For this position, we are searching for a candidate with a strong technical background and an aptitude for analytical thinking and problem solving who is responsible, organized, and demonstrates initiative. Excellent communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively, and the use of sound judgment are important.
SANDAG'S Capital Projects Office
SANDAG’s capital projects' budget is the largest component of the SANDAG Program Budget, and it’s a direct result of state legislation that made SANDAG the responsible agency for construction of major regional transit facilities. This component of the budget includes the multi-year TransNet Major Corridor and Regional Bikeway Program and other transit and capital improvements. Examples of this work include the LOSSAN Rail Realignment, North Coast Corridor Program, bike infrastructure, and Otay Mesa East Port of Entry projects.
SANDAG’s Capital Project Office is responsible for maintaining the standards of project management by monitoring cost, scope, and schedule for all projects within the agency’s capital program. This includes budget development, resource planning, and scheduling and streamlining project management for over 100 projects, with a multiple year investment of over $9 billion. SANDAG partners with Caltrans, transit operators and local jurisdictions in order to implement these major transit, highway and bikeway projects throughout the region. In addition, the Capital Project Office maintains public accountability by ensuring data quality of the public TransNet Dashboard, an interactive tool which provides in-depth reporting on the progress of TransNet funded Major Corridor and Regional Bikeway projects.
Associate Finance Analyst (Capital Projects):
The Associate Finance Analyst (Capital Projects) develops, monitors, and maintains schedules and budgets for capital improvement projects (CIPs). They provide technical and financial project management analyses and support the senior staff and Project Managers. The Associate Analyst also ensures accurate data is represented on the TransNet Dashboard, ensuring transparency and accountability to the public.