Deputy Chief, Transportation, Infrastructure, and Construction - Program Manager VII

Who We Are:

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) seeks to protect, preserve, and enhance Massachusetts’ environmental resources and create a clean energy future for all residents. Through the stewardship of open spaces, the protection of environmental resources, and the advancement of clean energy, EEA works tirelessly to make Massachusetts a wonderful place to live, work, and raise a family.   Our commitment to environmental justice ensures that every resident, regardless of background or location, can live in a safe, clean environment and shares equally in the benefits of the clean energy transition.

Who We Are as an Employer:

At EEA, we create meaningful, inclusive opportunities that empower our employees to make a real difference in shaping the environmental future of Massachusetts. We foster a workplace culture where diversity is valued, innovation is encouraged, and collaboration thrives. Our employees play a vital role in advancing sustainability, environmental justice, and clean energy solutions, ensuring a positive and lasting impact on Massachusetts and its residents.

The Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) oversees nearly half a million acres of land, making up one of the largest and most diverse state park systems in the country. Our work focuses on nurturing the vital connection between people and the environment by protecting, promoting, and enhancing our common wealth of natural, cultural, and recreational resources for the well-being of all. DCR infrastructure connects people to and through the beautiful landscapes and accessible recreational facilities we care for – strengthening our communities and driving our economy. Our staff strive to build a healthier, more resilient Massachusetts where all residents and visitors can relax, reflect and feel a sense of belonging in our open spaces and public lands. To learn more about DCR, our facilities, and our programs, please visit www.mass.gov/dcr or contact us at mass.parks@mass.gov.

About the Division of Design and Engineering: Continuing over a century of visionary land stewardship, DCR’s Division of Design & Engineering (D&E) collaborates with colleagues within DCR, other agencies, and communities across the state to plan, design, build, and maintain a diversity of outdoor recreational experiences and unique landscapes throughout the Commonwealth. In addition, our staff is responsible for maintaining public infrastructure including dams, seawalls, parkways and park roads, sidewalks and trails, and stormwater systems. This requires employing a diverse range of talent including architects, engineers, landscape architects, planners, tradespeople as well as business, finance and administrative support who work together to support D&E’s mission. Our staff is unified by a passion for providing access to high quality public open space and outdoor recreation for all ages and abilities, and strive to improve visitor experience, enhance universal accessibility, and help modernize DCR’s facilities and resources to be more carbon neutral, energy independent, and resilient to climate change.

Job Opening:

The Department of Conservation and Recreation seeks applicants for a Deputy Chief of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Construction – Program Manager VII to perform the following duties:

Please submit a cover letter and resume as part of the application process.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Chief of the Division of Design and Engineering, this position will lead and oversee the execution of all activities related to the planning, design, construction and maintenance for all parkway and park road projects. The Deputy Chief of Transportation, Infrastructure, and Construction will provide innovative leadership and oversee the daily operations of the 50-person Bureau of Transportation, Infrastructure and Construction, evaluate current processes and procedures, develop policies and coordinate with other Bureaus and Offices to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of capital transportation projects.

The Bureau is responsible for over $100 million in parkway and park road capital projects annually managed by an interdisciplinary team of transportation, civil, and structural engineers with support from resident engineers, general construction inspectors and lab supervisors.

The position will be responsible for future-looking strategic initiatives focused on improving DCR’s parkway and park road network and better alignment of capital initiatives with a cost-effective approach to project delivery. The position will collaborate with the Division Chief and other staff on the development and prioritization of DCR’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP).

DETAILED STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead, plan, prioritize and oversee all technical transportation planning, design and construction initiatives for DCR and perform duties consistent with the goal of ensuring a safe, sustainable and equitable parkway and park road network.

• Supervise and provide support for four (4) Section Heads (direct reports) overseeing transportation planning and engineering, field construction and materials testing, construction access permitting and accident recovery and electrical engineering.

• Evaluate performance of staff through timely feedback and facilitate opportunities for professional growth and career advancement through short- and long-term performance goals.

• Direct, mentor and coach reporting staff in the development of internal processes and systems to increase efficiencies in department workflow.

• Develop and institute effective project and construction management policies, procedures and standards for designs and specifications to ensure that construction projects comply with all applicable laws and are completed within budget.

• Develop long-range and annual capital budgets for design and construction. Establish and advocate for prioritization and funding of projects. Oversee preparation of operational and maintenance budgets; develop capital budget proposals and spending plans; track allocations, projects and spending.