Assistant General Manager, Infrastructure Delivery

Job Description

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

Non-Represented Pay Band N14

Annual Salary: $238,356.00 (minimum) - $361,108.00 (maximum)

Note: The starting negotiable annual salary offer will be between $238,356.00 - $291,799.45 to commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To

General Manager

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Who May Apply

All current BART employees and Future BART employees

Current Assignment

Note: This job announcement will remain open until filled. The District reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time after the completion of a review round if a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified to advance in the selection process. Therefore, candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as early as possible, as subsequent review rounds may not be conducted.

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking an experienced and results-driven leader to serve as the Assistant General Manager, Infrastructure Delivery. This position provides strategic executive leadership and oversight of major construction, engineering, and infrastructure improvement projects that support the District’s operations, reliability, and long-term goals.

The Assistant General Manager is responsible for leading teams, managing project budgets and resources, and ensuring projects are completed efficiently and in alignment with District priorities. This position works closely with executive leadership, internal departments, external engineering and construction partners, and external stakeholders to support the successful delivery of infrastructure projects.

The most qualified candidate for this position will have highly developed competencies beyond the minimum qualifications in the following areas, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process:

• Experienced in providing leadership and direction for major construction, engineering, and infrastructure improvement projects.
• Experienced history of overseeing project planning, budgets, forecasts, risks, schedules, contracts, and resources to ensure projects meet established goals.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and support senior-level management teams while promoting accountability, collaboration, and employee development.
• Demonstrated ability to strategically develop and implement departmental goals, policies, and priorities that support the organization’s overall objectives.

Application and Selection Process

All applicants must apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applications must be completed in full and include all requested information, including dates of employment, positions held, hours worked, and a detailed description of duties performed.

Applicants may attach a resume to provide supplemental information; however, the resume does not substitute for completing the application form in its entirety. Only information included in the application at the time of submission will be used to determine whether applicants meet the minimum qualifications for the position. All application materials must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications received after the closing deadline will not be considered.

Applicants who require assistance with the online application process may contact the Talent Acquisition Division at(510) 464-6112 or employment@bart.gov. The selection process for this position may include one or more of the following: a skills or performance demonstration, written examination, and/or panel or individual interview.

All applications will be reviewed by the Talent Acquisition Division to determine whether applicants meet the established Minimum Qualifications (MQs). Applicants who meet the MQs may be referred to the hiring department for further evaluation as part of the selection process.

The selected candidate must demonstrate a work history reflecting reliability and dependability and may be required to provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documentation required by law, including proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Pre-employment processing will include a background check. This requirement does not apply to current full-time District employees unless the position requires additional evaluations or clearances.

Examples of Duties

Manages and oversees capital and operating construction projects and initiates departmental budget and forecast for staffing, equipment, materials, supplies, and capital and operating projects funds related to capital and operating projects.

Manages and oversees management teams; oversees training, development, performance management including corrections of deficiencies, implementation of discipline and termination process.
Oversees the development and implementation of executive office and assigned department goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each assigned service area.
Establishes, within District policy, appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; allocates resources accordingly.
Assesses and monitors workload, administrative and support systems, and internal reporting relationships; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and implements changes.
Directs department projects including setting policies, goals and objectives and determines priorities to meet those objectives.
Directs large scale projects and contracts related to engineering and architectural interdisciplinary design and construction; directs the utilization of contracted consultant services on department projects; resolves disputes with construction contractors and negotiates major change orders.
Oversees the financial control and administration of projects including the development of new project scopes, criteria, budgets, and schedules.
Oversees and coordinates department contract administration; directs the preparation of requests for proposals for consultant and contractor services; coordinates the review of principles; submits and presents recommendations to the General Manager and Board of Directors.
Selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; provides or coordinates management staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
Oversees and participates in the development and administration of the budget for assigned departments; approves the forecast of funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; approves expenditures and implements budgetary adjustments as appropriate and necessary.
Explains and defends assigned department programs, policies, and activities; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues.
Represents the Office of Infrastructure Delivery to other executive staff, departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; and coordinates activities with other departments and outside agencies and organizations.
Ensures customer service and collaboration with the public, stakeholders, and other BART departments.
Participates on a variety of boards, commissions, and committees; prepares and presents staff reports and other necessary correspondence.
Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of public transportation development services.
Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive citizen inquiries and complaints.

Minimum Qualifications

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience :

Nine (9) years of (full-time) professional verifiable experience in construction, engineering, or project management experience or related experience which must include at least four (4) years of management experience. Transit experience preferred.

Substitution :

Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for- year basis. A college degree is preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of :

• Policies and goals of BART Strategic Plan
• Operations, services, and activities of a comprehensive public rail transportation system new development program including all structures and systems engineering, construction, and administrative program areas
• Principles and practices of civil and structural engineering
• Advanced principles and practices of program development, implementation, and administration
• Priorities of General, Deputy General Manager and Board of Directors
• Principles and practices of transit system construction and development
• Principles and practices of construction project management
• Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration
• Principles and practices of contract negotiation and administration
• Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation
• Related Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations

Skill/Ability in :

• Managing and directing a comprehensive public rail transportation system new development program including the structures and systems engineering, construction, financial and administrative program areas
• Managing overall program scope
• Developing and administering executive office and assigned departmental goals, objectives and procedures
• Analyzing and assessing programs, policies and operational needs and making appropriate adjustments
• Identifying and responding to sensitive community and organizational issues, concerns and needs
• Delegating authority and responsibility
• Selecting, supervising, training, and evaluating staff
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals
• Researching, analyzing, and evaluating new service delivery methods and techniques
• Overseeing and managing a variety of transit engineering construction and projects
• Overseeing and coordinating contract administration of consultant contracts
• Preparing clear and concise administrative and financial reports
• Preparing and administering large and complex budgets
• Interpreting and applying applicable 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 employment@bart.gov .

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 .

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) prides itself in offering best in class benefits packages to employees of the District. Currently, the following benefits may be available to employees in this job classification.

Highlights

• Medical Coverage (or $350/month if opted out)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Insurance (Basic and Enhanced Plans Available)
• Retirement Plan through the CA Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS)
  • 2% @ 55 (Classic Members)
  • 2% @ 62 (PEPRA Members)
  • 3% at 50 (Safety Members - Classic)
  • 2.7% @ 57 (Safety Members - PEPRA)
  • Reciprocity available for existing members of many other public retirement systems (see BART website and/or CalPERS website for details)
• Money Purchase Pension Plan (in-lieu of participating in Social Security tax)
  • 6.65% employer contribution up to annual maximum of $1,868.65
• Deferred Compensation & Roth 457
• Sick Leave Accruals (12 days per year)
• Vacation Accruals (3-6 weeks based on time worked w/ the District)
• Holidays: 9 observed holidays and 5 floating holidays
• Life Insurance w/ ability to obtain additional coverage
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Survivor Benefits through BART
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and Dependent Care
• Commuter Benefits
• Free BART Passes for BART employees and eligible family members.

Closing Date/Time: Continuous