Assistant Vice President Program Executive (Innovation)

Assistant Vice President Program Executive (Innovation)

Position at MTA Construction & Development

This position is eligible for telework, which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.

Summary

This position will lead the agency’s innovation strategy related to technology and partnerships across capital projects. Responsible for all project phases from this perspective and will be accountable for quality and commercial matters.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement C&D’s innovation strategy to enable use of operating technology and technology partnerships in capital projects throughout the MTA system.
• Provide vision and leadership for creating and implementing an agency-wide framework to test, scale, and institutionalize new tools and technologies across the organization.
• Partner with MTA C&D Planning, Development, Delivery Business Units and MTA IT to identify asset areas prime for disruption and launch innovative solutions.
• Test innovative tools and methods and ensure strong governance and ROI around pilots and investments.
• Coordinate adoption of cutting edge tools and methods in construction, project management, and delivery (e.g., AI, digital twins, modular construction, predictive maintenance, automation).
• Coordinate with Delivery Services Office to modernize specifications and design standards for next-generation infrastructure.
• Forge partnerships with academic and research institutions, established and emerging technology firms, and peer agencies to identify best practices and shared innovation opportunities. Work with MTA-Transit Tech Lab partnership on new opportunities.
• Position C&D as industry leader in construction innovation (e.g., annual MTA Innovation Day).
• Build an internal culture that empowers staff at all levels and departments to pilot new ideas.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including Corporate Performance and Delivery Services Office, to align with data-driven decision making and modernized workflows.
• Serve as President's Office champion and lead coordinator of public-private technology partnerships, including but not limited to Boldyn subway cellular service buildout, improving Railroad coverage, OMNY fare payment system.
• Manage staff selection, coaching, training, development, evaluation, and discipline/termination as needed.
• Create a professional that respects individual differences and enables all employees to develop and contribute to their full potential.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction or Project Management, Business Administration, Transportation, Policy or a related field.
• Minimum fourteen (14) years of related experience.
• Minimum ten (10) years in a program management or supervisory role in a large, multi-faceted organization.
• Proven leader as a change agent and creative/innovative thinker with the ability to align business goals with solutions to drive process improvements.
• Significant experience in program management for major construction programs with highly complex systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and work collaboratively with stakeholders at all internal organizational levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a high-profile, high-pressure environment effectively.
• Focus and ability to deliver results, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent team-building, listening, problem-solving, and prioritization skills.

Other Information

Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

Selection Criteria

Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview.

How to Apply

MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the “Careers” link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant.

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.