Senior Project Administrator

Minneapolis, MN - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 86632 - 140608

Posted on: 29-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

WHO WE ARE

We are theMetropolitan 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 countrys largest transit systems employs more than 3000 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:

TheSenior 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.This recruitment will create an eligible list to fill additional vacancies for 6 months. Candidates permanent residence must be in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

What you would do in this job

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.

What education and experience are required for this job (minimum qualifications)

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
Bachelors degree or higher with four (4) years of experience

What additional skills and experience would be helpful in this job (desired qualifications):

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.

What knowledge skills and abilities you should have within the first six months on the job:

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.

What you can expect from us:

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.

More about why you should join us!

Additional information

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:

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

Once you have successfully completed the steps above then:

If you are new to the Metropolitan Councilyou must pass a background check which verifies education employment and criminal history. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the job. If you have a criminal conviction you do not automatically fail. The Metropolitan Council considers felony gross misdemeanor and misdemeanor convictions on a case-by-case basis based on whether they are related to the job and whether the candidate has demonstrated adequate rehabilitation.

If you are already an employee of the Metropolitan Councilyou must pass a criminal background check if the job youre applying for is safety sensitive is a supervisory or management job is in the Finance Information Services Audit or Human Resources departments or has access to financial records files/databases cash vouchers or transit fare cards. A driving record check and/or physical may be conducted if applicable to the position.

IMPORTANT: If you make a false statement or withhold information you may be barred from job consideration.

The Metropolitan Council is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action and veteran-friendly employer. The Council is committed to a workforce that reflects the diversity of the region and strongly encourages persons of color members of the LGBTQ community individuals with disabilities women and veterans to apply. If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process pleaseemail.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

WHO WE AREWe are theMetropolitan 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 com...