Senior Project Manager / Program Manager - Transit and Rail Capital Improvement Programs (00119)
Full Time
Remote
Posted
Job description
Position Summary
In this role, you will be responsible for project management, task order management, and/or oversight of transit and rail projects nationwide and producing project deliverables, which include review and reporting of scope, schedule, cost and risk, quality and safety of the projects and performance of management capacity and capability reviews and readiness to enter into engineering, construction or revenue service. For oversight of the project, you must be able to write reports concisely, summarize findings, and provide conclusions and recommendations. For the management of projects, you must have the ability to lead a multi-disciplinary team for planning, design, and construction of transit and rail projects.
Position Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program or a Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB accredited program required.
- Professional Engineer license in the United States required.
- Minimum of 12 years of project management or related experience, with 6 of the 12 related to major capital transit projects in project planning, engineering, and construction of major capital projects required.
- Project Management Professional (PMP or CCM) certification is required or 15 years of experience overseeing major transit and rail capital improvement programs for Federal Transit Administration-funded projects may be substituted for the required certification.
- Experience in passenger rail or related transportation modes for the eight elements shown below is a plus:
- Engineering design management
- Project planning management
- Construction management
- Public outreach management
- Federal grant management process
- Regulatory and compliance experience
- Project oversight services
- FTA’s New Starts program
National Travel Required: 30-40%
Additional Requirements
Physical: Standing or sitting for long periods; must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times and spend extended hours in front of a computer screen.
Cognitive: Problem-solving, written, and verbal communication skills; computer and software skills; and ability to read and interpret text online or in printed form.
About PMA
At PMA, employee well-being is a daily priority. We offer a combination of workplace options that include a PMA office location; work-from-home; or a client site. Wherever we work, we openly share knowledge as we believe that collaboration with peers improves our work product and that pursuing subject matter expertise is a lifelong endeavor.
We are committed to a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion. We affirm and respect diverse backgrounds and opinions because we believe they yield the best solutions for our clients. We promote emotional intelligence and trust by nurturing these values within our new hires.
We encourage staff to develop rewarding, long-term careers at PMA, and we implement formal leadership development programs that help you attain your goals. At PMA, shared success is a core value. Every employee who contributes is recognized, celebrated, and rewarded. We look for self-driven candidates eager to assume responsibility and join a community of respect founded on collaboration and accountability, not titles. If you aim to transform the project management practice toward continuous improvement of project outcomes, the profession, and yourself, PMA looks forward to warmly welcoming you to our team.
We offer competitive pay and benefits, wellness programs for you and your family, and career development opportunities to advance your professional goals.
As a PMA professional, you will be empowered to make timely and effective decisions and significant daily contributions to complex facets of project delivery. Join a team that has achieved a world-class reputation in the construction industry and has been voted a “Best Place to Work.”
PMA offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, time off with pay, 401(k) with company match, life, disability, and professional development reimbursement for qualifying employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression), disability, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. Qualified female and minority applicants are encouraged to apply.
EOE, including persons with disabilities and veterans.
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