Maureen Mc Donough
About Maureen Mc Donough
Maureen Mc Donough is the Chief of Capital Program Support at MBTA, with extensive experience in capital program management, risk management, and strategic planning.
Current Role at MBTA
Maureen Mc Donough currently holds the position of Chief of Capital Program Support at the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA). Her tenure began in 2023, demonstrating her recent commitment to overseeing capital program support within the Greater Boston area. This role aligns with her extensive experience in managing high-stakes capital programs.
Previous Roles at MBTA
Before her current position, Maureen Mc Donough served as Deputy Chief of Contract Services at MBTA from 2020 to 2023. During these three years in Boston, Massachusetts, she was responsible for overseeing contract-related activities, further solidifying her expertise in contract services and capital program management.
Leadership at MAM Strategic Advisory Group, LLC
Maureen Mc Donough founded and led MAM Strategic Advisory Group, LLC as an A/E/C Industry Consultant from 2018 to 2020. Serving as President, she provided strategic consultancy services within the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (A/E/C) industry, showcasing her entrepreneurial skills and deep sector knowledge.
Experience at Harvard University
At Harvard University, Maureen Mc Donough served in two distinguished roles. From 2016, she was the Director of Special Projects in the Office of the Executive Vice President, focusing on high-level administrative initiatives. Previously, she was the Senior Director of Administration Strategies from 2006 to 2016, indicating her role in strategic planning and administration for a decade.
Academic Background
Maureen Mc Donough holds a Doctor of Law (JD) degree from Suffolk University Law School and a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Civil Engineering from Northeastern University, both achieved in 1970. Her educational background supports her extensive career in law, engineering, and capital program management.
Role at Massachusetts Port Authority
Maureen Mc Donough worked at the Massachusetts Port Authority as Assistant Director of the Capital Programs Department from 1995 to 2006. Her 11 years in this role underscore her proficiency in managing significant capital programs, which has been a central theme in her career.
Executive Role at Suffolk Construction
In 2017, Maureen Mc Donough held the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Risk Officer at Suffolk Construction. Although her tenure was brief, this role demonstrated her capabilities in risk management strategies, a critical area in construction management.