Senior Project Manager / Professional Engineer, Transportation - Transit & Commuter / Freight Rail
$150,000–$200,000 year
HybridSeattle, Washington, United States
Job Summary
Lead complex transit and rail projects as the primary technical authority, developing infrastructure, maintenance facilities, and electrical systems from concept through construction support. Control budgets, timelines, and deliverables while directing drawings, specifications, cost estimates, and engineering documentation. Maintain adherence to industry codes and conduct quality assurance reviews across all project phases. Collaborate with internal and external multidisciplinary specialists, including structural, civil, and electrical teams, to deliver integrated solutions. Maintain direct client relationships, participate in field investigations, site assessments, and design coordination meetings. Support the full project lifecycle by responding to RFIs, reviewing contractor submittals, and providing as-built record support and field inspection activities. Direct and develop junior engineering staff and project coordinators to foster technical proficiency and professional growth. Contribute to business development through proposal preparation, client relationship building, and marketing initiatives to expand the Seattle Transit and Rail practice. Work in a hybrid environment (Tuesday–Thursday in-office) within a 100% employee-owned engineering firm.
Required Qualifications
- 15+ years of leading large multi-disciplinary projects
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline with 5+ years of experience in transit, rail, or transportation infrastructure projects, including stations, maintenance facilities, and electrical systems
- Professional Engineering license in the state of Washington
- Proven project management expertise with demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects, manage budgets and timelines, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver projects from concept through construction support
- Strong technical background in transit/rail engineering, including knowledge of industry codes, standards, and best practices for railroad and rail transit infrastructure, with experience in design development, specifications, and quality assurance reviews
- Leadership and mentoring experience with the ability to direct and develop junior engineering staff, provide technical guidance, and foster professional growth within project teams
- Business development skills and client relationship management experience, including proposal preparation, marketing support, and ability to build relationships that drive practice growth in competitive markets
- All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future visa sponsorship needs or requirements
Desired Qualifications
- Professional project management credential or equivalent training
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