Rail Transit Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

As a transit rail phase execution construction manager, you will plan, coordinate, and execute complex transit rail construction phases for Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) capital projects. You`ll provide leadership for all aspects of construction execution, including work sequencing, outage planning, contractor coordination, stakeholder engagement, safety compliance, quality management, cost control, and schedule performance. You’ll oversee construction activities occurring within active rail corridors and operating facilities, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently while minimizing impacts to revenue service, passengers, and system operations. This role serves as a primary liaison between project teams, contractors, BART Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Safety, and external stakeholders throughout all phases of project delivery.

• Lead development and implementation of construction phasing strategies for transit rail infrastructure projects.
• Coordinate execution plans that support construction activities within active operating rail environments.
• Manage constructability reviews, work packages, staging plans, and site logistics.
• Coordinate track access, outages, shutdowns, and work windows with Operations and Maintenance personnel.
• Ensure successful execution of project milestones while minimizing impacts to rail operations and passengers.
• Monitor contractor performance and compliance with approved work plans.
• Manage construction activities from pre-construction through project closeout.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and risk management activities.
• Evaluate and recommend solutions to construction challenges, field conflicts, and unforeseen conditions.
• Assist with change order negotiations and claims resolution.
• Review and monitor contractor schedules and recovery plans.
• Prepare executive-level progress reports and presentations.

• Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, Transportation Engineering, Architecture, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressively responsible construction management experience involving transportation, rail, transit, heavy civil, or infrastructure projects.
• 5+ years managing complex multi-phased construction projects in active operational environments.
• Experience coordinating contractors, engineering teams, operations personnel, and public agency stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of construction management principles, cost controls, scheduling, and contract administration.
• Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Salary Range: $175-$250

What Benefits You’ll Enjoy:  

We invest in us. Because our team members go above, below, and beyond the surface to care for our communities (inside and out), we do our best to take care of you by providing a comprehensive benefits package! Eligibility for some of the benefits outlined below is based on full-time work status; part-time and contingent positions are only eligible based on hours worked. If you have questions, contact careers@consoreng.com. 

• Career Growth & Development – Tuition reimbursement program, paid professional training, major license achievement bonus, extensive on-demand learning center, and paid professional memberships.  

• Work-Life Alignment – Industry-competitive PTO, seven paid holidays and two floating holidays, flexible work schedules, paid parental leave, and eligibility for hybrid and remote work options for some employees based on role responsibilities.  

• Wellness – Medical, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance program, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and HSA and FSA options.  

• Life – Employer-paid STD and LTD, employer-paid term life insurance, and retirement 401(k) with company match.  

• Community – Quarterly social events, paid group volunteering events, and employee networks and groups.   

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Why You’ll Love Consor:   

You’ll experience a culture where we share in our successes and support one another through challenges. Here, there are countless opportunities to explore your career path by working on projects that help you expand your potential and take your career to new heights! Join our diverse team of experts who live and work alongside client partners, providing thoughtful solutions to create inspiring communities together. Click here to learn more about Consor. 

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