Provides expert opinions, evaluations, and assessments on matters related to construction management of major Metro rail and bus facilities projects based on current industry best practices. The Construction Specialist reviews aspects of Metro's construction project, does site visits, and interacts with construction personnel to identify practices, policies, activities, or behaviors that impact projects and may make recommendations for better safety, cost, or schedule methods. They may investigate construction site allegations of misconduct together with OIG investigators to determine the facts and make reports. They may be assigned special projects at a lead or management level to study, perform analysis, and report.
Example Of Duties
Creates and develops a program to monitor, investigate, and report on Metro′s capital construction projects to the Inspector General and the Metro Board
Researches, investigates, and prepares quarterly technical assessments of engineering and construction projects, including change orders
Works with auditors and investigators to evaluate and investigate matters related to Metro capital construction projects; conducts site audits and inspections
Develops survey instruments to obtain construction project management information
Maintains familiarity with the status of Metro major capital construction projects
Writes and prepares Spot Check report and presentation; uploads report into Legistar, and makes presentations to the Construction Committee / Board
Reviews and analyzes Metro construction project management related reports and documents, and provides a written briefing and/or summary to OIG (Office of the Inspector General) Audit Unit and Investigation Unit to facilitate an understanding of studies and investigations
Researches data, develops findings, and provides recommendations on current major capital construction project management best practices
Critically reviews Metro capital construction management policies and procedures to determine alignment with current industry best practices and recommend enhancements to capital construction management practices
Delivers reports and makes presentations in board briefings and for formal public presentations
Reviews and investigates finances related to construction
Investigates construction safety issues and reports findings to the Inspector General
Assists audit team and investigators on other Inspector General reports concerning construction-type matters
Researches climate change issues as they relate to Metro and prepares recommendations
Attends capital construction and community meetings and events to obtain insights about various project progress, issues, and concerns
Recommends, orchestrates, and participates in proactive audits and investigations in construction and safety on a continuous basis and based on high risk areas
Identifies areas of common fraud in procurement, construction, and claims for the purpose of conducting audits and investigations
Works with appropriate prosecuting and law enforcement agencies, including United States Attorney General, State Attorney General, District Attorney, or City Attorney, and testifies before grand juries, courts, or administrative hearings on results of completed investigations
Monitors communication and implementation of Metro safety rules, policies, and procedures in support of the agency′s safety vision and goals; and maintains accountability for the safety performance of all assigned employees and contractors
Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out
May Be Required To Perform Other Related Job Duties
Requirements For Employment
Required
A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes:
Education
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or a related field
Experience
Six years of relevant experience or three years of relevant supervisory-level experience managing major construction contracts, including three years of experience in tunneling, aerial structures, underground structures, ballasted track work, highway and highway bridges, rail construction, or transportation related construction projects; three years of experience performing investigations preferred
Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements
ROW (Right of Way) Training Certification
OSHA Safety Certification and Construction Certification
Valid California Class C Driver License
State of California registration as a Professional Engineer or Architect preferred
Credential as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE) preferred
Construction Health and Safety Technician (CHST), Associate Safety Professional (ASP), and/or Certified Safety Professional (CSP) certification preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Experience investigating construction projects and reporting findings to the board
Experience analyzing change orders and writing reports
Experience interacting with executive-level management
Experience initiating projects, developing plans, and conducting studies and analyses of construction-related matters
Possessing a license as a Professional Engineer
Knowledge
Theories, principles, and practices of engineering, including civil engineering
Theories, principles, and practices of criminal rules of evidence, constitutional rights, search and seizure procedures, court procedures to be followed in criminal matters, formal hearings, and administrative actions
Theories, principles, and practices of design, planning, and engineering for construction of rail and bus transit projects
Applicable local, state, and federal requirements and standards related to construction
Equipment and construction techniques related to the installation and construction of various rail and bus facilities
Basic principles of rail and bus operations and maintenance
Contract administration related to major public works construction projects, including design and procurement
Business and construction contract law
Accounting and claims management for construction projects
Audit and investigation methods and techniques to identify fraud in construction, procurement, and claims
Interviewing and interrogation methods and techniques
Technical assessments, evaluations, and summary reports for engineering and construction projects
Design build, design bid build, procurement, and claims processes for construction projects
Applicable computer business applications
Skills
Investigating, monitoring, overseeing, and evaluating Metro capital projects
Analyzing complex data, records, statistical information, and situations
Identifying areas of construction fraud, recommending responses, and reporting to affected parties
Exercising sound judgment and high level of creativity in making decisions and recommendations
Business and project management
Technical writing and performing technical assessments
Civil and environmental engineering, including water, wastewater, and stormwater engineering, and design
Identifying best construction contract terms
Communicating clearly and effectively orally and in writing
Interacting professionally with various levels of OIG staff, Metro employees and outside representatives
Abilities
Develop and implement programs and projects
Perform under high stress and pressure
Meet time deadlines and complete projects within established schedule and budget
Work with minimal supervision, initiate work-plans, and balance competing priorities
Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements
Prepare comprehensive reports, technical documents and correspondence; express technical information and details in a clear and easily understandable manner for public reporting
Work effectively with other Metro departments
Create an investigative subject area list and investigation team
Conduct complex workplace and criminal investigations
Follow instructions of management and department policies and procedures
Ensure discretion and maintain confidentiality in all matters
Read, write, speak, and understand English
Selection Procedure
Applicants who best meet job-related qualifications will be invited to participate in the examination process that may consist of any combination of written, performance, or oral appraisal to further evaluate job-related experience, knowledge, skills and abilities.
Application Procedure
To apply, visit Metro's website at www.metro.net and complete an online Employment Application.
Computers are available to complete online Employment Applications at the following Metro location:
METRO Headquarters, Employment Office
One Gateway Plaza
Los Angeles, CA 90012
Telephone: (213) 922-6217 or persons with hearing or speech impairments can use California Relay Service 711 to contact Metro.
All completed online Employment Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. TW
Open to the public and all Metro employees
This is an At-Will position and employee serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority.
This job bulletin is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Employees may be required to perform other related job duties.
Ptsc Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan.
Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000.
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates.
Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available.
Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth, Veterans' Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day.
Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday.
Years of Service Annual Accrual
Hire date - 5 years 20 days
Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days
Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days
Beginning of 16th + years 35 days
Pension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula.
Other Benefits : Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Administrative
Industries
Urban Transit Services
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