Cap Construction Oversight Spe
Company: Metropolitan Transportation Authority
Location: New York City
Posted on: April 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Position at MTA Inspector General Job Title: Capital
Construction Oversight Specialist Salary Range: $86,226 - $107,782
Closing Date: Open Until Filled Agency: Office of the Metropolitan
Transportation Authority Inspector General Location: New York City,
New York Hours: Full-Time Office of the Metropolitan Transportation
Authority Inspector General: The Office of the Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (MTA) Inspector General (OIG) reviews and
investigates the operations of the MTA and its contractors. The
MTA, which employs over 70,000 people, includes among other
entities, New York City Transit, the Long Island Rail Road,
Metro-North Railroad, MTA Bridges & Tunnels, Staten Island Rapid
Transit, and MTA Construction & Development. Position Summary: This
position will be part of the OIG’s mission to provide oversight of
the multibillion-dollar capital program at the MTA. Construction
oversight staff also investigate allegations of wrongdoing or fraud
and conduct proactive reviews to identify and uncover waste and
mismanagement by MTA or its contractors. The Capital Construction
Oversight Specialist will assist with these efforts. This person
will participate in evaluating the MTA’s maintenance and capital
construction programs, including the design, procurement,
budgeting, management, and construction. Duties and
Responsibilities: Assists with the reviews of the MTA capital
construction contracts, processes, procurement, billings, and
management to identify fraud and abuse. Identifies risk,
mismanagement, and safety concerns and formulates impactful
recommendations to address the problems found. Works with a team on
planning, conducting, and reporting on investigations and reviews
regarding the MTA’s capital construction and maintenance programs.
Participates with staff in interviews of agency personnel, vendors,
and contractors who conduct business with the MTA and other persons
of interest. Analyzes contracts, billings, inspection records,
payroll and other electronic or paper records in furtherance of
audit or investigation objectives. Drafts written memoranda of
interviews, investigative efforts, and other relevant work
products. Authors and assists in the preparation of reports
identifying recommendations and conclusions. Testifies in
administrative hearings and other court proceedings as required.
Develops and maintains professional working relationships and
continually gains knowledge of evolving MTA and MTA agency
operations. Qualifications / Relevant Experience : A Bachelor’s
degree (in fields such as construction management, engineering,
architecture, business, public administration, accounting) and
three years of experience OR a license in a trade and five years of
relevant experience. Demonstrated analytical skills, critical
thinking skills, impartial judgment, and investigative/research
aptitude. Experienced in conducting interviews of field personnel
as well as management. Experienced in gathering and analyzing
information. Ability to write professionally. Valuable knowledge
and experience (preferred, but not required): Experience working in
the construction industry or a project management capacity.
Knowledge of public sector procurement, contracts, protocols,
policies and procedures. Knowledge of capital budgeting and
estimating. Knowledge of applicable local, state, and federal
statutes, rules, and regulations. Knowledge of safety and OSHA
requirements. Familiarity with basic design and construction
processes, drawings, means and methods and organizational
structures preferred. Experience with data analytics, preferably
within the construction/engineering industry. Position
Requirements: Travel within the MTA geographic jurisdiction.
Ability to conduct site visits to active construction sites and
safely traverse active transportation facilities. Ability to work
outside of regular business hours as required. Position is eligible
for hybrid teleworking according to office policies. How to :
Please submit a resume and cover letter to: [email protected]
Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your
email subject line. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed
to diversity.
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