Associate Project Manager 3
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Associate Project Manager 3
Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Operates regional public transit network
JOB INFORMATION:
Title: | Associate Project Manager III - Fueling - Facilities | |
Authority: | OA/MTA Bus | |
Department: | Regional Bus Company | |
Division/Unit: | Facilities | |
Location: | Queens Village Depot – 97-11 222ndSt, Queens Village | |
Hours: | Various | |
Telework (if Applicable): | ||
Reporting Manager (if Applicable): | Superintendent CNG Operations | |
Deadline (if Applicable): | 09/04/2026 | |
Compensation\Authority - Union | OA - TWU | MTA BC - TWU |
Associate ProjectManagerIII | $102,339 - $120,642 | $105,968 - 124,920 |
POSITON SUMMARY:
The Associate Project Manager (APM)is responsible forplanning, coordinating, and managing facility maintenance, rehabilitation, renovation, and infrastructure improvement projects supporting NYCT bus depots and related facilities. The position provides technical leadership for mechanical and facility systems, coordinates work performed by in-house forces and contractors, oversees projects from planning through completion, and ensures compliance with all applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. The APM serves as the primary liaison between maintenance operations, engineering, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective project outcomes.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and coordinate facility maintenance, rehabilitation, renovation, and infrastructure improvement projects for bus depots, fueling facilities.
- Lead and oversee in-house maintenance personnel, contracted vendors, and capital contractors while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and MTA standards.
- Coordinate project planning, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, commissioning, and project closeout activities. -Perform site inspections, evaluate existing facility conditions,identifydeficiencies, and develop corrective action plans.
- Review contractor work, technical submittals, cost proposals, schedules, and change orders to ensure compliance with project requirements.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, Safety, Environmental Compliance, Procurement, and outside regulatory agencies throughout project execution.
- Support preventive maintenance and reliability initiatives for facility mechanical systems, fueling infrastructure, utilities, and related equipment.
- Monitor project performance using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), project tracking tools, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, FDNY, DEC, EPA, and all applicable safety and environmental regulations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration, and one year of full time satisfactory experience in project management work, such as planning, administering, managing, coordinating, or expediting, for engineering and/or architectural and/or landscape architectural projects; or
2. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and five years of experience as described in "1" above; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent plus any combination of college or university education and/or experience described in "1" above to make up the equivalent of five years of education and experience. One year of experience credit will be given for: (a) each 30 semester credits of college or university education leading to a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, landscape architecture, architectural technology, construction, construction management, construction technology, sustainable design, urban planning, urban studies, city planning, transportation planning, business administration, or public administration; (b) a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in one of the disciplines described in "1" above; (c) a Juris Doctor degree, or (d) a valid New York State license as a Professional Engineer, Registered Architect or Registered Landscape Architect.
DESIRED SKILLS:
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, facility maintenance, and industrial infrastructure.
Experience managing contractors and coordinating multidisciplinary projects.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) such as SPEAR or similar maintenance software
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, technical manuals, and construction documents. -Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational, scheduling, and project coordination abilities.
Knowledge of NYCT Department of Buses operating policies and maintenance procedures preferred.
Valid driver’s license with the ability tooperatean MTA vehicle.
Candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas are highly desirable:
Bus depot or industrial facility maintenance
Mechanical systems and facility infrastructure
CNG, LNG, hydrogen, diesel, or alternative fueling systems
Roll-up doors, fueling systems, pumps, compressors, and utility infrastructure
Contractor management and construction oversight
Preventive maintenance planning and reliability programs
Commissioning and startup of mechanical systems
Regulatory compliance including OSHA, FDNY, DEC, and EPA
Supervising unionized maintenance personnel
SELECTION METHOD
Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, interview, and written assessment.
All selected candidates will be subject to a full background investigation that includes employment and education. Discrepancies may lead to dismissal.
OTHER INFORMATION
Appointment may be at a comparable level to current level of selected candidate. (If necessary)
As an employee of MTA NYC Transit, you may be required to complete an annual financial disclosure statement with the state of New York, if your position earns more than $101,379 (this is subject to change) per year or if the position is designated as a policy maker.
For 55-a eligible titles:Candidates selected for this position may be placed in a competitive or non-competitive class position based on their qualifications. Qualified candidates who are placed in a competitive class position are eligible for the 55-a Program. Pleaseindicatein your cover letter and in the upper right corner of your resume that you would like to be considered for the position under the 55-a Program. For detailed informationregardingthe 55-a Program, please visit the following linkhttps://www1.nyc.gov/site/dcas/employment/55-a-program.page
TA APPLICANTS MUST BE IN A PERMANENT CIVIL SERVICE STATUS IN THE TITLE(S). IF YOU ARE ON AN ESTABLISHED LIST, YOUR LIST NUMBER MUST BE REACHABLE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR APPOINTMENT. The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA networkcomprisesthe nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Final salary isdeterminedexperience, skillset, and alignment with compensation practices. The posted rangereflects expected compensation and may be updated as market or business needs evolve.
To be eligible for consideration for a new role, current MTA employees must complete at least one year of servicein their current role prior to applying. Additionally, eligibility to interview is contingent uponmaintainingasatisfactory record of job performance, attendance, and disciplinary conduct.Pursuant tothe New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold apolicymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission onEthics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).
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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including 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.
Operates regional public transit network
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority operates the New York City region’s transit network, including buses, subways, commuter rails, bridges, and tunnels, through six agencies. It moves people by running trains and buses and by maintaining toll facilities and related infrastructure to deliver daily service. It stands apart from others by being the largest multi-agency transit authority in the U.S., offering integrated services across multiple modes under one umbrella. Its goal is to provide safe, reliable, and accessible transportation that keeps the New York City area moving for millions of riders.
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