This position can be based in Philadelphia, PA or Washington DC.
Title: Senior Transit/Rail Project Manager
Salary: $120,000- $200,000
A leading firm is looking for a dynamic leader with an entrepreneurial drive who is eager to develop business opportunities, manage clients, and grow its exceptional Rail Engineering business. We are seeking a Transit Project Manager to join the Rail/Track Engineering team! In this role, you will plan, design, and direct assigned projects in all facets of rail engineering products.
Offering a full range of rail planning, design, and engineering services to Class 1, short line, transit agencies, departments of transportation, and other rail clients. The firm's expertise ranges from preliminary planning and feasibility studies through final design and construction inspection. This includes service for rail freight, intercity passenger rail, commuter rail, and industrial installations.
The rail and transit experts bring broad industry expertise to every project and have extensive experience in the Class 1 and short line freight railroad environment, providing engineering and design for commuter rail and light rail.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the success of the projects under his/her management (including planning, quality assurance, deadlines, and financial aspects).
- Coordinate the work and workload of project staff, which may include engineers, designers, and technicians.
- Assist engineers, designers, and other project managers in design decision-making.
- Monitor project costs to ensure that the project is delivered within budget, fulfills customer expectations, and maintains profitability.
- Fulfill client manager role for clients in his/her own discipline and market for other disciplines.
- May prepare Project Work Plan (including Quality Plan) in conjunction with the project team, including quality reviewer.
- Prepare proposals (assumptions, scope of work, budget, etc.) as appropriate.
- Review invoice charges for accuracy related to hours billed.
- Coordinate customer billing and/or invoicing with the Accounting Department.
- Prepare monthly financial reports (project percent complete, etc.).
- Coordinate staff training and professional development.
- Participate in outside organizations, events, and conferences on behalf of the firm.
- Market and cross-sell other company services in addition to Rail.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Civil Engineering.
- 10+ years' experience in Track Design.
- Transit agency experience required.
- Prior experience with business development, client relations, and mentoring junior staff required.
- Prior experience with Microstation, including InRoads and OpenRoads needed. AutoCAD experience is a plus.
- In-depth knowledge of the regulatory permitting process for regions covered.
- Professional Engineering license required; all candidates should qualify for licensure.
- Ability to read, write, and understand English for purposes of comprehending written job-related communications and verbal instructions and interactions.
What We Offer
The firm values its people as its most important resource. That's why it is committed to providing all employees with a safe, comfortable work environment, potential for career advancement, and the ability to impact society through their projects as well as company-sponsored activities.
This dedication begins with supporting a work-life balance through a generous compensation package that includes: company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage; paid pregnancy disability leave; short- and long-term disability insurance; life insurance; a company-matched 401(k)/Roth; paid time off that includes parental and military leave; employee referral and professional license bonuses; and a straight time policy that compensates exempt employees for billable hours worked in excess of 40 billable hours within a work week.
The firm has also created an internal culture that provides the resources and technology needed to encourage personal and professional growth opportunities through reimbursement for education; a free in-house resource for hundreds of educational and self-enrichment courses; a mentorship program; a wellness program; a Women's Organization; and ongoing philanthropic opportunities.
