Project Manager, Systems – BART
Written by Nebraska Digital, administratorSAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA RAPID TRANSIT DISTRICT A job at BART offers the satisfaction of providing an invaluable public service, while accomplishing your own career goals, earning highly competitive pay, and enjoying an unparalleled benefits program. BART, a wonderful career opportunity.
BART is assembling a project team to develop and manage the implementation of its train control system upgrade program. The purpose of the program is to replace the aging train control equipment in its entirety, to improve reliability and performance (run time and headways). BART is looking at implementing either a communications-based train control (CBTC) system, or a more traditional track circuit-based system. Eventually, the system will be implemented over the full 130 double track route-miles and the entire fleet of control cars (289 existing cars and up to 400 new cars). The technology will be selected during the initial phase of the program. The program is expected to cost several hundred million dollars and take 6 to 10 years to complete. BART will be initially hiring several individuals to join the project team. This position offers a unique opportunity for individuals to join the program in its initial phase.
Project Manager, Systems
The selected incumbent will be responsible for assisting in the development, management and administration of the new systems project including engineering design and construction projects for the District.
The incumbent will assist with the coordination of the projects activities with other departments, divisions and external agencies and organizations.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following:
1. Project management during design and construction phases of a major
system implementation program that includes hardware and software
2. Ability to coordinate and/or lead a project team composed of BART staff and multiple consultants, including technical experts, specifications writers, estimators, schedulers, contract administrators, inspectors, safety specialists, etc…
3. Expertise in train control systems, including wayside and on-board equipment, hardware and software; experience in replacement of equipment and software on an existing operating transit system; experience in implementation of a CBTC system on an existing operating system
4. Expertise in design-build process in accordance with California public contracting code
5. Preparing and administering design build system type contract
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
A Bachelor’ s degree in engineering, business administration or a closely related field from an accredited college or university
Experience:
Five years of (full-time equivalent) verifiable project management and administration experience which must have included at least one year of supervisory experience
BART offers competitive salaries and an impressive benefits package, including excellent medical and CalPERS pension plans, and a generous vacation policy. BART also saves you money because no paycheck deductions are made for Social Security.
To learn more about this position, please go to www.bart.gov/jobs. BART is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
