ESS) - (must be local to MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT) at MBTA

Boston, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Public Transportation, GovernmentIndustries

Requirements

Must be local to MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT
Attention to detail and relentless organization to manage complexities of up to 100 MBTA stations
Strong communication skills to interface with diverse stakeholders (construction, architecture, accessibility, safety, transit operations, IT, user experience)
Ability to write clearly and communicate ideas creatively to different audiences
Minimum formal education (incomplete in description, but required)

Responsibilities

Serve as TID’s subject matter expert for stations: join consultant on site visits, become intimately familiar with each station
Review consultant plans and provide critical assessments of proposed locations for digital screens, speakers, wiring paths, and more
Interface with internal MBTA departments (electrical, signals/communication, safety, accessibility, etc.) to ensure all requirements are considered
Manage the consultant’s work: coordinate weekly meetings, keep records, log key decisions
Lead knowledge management for document-heavy project (plansets, transmittals, changelogs for each station)
Identify risks to project scope and timeline, advocate for prioritization of critical path work
Build and maintain relationships with key MBTA departments in the project’s working group
Coordinate periodic meetings and provide regular updates for alignment and transparency
Understand and collate stakeholders’ needs, representing them to the consultant continuously

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ManagementStakeholder ManagementVendor OversightRegulatory ComplianceInfrastructure CoordinationSafety ProtocolsAccessibility StandardsWorkshop FacilitationExecutive CommunicationDesign Management

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this a remote position or does it require being local to a specific area?

This position requires candidates to be local to MA, ME, NH, RI, or VT, and involves on-site activities such as joining consultants on station site visits.

What is the duration of this contract position?

This is a contract position with a fixed term of 18 months, which may be extended if the design phase takes longer than anticipated.

What key skills are required for this Project Manager/Analyst role?

The role requires attention to detail for managing complexities across up to 100 stations and strong communication skills to interface with diverse stakeholders in construction, architecture, accessibility, safety, transit operations, IT, and user experience.

What does the work environment look like at MBTA for this role?

The role is in the Technology Innovation Department, a cross-functional team in a large complex public agency, involving site visits to stations in a safety vest, facilitating discussions, and coordinating with internal stakeholders and consultants.

What makes a strong candidate for this Project Manager/Analyst position?

A strong candidate thrives on understanding complexities of up to 100 MBTA stations, needs of stakeholders like Safety & System-Wide Accessibility, and complex regulations, with relentless organization and ability to communicate across diverse technical domains.

MBTA

Public transit services in Greater Boston

About MBTA

The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) offers public transit services in the Greater Boston area, including subways, buses, commuter rails, and ferries. It generates revenue through fare collection, providing various products like single-ride tickets, monthly passes, and the CharlieCard for convenient payment. The MBTA stands out by offering a comprehensive range of transit options and continually improving service quality and accessibility. Its goal is to enhance the customer experience while serving the transportation needs of the community.

Boston, MassachusettsHeadquarters

1964Year Founded

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Automotive & Transportation, Government & Public SectorIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees