Manager Force Account Planning & Analysis (Track Access)

Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Description Position at MTA Construction & Development This position is eligible for telework , which is currently available one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. JOB TITLE: Manager Force Account Planning & Analysis (Track Access) AGENCY: Construction & Development DEPT/DIV: Development/ Owner Support Resources REPORTS TO: Senior Director , Force Account Implementation WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway HOURS OF WORK: 8 : 30 AM to 5: 00 P M or as required (7.5HR/ DAY ) HAY POINTS: 677 SALARY RANGE: $ 100,994 to $1 37,498 DEADLINE: Open Until Filled S ummary The Manager , Force Account Planning & Analysis is responsible for coordinating , evaluating, and optimizing MTA force account resources in support of the MTA Capital Program. This position plays a critical part in ensuring the effective deployment of New York City Transit Authority (NYCT) track access for a large portfolio of MTA Construction and Development (C&D) capital projects. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and collaborative leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at building relationships across departments and agencies, and is committed to driving operational efficiency , minimizing customer impacts and process improvements. Responsibilities The Manager, Force Account Planning & Analysis, supports the Senior Director in being responsible for the following strategic and operational business functions: Project p lanning: Coordinate the planning and implementation of track access and diversion services (i.e. General Orders or “GOs”) for a portfolio of MTA C&D capital projects . Estimate oversight & validation: Support the development and validation of track access plan s including working with projects to come up with a structure of diversions that achieves pro j ect goals efficiently while minimizing operational and customer impacts . Stakeholder coordination: Collaborate with C&D Delivery teams, NYCT Service Delivery, Maintenance of Way (MOW), and Operations Planning (OP) , and contractors to align resource projections with project milestones and service delivery requirements. Track access optimization: Map and analyze planned and committed track access needs across all MTA capital and maintenance projects to identify geographic and scheduling synergies, reduce conflicts, and support efficient system-wide service delivery. Contract strategy alignment: Coordinate with C&D Contracts and Delivery teams to support strategies that promote efficient track access usage and cost-effective delivery. Team leadership: Supervise and develop a team of A nalysts, fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency , and data-driven problem-solving. Process improvements: Contribute to the refinement of processes , applications, and tool to maximize track access utilization, force account resource fulfillment, and con struction productivity. Education and Experience Bachelor ' s degree in Transportation, Urban Planning, Business, Public Policy, Construction Management, Finance/Economics, or a related field Master ' s degree in Transportation, Urban Planning, Business, Public Policy, Construction Management, Finance/Economics, or a related field preferred Must have a m inimum of seven ( 7 ) years of experience in Transportation, Construction, Infrastructure, Finance, Planning, or a related field Must have a m inimum of two ( 2 ) years managerial experience Familiarity with the MTA's operating agencies and their construction support resources Knowledge of construction resource management and experience with resource planning and prioritization Knowledge of transit force account practices, procedures, systems, and applications Knowledge of MTA force account systems and applications, including TA Labor Construction System (TLCS), Track Access Management System (TAMS), and Consolidated Work Train Manifest System (CWTMS) preferred. Excellent collaboration and negotiation skills. Excellent organizational and presentation skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated supervisory and leadership capabilities. Demonstrated ability to problem-solve creatively . Demonstrated ability to work with all levels of an organization. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high - profile, high-pressure, fast-paced environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with key internal and external stakeholders. Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite or similar applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. Experience with Geographical Information Systems (GIS) applications, such as ArcGIS Pro, preferred SQL and relational-database experience (PostgreSQL, Oracle, SQL Server) preferred Proficiency with data-visualization/BI tools, such as Power BI or Tableau, preferred Strong programming skills for analytics (Python, R, or Java) a plus Other Information Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the " Commission " ) . Selection Criteria Based on evaluation of education, skills, experience, and interview. How to Apply MTA employees must apply via My MTA Portal. You can submit an online application by logging into My MTA Portal, clicking the My Job Search ribbon, and selecting the " Careers " link. Logging in through My MTA Portal will link your BSC ID number to your job application to identify you as an internal applicant. Equal Employment Opportunity MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are equal opportunity employers, including those 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 .

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