At the MBTA, we envision a thriving region enabled by a best-in-class transit system. Our mission is to serve the public by providing safe, reliable, and accessible transportation. MBTA’s Core Values are built around safety, service, equity, sustainability, and culture. Each employee that works for the MBTA performs their roles based on our vision, mission, and values. This includes attendance, participation, and contribution in local safety committee meetings as needed.

The Senior Director of Change Order Management, reporting to the Deputy Chief of Contract Services, will lead a diverse professional staff providing comprehensive Change Order (CO) analysis services in support of Capital Programs Support to deliver the Authority's multi-billion-dollar, five-year Capital Investment Plan (CIP). The Senior Director will work closely with the Director of Change Order Management and the Deputy Chief of Contract Services in determining the Authority's Change Order Group's process efficiency and effective objectives, as well as recommending MBTA-wide policy decisions regarding the contractor change management process. 

This role will develop guidelines and process changes that align with MBTA leadership's strategic capital construction plans. The Senior Director is the lead negotiator for complex, high-dollar and time-related overhead contract changes as delegated by the Deputy Chief, and will be responsible for enforcing MBTA, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and Federal Transportation Authority (FTA) compliance with construction contract change actions. 

The Senior Director will also monitor contractor compliance with false claims avoidance and statutory cost audit protocols. The Senior Director will work in partnership with functional leads of multiple MBTA departments needing to deliver the capital program. Duties will include, directing, and managing a highly talented, experienced, and matrixed technical team, managing contract consultant budgets and collaborating with other teams and departments on a wide range of program requirements and issues. 

• Manage the MBTA Capital Program Change Order group and work closely with Deputy Chiefs in determining the Authority's Capital Delivery objectives, as well as make or recommend all policy decisions regarding the contractor change management process.
• Partner with Project executives, Chiefs and Deputy Chiefs in defining organizational goals for strategic changes in construction plans requiring Change Orders.
• Liaise with the MBTA Capital Program Oversight Department to ensure that contractor change actions are integrated with e-Builder, the MBTA's Project Management Information System and FMIS. 
• Oversee training and mentoring of project staff in the technical review, analysis, negotiations, and resolution of change order issues and problems.
• Lead negotiations on multiple large construction changes, including resolving delay and construction change Cost Proposals while conforming to MBTA / FTA procurement policies and change pricing reasonableness protocols.   
• Provide input and guidance to MBTA Project Managers for Work Directive Letters, Authorization Review Control Forms, and Amendment scope language. This includes developing order of magnitude independent cost estimates (ICE) for complex changes and reviewing submissions for accuracy and completeness. 
• Acts as the main point of contact with senior contractor owners, CFOs & CEOs in negotiating on contract change actions, and exercises the authority to approve or renegotiate changes in costs within delegated authority and recommend higher level resolutions. 
• Ensure accuracy and compliance of construction change order packages and work products with MBTA Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), policies, and federal regulations. 
• Oversee maintenance of eBuilder CO data such as a comprehensive electronic data log and central filing system for department Work Directives & Change Order records and supporting analytical documents.
• Lead the procurement of CO support consultants and claims specialty contractors, ensuring that monthly payment and work submissions are being reviewed, accepted & paid in a timely manner.
• Prepare and deliver complex presentations on changes and claims subjects, negotiated cost savings, and related capital program management topics.
• Represent the MBTA externally as a subject matter expert in construction change orders and claims.
• Communicate effectively with MBTA leadership, MBTA contractors, MBTA customers, MBTA employees and consultant vendors.  
• Uphold the rights and interests of the Authority while building and maintaining an effective relationship with employees. 
• Manage the workforce by ensuring fair and consistent application and strict adherence to the rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable) and policies of the Authority including the EEO, Anti-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment and Anti-Retaliation policies.
• Perform all other duties and projects that may be assigned.
• The Senior Director will lead the Capital Program Change Order team of over 15 professionals, including direct supervision of a Director and a Senior Change Order Manager.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Ten (10) years of experience in construction contract management and/or contract administration including the preparation and review of change orders or claims for heavy civil construction and transit industry construction projects.
• Seven (7) years related experience in a supervisory capacity. 
• Effective organizational, analytical, confidentiality, multi-tasking, time management and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in presentations, and excellent communication skills including reporting to senior executive leadership.
• Experience utilizing estimating software applications.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and database applications.
• Excellent customer service and conflict resolution skills. 
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experience. 

• A high school diploma or GED with an additional seven (7) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor's degree requirement. 
• An associate's degree from an accredited institution and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience substitutes for the bachelor's degree requirement.
• A master's degree in a related subject substitutes for two (2) years of general experience. 
• A nationally recognized certification, or statewide/professional certification in a related field substitutes for one year of experience.

