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Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.

$150 - $200/hr

Manage Rail/Transit related railroad engineering and project development activities. * Manage projects of all significance, including developing solutions for difficult problems/tasks of unusual ...

STV

Deputy Project Manager Rail Projects

Boston, MA · Hybrid

$114K - $130K/yr

Support the Project Manager in day-to-day oversight of rail/transit design or construction projects. * Manage project tasks, schedules, budgets, and documentation with a focus on accurate tracking ...

Arcadis

Transit Rail Project Manager

New York, NY · On-site

$185K - $220K/yr

Transit Rail Project Manager Location: New York/New Jersey Role accountabilities: * Serve in a project manager role on transit & rail transportation project delivered via various delivery methods.

Arcadis

Transit Rail Project Manager

Manhattan, NY

$185K - $220K/yr

Transit Rail Project Manager Location: New York/New Jersey Role accountabilities: * Serve in a project manager role on transit & rail transportation project delivered via various delivery methods.

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Senior Project Manager - Rail & Transit

Seattle, WA • On-site

NW Recruiting Partners
Recruiting and Staffing Services • 11 - 50 employees
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$150K - $225K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Rail & Transit
Seattle, WA
We are seeking a Senior Project Manager – Rail & Transit (15+ years of experience) to join our client’s Seattle-based team. This is an exciting opportunity to lead complex civil and transit infrastructure projects for a nationally recognized firm known for delivering innovative transportation solutions. With a strong emphasis on quality, collaboration, and measurable results, the company partners with public infrastructure clients to develop impactful transit systems across the region.

In this role, you will lead integrated engineering and construction teams, guiding complex rail and transit projects from inception through completion. You will work hand-in-hand with contractors, consultants, and clients to guarantee safe, efficient, and compliant project delivery. Your responsibilities will span budgeting, scheduling, technical oversight, contract negotiation, and continuous performance evaluation to ensure every project milestone is achieved successfully.

Responsibilities

  • Manage complex rail and transit projects, prioritizing tasks to meet scope, budget, and schedule goals.
  • Supervise consultants and contractors, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
  • Ensure projects comply with all relevant federal, state, and local regulations and standards.
  • Implement best practices in project management, budgeting, estimating, and contract administration.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with clear milestones and deliverables.
  • Facilitate communication across multidisciplinary teams through clear reports, presentations, and documentation.
  • Apply creative problem-solving to overcome project challenges.
  • Track project performance metrics to ensure client expectations and contractual obligations are met.

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management
  • PE license in Washington State (required)
  • At least 15 years managing large civil engineering projects
  • At least 5 years managing light rail transit projects
  • Proficient in MS Office and project management software
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Skilled in technical writing and presentations
  • Experienced in contract negotiation and closeout
  • Knowledgeable about U.S. rail and transit markets

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with alternative delivery methods (design-build, CM/GC, P3)
  • PE licensure in additional states including California, Nevada, or Florida is a plus
  • Background in business development or proposal support
  • Familiarity with rail project management tools

Salary Range: $150,000-$225,000 per year

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