Director, Design and Configuration Management

Job ID:

240524

Location:

DC/MD/VA Metro Locations

Full/Part Time:

Full-Time

Posting Open-Close

10/14/2024

-

10/31/2024

Union

NRP

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Job Description

MARKETING STATEMENT

Director of Design & Configuration Management

Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for engineering and architectural excellence? WMATA is seeking a dynamic Director of Design & Configuration Management to lead the, development, coordination, and oversight of our comprehensive engineering and architectural standards for all Authority construction projects. Reporting to the Vice-President of Project and Design Management, you will lead a group of 25 professionals involved in diverse project documentation and support functions.

In this critical role, you will ensure that project requirements and standards are thoroughly established and maintained across all phases¿engineering, construction, and maintenance. You'll be instrumental in developing and implementing policies, procedures, and standards that guide successful project design and closeout while ensuring compliance with legal, safety, and environmental regulations. You will also guide the transition of existing WMATA design criteria and specifications to industry-accepted standards.

As a key leader, you will also manage the configuration of WMATA¿s infrastructure, overseeing the review and approval process for proposed changes, as well as maintaining critical infrastructure records. Your ability to collaborate with executives, regulatory agencies, and senior staff, combined with a deep understanding of various engineering disciplines, will allow you to successfully integrate diverse needs into a cohesive program.

The ideal candidate will bring over 10 years of experience in engineering design management or construction project management, including at least 3 years in a significant leadership role. Expertise in working with regulatory agencies such as the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and knowledge of safety standards like NFPA 130 is desired. A history of influencing peer behavior and cooperation is essential for success in this position.

If you're ready to lead and innovate at the intersection of design, safety, and infrastructure, we invite you to apply. Join us and shape the future of transit!

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field.

Certification/Licensure

Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Level 2 or above Certification within 6 months of hire

Experience

A minimum of ten (10) years engineering design management, engineering analysis, or construction project management experience for a multi-disciplined engineering program (encompassing architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical, electronic, environmental, and industrial engineering), with at least 3 years in a management and leadership role. Experience directing both internal subordinate and external contracted/consultant workforces.

Preferred

• Experience interfacing with WMATA executives, Federal oversight authorities, and other high-level officials.

• Professional Engineers (PE) or Architects license preferred.

• Project Management Professional Certification

Medical Group

Satisfactorily complete the medical examination for this position, if required. The incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of this position either with or without reasonable accommodations.

SUMMARY

The Director of Design & Configuration Management oversees the planning and coordination of an effective, well-integrated, and comprehensive engineering and architectural requirements program for multiple design and construction projects. The incumbent ensures requirements for design and construction projects are established and maintained throughout all levels of program/project engineering, construction, and maintenance. The incumbent develops, revises, and implements engineering and architectural policies, procedures, and standards to provide adequate guidance and oversight of programs and projects and ensures that those policies, procedures, and standards comply with various legal, safety, and other requirements.

The incumbent also oversees the processes and procedures for reviewing and accepting, or rejecting, proposed changes to the configuration of WMATAs Infrastructure and manages the archiving and maintenance of Infrastructure record documents to ensures that they are readily available to Metro staff, consultants, and contractors. The incumbent Interfaces with executive and senior-level staff from regulatory agencies and other organizations to address WMATAs interests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides guidance and direction to the Engineering staff on the interpretation and implementation of control documents (i.e. As-built drawings; utility and municipal/jurisdictional agreements and other documents and communications) as required for the effective and efficient design and construction of projects throughout the WMATA system.

• Works closely with all project managers responsible for delivering design or construction projects and leads a group of CAD/BIM and specification professionals responsible for developing and maintaining the core documents upon which the WMATA system has been built and will continue to be rehabilitated and maintained.

• In accordance with the Infrastructure Quality Management Plan, develops Design Quality Plan(s) to control, verify, and document that design requirements are understood and met. Maintains and directs the Design Quality Assurance/Quality Control program for design and construction projects.

• Leads a group of Quality Assurance professionals who oversee/monitor the management staff responsible for the design of new projects and maintenance repairs/upgrades to the WMATA System.

• Develops, revises, and implements engineering policies, procedures, and standards to ensure compliance with legal, safety, and other requirements.

• Coordinates configuration management and system integration rules and functions of WMATAs diverse engineering disciplines to ensure that all changes are well vetted and that modifications do not create conflicts between disciplines.

• Reviews technical engineering designs, specifications, and change orders, and ensures conformance with WMATA design Criteria and Standards. Assists with the coordination of in-house designs and analysis with internal clients across departments within the Authority.

• Directs project evaluation activities to evaluate project conformance to overall goals and ensure achievement of technical engineering requirements.

• Plans and directs the effective utilization of Design & Configuration Management resources and ensures that adequate resources are available for matters related to design control and provide special technical assistance and guidance for the full range of WMATAs projects.

• Directs, oversees, and monitors activities of Design & Configuration Management consultants to ensure fulfillment of contract specifications, timetables, budget, and other conditions. Coordinates Design & Configuration Management activities with the needs and priorities of providing up-to-date guiding documents for work being engaged in by consultants and contractors working for WMATA.

• Represents the Authority's interests in meetings and communications with external stakeholders related to document control.

• Oversees the preparation and subsequent monitoring of office budget and other administrative duties as requested by the VP of Project and Design Management. Prepares and directs the preparation of clear, technically sound, accurate, and informative statistical, financial, progress, and other reports. Prepares executive correspondence.

The essential duties listed are not intended to limit specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

Evaluation Criteria

Consideration will be given to applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and work experience.

Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the following:

• Skills and/or behavioral assessment

• Personal interview

• Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)

• Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)

• Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)

• Review of a current motor vehicle report

Closing

WMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by applicable federal law.

This posting is an announcement of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to replace the official job description. Job descriptions are available upon confirmation of an interview.