Reviews of construction documents produced by staff or external consultants to ensure compliance with Authority's Workplace Guidelines and Standards, Design Criteria, and applicable building, life safety codes, and ADA.
Provides expert advice, guidance, and consultation to WMATA's senior management on space utilization & allocation.
Develops Tasks Orders related to Interior Design and Space Planning and coordinates with various WMATA Departments to advance tasks through implementation.
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.
Review of a current motor vehicle report
Develops and generates authority wide reports on current and future space allocation, space utilization analysis, or other space needs as required.
Manages the Contractor supporting Facilities Management software and monitors their performance to ensure all deliverables comply with contractual requirements. Collaborates with the Facilities Procurement Office for contract administration and support .
Investigates, analyzes, and proposes solutions to space related problems in the areas of building design, accessibility, and safety. Devise's solutions and prepares recommendations to correct problems.
Develops and manages updates and revisions to the Facilities Policy Instruction Guide.
Manages the development and maintenance of WMATA Master Plan for Space Utilization (Non-Operations) and database of current space allocation by department.
Supervises a team of employees and consultants; develops performance management documents and evaluates performance in accordance with WMATA's requirements and guidelines.
Develops the Authority wide Workplace Guidelines and Standards, and Furniture & Finish Materials Standards.
Verification of education and experience (including certifications and licenses)
Facilitates meetings with all WMATA departments for the purpose of programming and forecasting each department's space allocation / needs, negotiating space turn over, move management, and space needs assessment, while working with department heads/designees.
Requirements
driver's license
5+ years
bachelor's degree
ifma membership
boma membership
ncidq
Valid Driver's License
Skills and/or behavioral assessment
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in occupancy planning.
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Interior Design, Master Planning, Urban Design, or a related field
Criminal Background Check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
International Facility Management Association (IFMA) membership
A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in interior architectural design and institutional Facilities Management, demonstrating increasing responsibility.
Medical examination including a drug and alcohol screening (for safety sensitive positions)
Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) membership
National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) or Registered Architect (RA) license in at least one of the local jurisdictions.
Benefits
Personal interview
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Interview process
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
Visa Sponsorship
Information not given or found
Security clearance
criminal background check (a criminal conviction is not an automatic bar to employment)
Company
Overview
WMATA operates the Metrorail, Metrobus, and MetroAccess services, providing essential transportation for millions of commuters annually.
It serves the urban and suburban areas across Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland, making it one of the busiest transit systems in the U.S.
The authority also operates an extensive network of Metrobus routes, ensuring that public transport is accessible across a broad geographical area.
MetroAccess offers specialized paratransit services for individuals with disabilities, making transportation accessible for all.
WMATA’s projects include major capital improvements, such as rail station upgrades, new buses, and implementing advanced fare collection technologies.
A key aspect of WMATA's focus is to continually innovate, ensuring the transit system is safe, reliable, and sustainable for future generations.
Unique to WMATA is its commitment to serving not just the daily commuters, but also tourists, government employees, and those attending major events in the region.
Culture + Values
Recruit, hire and retain top talent where individuals feel valued, supported, and proud of their contribution
Engagement, empowerment, and recognition: empower employees, promote collaboration, and continuously improve culture
Professional and technical skill development: invest in staff, expand career pathways and develop next‑gen leaders and technical experts
Implement strategic workforce planning to close talent and skill gaps through recruiting, retraining, and upskilling
Establish employee value proposition to position Metro as a great place to work and increase overall satisfaction
Execute succession planning to ensure business continuity and reduce uncertainty among staff
Create performance evaluation framework that supports engagement and recognition
Develop culture‑change strategy to increase engagement across the organization
Create an innovation incubator to foster creativity and reward ideas that improve safety, efficiency, processes, and reduce silos
Develop internal customer‑service strategy to enable better collaboration and boost external customer service
Environment + Sustainability
Transition to 100% zero‑emission bus fleet by 2042 (accelerated from 2045)
Achieve 100% zero‑emission bus purchases by 2027
Have five of nine bus garages equipped for zero‑emission buses by 2031, first garage operational by 2027, all by 2041
Deploy 10 battery‑electric buses by 2024 as part of pilot and evaluation
Construct modern, efficient facilities following LEED standards
Implement solar carports generating clean energy, featuring LED lighting, security cameras and shaded parking
Pilot sustainability calculator in Trip Planner so riders can see carbon‑footprint reduction
Inclusion & Diversity
Recruit and hire a workforce that reflects the community served.
Value the ideas, enthusiasm, and ambition each person brings.
Respect and value employees, recognizing their essential contributions.
Equal-Opportunity Employer: Consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, etc.
Diverse workforce supports world-class transit service.
Ongoing recruitment plans include building diverse candidate pools.