Preferences

• A Master's Degree in Construction Management, Law or Public Administration from an accredited institution.
• Construction change order experience in the public sector highway construction management or transit industry fields.  
• Prior management experience with construction and professional services contract administration and professional change order technical, analytical and cost review staff.

Job Conditions:

• Ability to effectively read, comprehend, communicate, and respond to instructions, orders, signs, notices, inquiries, etc. in English.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, except if participating in an approved high school internship / co-op program.
• Ability to commute to assigned work locations in the Boston, MA metro area, as required by the role.
• Ability to provide internal and external customers with courteous and professional experiences.
• Ability to work effectively, independently, and as part of a diverse workforce team (or supervise, if required).
• Ability to uphold the rights and interests of the MBTA while building and maintaining effective relationships with employees and co-workers.
• Ability to adhere to rules, regulations, collective bargaining agreements (if applicable), and policies of the MBTA, including the EEO, anti-discrimination, anti-harassment, and anti-retaliation policies.
• Have a satisfactory work record for the two (2) years immediately prior to the closing date of this posting (unless if current student or recent graduate), including overall employment, job performance, discipline, and safety records (infractions and/or offenses occurring after the closing of the posting and before the filling of a vacancy may preclude a candidate from consideration for selection).
• Ability to pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, comprehensive background screening, and / or medical Clinic screening, potentially including physical examination and drug and alcohol screenings.
• Ability to work all shifts and / or locations assigned, directed, or necessary for this position, including (for some transit / operations roles) up to twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week as necessary to accommodate severe weather conditions, emergencies, or any other circumstances that may potentially impact service or the safety of service.
• Intern / co-op staff must be enrolled full or part-time in an accredited educational program and maintain a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 for the entire duration of the internship / co-op. Additionally, interns / co-ops must have valid work authorization and U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting pre-employment screenings / pre-boarding, working in their positions, and throughout the duration of their program.

Disclaimers and Definitions:

1. General Disclaimer: The statements contained in this job description are intended to describe a summary, general nature, and complexity of typical job functions and do not represent an exhaustive list of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities required of staff assigned to this position.
2. Application Completion: It is each applicant’s responsibility to ensure application details are entered completely and correctly, including updated work and education histories (past and current). Incomplete applications may not be considered. Attachments do not substitute for application fields. The recruitment team does not have access to existing employee data / history.
3. Application Deadlines: Applicants should apply as soon as possible, as the MBTA may stop considering applicants after a sufficiently large applicant pool is established.
4. Work Environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here-in are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. See job description for role-specific requirements.
5. Work Eligibility: All employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States and on an unrestricted basis. The MBTA does not have an employer work sponsorship program. However, if you have unrestricted work authorization, or are sponsored by a separate entity, you are welcome to apply. Further, all persons hired will require a U.S. Social Security Number prior to starting the position and employees will be required to complete a Form I-9 to verify their identity and eligibility to work in the U.S.
6. Interviews: Candidates should ensure they arrive on time, are prepared, can remain for the duration, and if remote, are in a quiet place without distraction, for the interview. Candidates who do not attend their interview without advance authorization, including an email confirmation of a rescheduled time/date from Human Resources, will be considered a no-show and disqualified from consideration for the position. Related to rescheduling, on a one-time basis, and due to something emergent, you may be allowed to reschedule the interview. In addition, Human Resources may require documentation supporting the request. However, should you need to reschedule, you will need to contact your Recruiter directly by email.
7. Safety Sensitive Positions: Employees working in this classification will be subject to periodic physical examinations plus random drug and alcohol testing.
8. On-call or 24/7 Positions: Employees working in this classification must be available to respond to page / text / call and report to work as determined by assigned department or the Authority.
9. Essential / Emergency Staff: During declared "states of emergency," employees working in this classification are required to report to work for their assigned work hours or as directed by management.
10. ADA Accommodations: The MBTA makes reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation during this process, please contact the MBTA's ADA Unit at 617-222-5751 or hradaaa@mbta.com.
11. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The MBTA is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. For terms, descriptions, and definitions related to diversity, equity, inclusion, veteran status, and immediate family members that you may find on the application form, please visit mbta.com/careers-app-definitions.
12. Intern / Co-Op Benefits: Employees taking part in an internship or co-op at the MBTA are eligible to receive accrued paid sick leave as well as a monthly transportation pass, based on the city from which the intern / co-op commutes to work, at no cost. However, no additional benefits are currently offered for interns or co-ops.