Hiring: Director of Capital Projects and Delivery Company: North County Transit - San Diego Railroad Location: San Diego, CA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-11 13:44:10 Employment Type: Contract Target Skills & Keywords : C, Project Management, Vendor Management About the job Required Skills: •Leadership & Portfolio Governance •Lead the capital delivery portfolio and annual CIP execution plan; set delivery strategy, standards, and stage-gate requirements; drive monthly health reviews and performance reporting. •Direct the Project Delivery Manager and SPA team on analytics, schedule/cost control, risk, change, and reporting; coach PMs on contract, construction, and closeout best practices. •Represent Capital Projects & Delivery at executive reviews and the Board, preparing clear, concise staff reports and presentations. •Oversee scope development, independent cost estimates, procurement strategies (DBB/DB/CMGC/JOC), construction administration, testing/commissioning, and operational handover. •Identify and manage risks/issues; implement mitigation and recovery plans; elevate critical decisions promptly. •Coordinate with Procurement & Contracts Administration (PCA) on solicitations, negotiations, awards, claims, and change control; ensure compliance with PCA policies and timelines. •Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Real Estate, Safety, Finance, IT, and Systems Technology; align delivery with operational readiness and life-cycle maintainability. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Architecture, or a closely related field. •Minimum of five (5) years prior directly relevant experience. •A combination of experience/skills and education to fulfill the requisite knowledge, skills and abilities for this position may be considered. •Possession of and the ability to maintain a California driver’s license, Class C, and a satisfactory driving record for the last five (5) years. •Maintain compliance with the District’s policy regarding Conflict of Interest and Ethics. •Preferred: PE, RA, PMP, CCM, DBIA, and OSHA 30 or equivalent. •Must apply directly at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nctd/jobs/5478558/director-of-capital-projects-and-delivery •All applicants must complete and submit an online application at www.gonctd.com/careers. •A job offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!