Senior Project Administrator

We are the Metropolitan Council, the regional government for the seven-county Twin Cities metropolitan area. We plan 30 years ahead for the future of the metropolitan area and provide regional transportation, wastewater, and housing services. More information about us on our website.

We are committed to supporting a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Metro Transit is one of the country's largest transit systems, employs more than 3,000 people, and provides more than 80 million rides a year through an integrated network of buses, light rail and commuter trains, as well as resources for those who carpool, vanpool, walk or bike in the Twin Cities.

How your work would contribute to our organization and the Twin Cities region:

The Senior Project Administrator provides financial analysis and budgeting expertise within the Engineering & Construction to assist department management in strategy and decision-making regarding operations, budgeting and capital budget planning. Additionally, this position procures and manages the departments on-call professional service contracts.

Note: This position is eligible for a hybrid (both remote and onsite) telework arrangement. Candidate's permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

• Coordinates and manages existing budgets, and performs financial analysis and reporting, including engineering capital grants.
• Tracks compliance and supports development of annual capital and operating budgets.
• Procures, negotiates and manages on-call professional services contracts consistent with Council policy and budget authority.
• Leads development of special projects and analysis for Engineering & Construction budget decision-making.
• Supports invoicing, pay request processing and budgeting for project and construction managers.
• Administers project funding and construction administration software.

Any of the following combinations of progressively responsible experience in public administration, budgeting, or financial analysis in a transportation environment or a related field; and completed education in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting or a closely related field:

• High school diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience
• Associate degree with six (6) years of experience
• Bachelor's degree or higher with four (4) years of experience

• Completion of a college degree program.
• Understanding of capital funding and budgeting process.
• Proven ability to adapt to shifting priorities.
• Experience contributing to an equitable, positive, and respectful work environment that values cultural diversity among all employees.

• Knowledge of budgeting and financial analysis.
• Skills in detail-orientation.
• Skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Ability to communicate effectively to different stakeholders.

• We offer the opportunity to make a difference and positively influence the Twin Cities metropolitan area.
• We encourage our employees to develop their skills through on-site training and tuition reimbursement.
• We provide a competitive salary, excellent benefits and a good work/life balance.

Union/Grade: Non-Represented / Pay Grade H
FLSA Status: Exempt
Safety Sensitive: No

What your work environment would be:
Work is performed in a standard office setting and may require travel between primary work sites to other sites.

What steps the recruitment process involves:

1. We review your minimum qualifications.
2. We rate your education and experience.
3. We conduct a structured panel interview.
4. We conduct a selection interview.