Manager Data Management and Analysis
Company: Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location: Washington
Posted on: March 15, 2025
Job Description:
Metro's Infrastructure Office of Project Controls seeks an
experienced Manager, Data Management and Analysis to lead the
unification of project management data sources. In this role, you
can expect to develop and maintain flexible, automated, and
repeatable data analysis and reporting solutions. These insights
will empower Metro leaders with timely, data-driven solutions for
effective project and program management.About Our Team:The Project
Controls team is responsible for aggregating and managing project
management performance data across the entire capital construction
program. The team of (internal) customer-focused and
process-oriented 30+ employees, supported by a number of consultant
staff, delivers Process and Project Controls solutions and services
for Metro's Infrastructure Project Delivery Department across the
project life cycle. Starting with development of the total project
cost estimate and initial schedule to establishing overall baseline
budget, we work to ensure adequate control of project scope,
schedule, cost and risk across the life of the project, and ensure
timely project reporting.Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics,
Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related
field.
- A minimum of five (5) years in data analysis or related role,
including complex statistical and budgetary analysis, that
includes:
- A minimum of three (3) years of demonstrated project management
experience in support of a large organization.Preferred
Qualifications
- A master's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Business
Analytics, or a related field.SummaryThe Manager, Data Management
and Analysis - Infrastructure drives data-driven decision-making
across the Infrastructure organization. The incumbent manages,
analyzes and interprets complex datasets related to infrastructure
operations, with a strong emphasis on report writing and
stakeholder communication. The incumbent develops comprehensive
reports and dashboards that provide actionable insights, ensuring
data integrity and accuracy. Key responsibilities include
monitoring performance metrics, collaborating with cross-functional
teams, and supporting WMATA's strategic goals through data
analysis. The incumbent plays a critical role in enhancing
operational efficiency and contributing to the overall success of
WMATA's infrastructure initiatives.Essential FunctionsPrincipal Job
Duties
- Analyzes complex datasets related to infrastructure operations
to identify trends, patterns, and actionable insights that support
WMATA's strategic goals.
- Develops and produces comprehensive reports and dashboards for
various stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of findings and
recommendations.
- Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather data
requirements and ensure alignment of analytical efforts with
organizational needs.
- Monitors and evaluates key performance indicators (KPIs) to
assess operational efficiency and identify areas for
improvement.
- Ensures data integrity and accuracy through validation
processes and quality checks, supporting reliable decision-making
across the authority.
- Prepares and presents data-driven insights to senior management
and other stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Conducts ad-hoc analyses to address specific business questions
and support strategic initiatives related to infrastructure.
- Develops and implements best practices for data analysis,
reporting, and visualization, promoting consistency and quality
across analytical outputs.
- Stays current with industry trends and emerging technologies in
data analysis, applying innovative approaches to enhance reporting
capabilities.
- Collaborates with IT and data management teams to ensure
effective data governance and access to relevant datasets.
- Provides training and support to team members and stakeholders
on data analysis tools and methodologies, fostering a data-driven
culture.
- Contributes to long-term data strategy initiatives, helping to
shape the future of data utilization within WMATA's infrastructure
operations.
- Assists in identifying opportunities for process improvements
through data analysis, supporting operational excellence and
efficiency.
- Leads efforts to ensure compliance with data privacy and
security standards in all analytical activities.
- Facilitates workshops and discussions with stakeholders to
define analytical needs and refine reporting processes, enhancing
overall data utilization.
- Manages and oversees the procurement, management, integration,
and maintenance of third-party datasets, data transformation
services, and data software platforms to ensure agency analysts
have the best data and tools to support data-informed decision
making.
- Supervises support staff responsible for administrating
software as a service (SAAS) solutions and custom-developed
software tool sets key to successful business operations.Other
Duties
- Troubleshoots integrations of software tools and solutions to
enable efficient data analysis.
- Maintains and promotes awareness and accountability with safety
policies and procedures while performing job functions. Promotes a
positive safety culture and encourages reporting of safety concerns
consistent with our Agency Safety Plan, other regulatory
requirements within the Safety Management System and just culture
principles.The functions listed are not intended to limit specific
duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Nor is it
intended to limit in any way the right of managers and supervisors
to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their
supervision.Evaluation CriteriaConsideration will be given to
applicants whose resumes demonstrate the required education and
experience. Applicants should include all relevant education and
work experience.Evaluation criteria may include one or more of the
following: - Skills and/or behavioral assessment - Personal
interview - Verification of education and experience (including
certifications and licenses) - Criminal Background Check (a
criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment) -
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for
safety-sensitive positions) - Review of a current motor vehicle
report.ClosingWMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin,
disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status
protected by applicable federal law.This posting is an announcement
of a vacant position under recruitment. It is not intended to
replace the official job description. Job descriptions are
available upon confirmation of an interview.
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