development, and execution of all capital construction projects across the MTA region. Through centralized oversight and management of the MTA’s $68.4 billion Capital Program, C&D ensures the efficient delivery of critical infrastructure projects that support the region’s vast transportation network. As part of the Metropolitan Transportation Authority, the largest transportation network in North America, C&D plays a key role in modernizing and expanding services that support 15.3 million residents across New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. C&D is committed to delivering safe, innovative, and cost-effective capital projects that enhance the customer experience and strengthen the reliability and resilience of the MTA system. Telework This position is eligible for telework, which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
Job Summary: The Director of Construction Controls & Oversight monitors and oversees weekend capital construction activity primarily on the NYC Transit (NYCT) system. This includes ensuring the effective deployment of construction flaggers, work trains, and track access (“General Orders”) across a wide portfolio of projects; ensuring construction activity is occurring in a safe manner and in compliance with MTA C&D and NYCT procedures; and escalating issues to senior leadership as needed. The role is responsible for documenting and directing real‑time weekend operational oversight, emergency response coordination, resource planning, field support, and reporting. The Director plays a critical role in ensuring track access readiness, operational consistency, and process improvements that enhance construction productivity.
Responsibilities: Weekend Force Account Coordination & Safety Oversight Provide weekend operational support, safety & security assurance, and construction compliance oversight, coordinating in real time with C&D and NYCT to ensure safe, efficient execution and adherence to planned service changes. Serve as the primary emergency contact for all weekend operations, managing real‑time issue resolution for track access, work train coordination, and field challenges, while elevating emergency management

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Level

Manager

Salary

$129,446 per year

Location

New York, NY

Occupation

Construction Managers

Industry

Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

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yesterday

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