Review Vacancy
Date Posted: 01/28/26
Applications Due: 03/01/26
Vacancy ID: 208260
Position Information
NY HELPNo
AgencyMTA Inspector General, Office of
TitleCapital Construction Oversight Specialist
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Salary GradeNS
Bargaining UnitNone listed
Salary RangeFrom $86226 to $107782 Annually
Employment Type Full-Time
Appointment Type Permanent
Jurisdictional Class Exempt Class
Travel Percentage 0%
Schedule
Workweek Mon-Fri
Hours Per Week 37.5
Workday
From 8:30 AM
To 5 PM
Flextime allowed? No
Mandatory overtime? No
Compressed workweek allowed? No
Telecommuting allowed? Yes
Location
County New York
Street Address 1 Penn Plaza
Suite 1110
City New York
StateNY
Zip Code10119
Job Specifics
Duties Description • 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.
Minimum Qualifications • 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.
Additional Comments How to Apply:
• Please submit a resume and cover letter to: RECRUITMENTS@MTAIG.ORG
• Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your email subject line.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.
How to Apply
Name Director of Recruitment
Telephone 2128780000
Fax
Email Address RECRUITMENTS@MTAIG.ORG
Address
Street 1 Penn Plaza
Suite 1110
City New York
State NY
Zip Code 10119
Notes on ApplyingHow to Apply:
• Please submit a resume and cover letter to: RECRUITMENTS@MTAIG.ORG
• Reference the Job Title for which you are applying for in your email subject line.
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