Job Description

Posting number: 202600245

Department: Infrastructure Delivery

Division: Innovations & Resiliency

Job classification: Project Manager, Accessibility

Posting type: Open

Categories: Project Management

Summary

Pay Rate:

Non-Rep Salary Grade E09

Annual Salary Range: $160,800.00 (Minimum) - $243,612.00 (Maximum)

*The starting negotiable annual salary for this position will be $160,800.00 (minimum) - $202,206.00 (midpoint) to commensurate with education and experience.

Reports To:

Senior Manager of Engineering Programs

Days Off:

Saturday and Sunday

Who May Apply:

All current BART employees and Future BART employees.

Current Assignment:

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking highly qualified candidates for the Project Manager Accessibility position. The ideal candidates will possess results-oriented engineering and construction experience to manage complex capital improvement projects within its Accessibility Improvement Program. This position will be responsible for accessibility planning, design review, code interpretation and regulatory compliance, and managing the AIP. They will provide District staff with guidance in accessibility and inclusive design principles including communicating and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal accommodation for all users.

Key responsibilities include defining project scope and budget; managing design teams and resolving stakeholder concerns; supporting procurement activities; and overseeing construction management teams through project closeout to successfully deliver the AIP program.

The position serves as the District’s lead accessibility resource, reviewing and advising on projects, policies, and procedures to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. The candidates will provide input and assistance in resolving accessibility-related issues across the District’s planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operating entities.

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

• Licensed Professional Engineer – Registration as a Professional Civil Engineer in the State of California.
• Engineering and Design Expertise – Demonstrated experience managing engineering and/or architectural projects through planning, design, and implementation phases.
• Transportation Project Management – Proven experience managing complex projects in an operating transportation, transit, or public infrastructure environment.
• Accessibility and Inclusive Design – Extensive knowledge of accessibility regulations and inclusive design best practices.
• Communication and Stakeholder Engagement – Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong public speaking ability.

Selection and Application 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

1. Manages BART’s Accessibility Improvement Program’s engineering design and construction projects or programs in assigned areas from conceptual design through completion; project areas may include rail car procurement and rehabilitation, stations construction and rehabilitation, automated fare collection, and transit systems and structures design and construction.
2. Develops and directs project work standards from design through final program and equipment acceptance.
3. Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures in assigned project areas.
4. Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned District and contract staff; manages and directs the work of contract consultants.
5. Directs or participates in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates; ensures specifications and contract requirements comply with District standards and policies.
6. Identifies equipment or systems needs on assigned projects; evaluates functional requirements; reviews vendor and manufacturer design and specifications on project equipment and materials; coordinates equipment procurement and testing activities; oversees equipment installation.
7. As assigned, oversees contractor and consultant contracts; develops scope of work; prepares request for proposal; reviews proposals and makes recommendation on selection; assists in contract negotiation and preparation; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
8. Manages design and construction management teams.
9. Performs construction project management duties; prepares cost estimates; prepares and monitors project schedules and budgets; conducts field inspections as required; monitors work in progress; writes, approves, negotiates and executes contract changes; authorizes contract payments upon project completion.
10. Serves as the project liaison with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves project issues.
11. Provides responsible staff assistance for higher level management staff on projects and related matters.
12. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering design and construction.
13. Facilitates training workshops for District staff and consultants.
14. Oversees and directs maintenance of District wide Braille Station Signage – Accessibility Policy Committee, Platform Edge Warning Tile Standards.

Qualifications

Education

Possession of a bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited college or university.

Experience

The equivalent of five (5) of professional verifiable experience in transit accessibility, project management or related experience.

Other Requirements:

Professional Engineering (PE) license is required.

Substitution:

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

Supplemental information

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of engineering disciplines in assigned project area
• Principles and practices of engineering design and construction in assigned project area
• Principles and practices of project management
• Principles and practices of contract administration
• Principles and practices used in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates
• Principles and practices of strategic planning
• Methods and techniques of coordinating and scheduling project work
• Methods and techniques of contract negotiation
• Principles and practices of procurement
• Principles and practices of budget development and administration
• Principles of supervision, training and performance evaluation
• Current office procedures, methods and equipment including computers
• Related Federal, State and local codes, laws and regulations

Skill/Ability in:

• Managing, supervising and coordinating assigned projects
• Developing and implementing project goals, objectives and procedures
• Planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of professional staff and contract consultants
• Planning, organizing, scheduling, monitoring and reviewing project work
• Managing project design concepts and solutions
• Managing and reviewing project budget analysis, calculations and cost estimates
• Preparing designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates
• Directing or conducting contract negotiations
• Conducting field inspections
• Developing and administering project budgets
• Analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations in support of goals
• Interpreting and explaining established policies and procedures for assigned District projects
• Preparing clear and concise reports
• Operating office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications
• Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work