Manager MWBE/SDVOB Contract Compliance

Job description

Manager - MWBE/SDVOB Contract Compliance












Job ID: 13197

Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

Location: New York, NY, United States



Regular/Temporary: Regular

Department:

Date Posted: Sep 29, 2025




Description



JOB TITLE:

Manager, MWDBE Contract Compliance


DEPT/DIV:

Department of Diversity & Civil Rights


WORK LOCATION:

2 Broadway


FULL/PART-TIME

FUL L


SALARY RANGE:

$100,000 - $110,227


DEADLINE:

Until filled




This position is eligible for teleworking , which is currently one day per week.

New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective hire date.





Opening:

The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut.

The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined.

MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.



Position Objective:

The Manager, MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance will be responsible for ensuring that the Prime Contractors and Subcontractors comply with all relevant laws, rules, regulations, and contract provisions governing the M/W/DBE & SDVOB program.

The Manager, MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance will establish M/W/DBE goals, attend qualification hearings and kick-off meetings, conduct applicable research on contracts and/or compliance issues; as well as work conjunctively with the project managers to ensure that contractors input their respective monthly payment data reports into the contract compliance system, conduct applicable monthly payment data reports analysis, conduct site visits, review and process goal waivers and reduction requests (as necessary), and input reports for a sizeable number of contracts, compile and produce requisite reports and participate in outreach events, as assigned.

Prepare evaluations of MW/DBE & SDVOB goal achievements.

The incumbent works closely with MTA and its Agencies’ Procurement staff and Project Managers.

The Manager works in conjunction with the Project Manager to ensure that all established MW/DBE & SDVOB goals are achieved .



Responsibilities:

+ Reviews all agency requisition/requirements for goods, services, and capital related contracts to establish MW/DBE & SDVOB participation goals.



+ Responsible for identifying and contacting MW/DBEs & SDVOBs capable of providing goods and services.



+ Analyzes bids/proposals submitted to ensure compliance with MW/DBE& SDVOB participation regulations.



+ Attends pre-bid, pre-construction meetings, contractor selection panels, and other meetings as required.



+ Reviews and verifies subcontractor’s and/or contractor’s MW/DBE & SDVOB certification.



+ Conducts site visits to review contractors’ invoices, work samples, and other relevant documents.

Inputs interview results into the New York State Contract System.



+ Ensures Prime Contractor’s and Subcontractor’s compliance with applicable federal and state regulations, policies/procedures, and contract provisions.



+ Researches and develops projections, in conjunction with the agency’s procurement departments, for procurement categories for possible MW/DBE & SDVOB contracting opportunities.



+ Collects, analyzes, and presents related data and analysis to resolve problems, as necessary

+ Monitors, evaluates, and investigates contracts to ensure commitment and compliance in meeting MW/DBE & SDVOB goals, in accordance with MTA policy and applicable federal and state regulations.



+ Work conjunctively with Project Managers to ensure that contractors input the monthly payment data reports into the New York State Contract System by the 10th of each month.



+ Discusses contract irregularities with Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer, Deputy Chief Diversity Officer MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance, Senior Director – MW/DBE & SDVOB Contract Compliance, and Senior Director, Audits/Investigations Contract Compliance for possible referral to Inspector General.



+ Reviews Goals Not Met report monthly and meets with Project Manager and/or contractor to discuss ways to meet or exceed assigned goals.



+ Analyzes the contractor’s Good Faith Efforts to determine if consistent with federal and state requirements.



+ Respond to contractor or MTA Agency staff requests for goal waiver and/or goal reduction.



+ Respond to requests on MW/DBE & SDVOB goal achievements for staff summaries that are to be presented to the MTA Board.



+ Strong knowledge of Federal and State regulations governing MW/DBE & SDVOB programs and requirements

+ Maintains accurate records and statistics on MW/DBE & SDVOB utilization at MTA-HQ and all MTA Operating Agencies.

Operating Agencies.



+ Assists in the accurate and effective preparation of reports.



+ Monitors and evaluates contractors’ compliance with MW/DBE & SDVOB requirements.



+ Supports the Senior Director, Audits/Investigations Contract Compliance in all research and special programs as may be required.



+ Assist the Senior Director, Outreach, with outreach events and activities, as required.



+ Interacts with MTA Agencies’ Procurement staff and Project Managers.



+ Observing the work performed by the contractor;

+ Reviewing invoices and approving them if the work meets contractual standards;

+ Addressing performance issues with the contractor when possible; and

+ Escalating issues to other parties as needed.



+ Performs other duties, as assigned.





Qualifications:

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:



+ A working knowledge of the MTA procurement process, as well as an overall understanding of the MTA and its operating agencies’ operations, is preferred.



+ Excellent databases and database management proficiency, i.e., Access.



+ Proven experience in timely and quality-driven report-writing and report generation

+ PC proficiency, including WORD and Excel

+ Knowledge of MW/DBE & SDVOB programs and operations.



+ Prior experience in procurement and/or construction management.



+ An understanding of the general procurement process is preferred.



+ Basic understanding of accounting, financial, legal, and business operations.



+ Extremely detailed oriented, able to work on multiple projects effectively

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills.



+ Familiarity with the MTA’s contract compliance system and/or other databases

+ management systems.



+ Must be willing and able to travel throughout the MTA service area



Required Education and Experience:

+ Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) plus a minimum of four (4) years’ experience in MW/DBE (Federal - DBE / NYS – MWBE) programs, of which at least two years are in a nonclerical role,

+ Minimum of four (4) years research experience with a proven understanding of research techniques, including data collection, data analysis, issues identification, and problem resolution;

+ Minimum of four (4) years’ experience monitoring and reviewing scopes of work and cost estimating of the various contractor trades, or MW/DBE/SDVOB Contract Compliance experience is preferred.





P referred:

+ Master’s degree in a related field.



+ At least 3 years in a managerial and/or leadership role.



+ Prior experience working in a large, multi-faceted, fast-paced organization or governmental body.



+ Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in the area of specialty, if applicable.



+ Attainment of or in the process of attaining a P.E. license from New York State.



+ Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.



+ Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.





Other Information

May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e., evenings and weekends)

Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites .



According 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”).



Employees driving company vehicles must complete defensive driver training once every three years for current MNR drivers, or within 180 days of hire or transfer for an employee entering an authorized driving position.



Equal Employment Opportunity

MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.



The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.

Required Skill Profession

Other General