Design Build Project Manager

At VHB, you’ll thrive in a collaborative environment where your vision and expertise are valued, empowering you to influence major initiatives and propel industry standards forward. This is your chance to make a meaningful impact, oversee complex projects from inception through construction, drive business development, and forge enduring client relationships in Boston, MA.

Responsibilities

• Lead major pursuits and contribute to the delivery of complex infrastructure projects.
• Manage multiple, simultaneous efforts including projects of various topics and complexity.
• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Lead development of project deliverables and provide quality control.
• Work directly with client project manager and maintain a good relationship.
• Manage financial progress through timely submitting invoices and progress reports and initiation of change orders for out-of-scope services.
• Prepare technical reports and analysis.
• Manage multidisciplinary teams.
• Take an active role in business development and identify new project opportunities.
• Manage and prepare technical and cost proposals.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations.
• Deliver projects from proposal development through design and construction support.
• Provide leadership for project execution including scope development, technical approach, schedule, budget management, and quality performance.
• Direct and mentor technical staff in the preparation of engineering designs, plans, specifications, cost estimates, reports, and bid documents.
• Serve as a primary technical liaison with clients, subconsultants, and contractors, representing VHB in project meetings and technical discussions.
• Support construction coordination by providing design guidance, addressing constructability considerations, and assisting with technical issue resolution during construction.
• Support client coordination and assist in business development and project pursuits.
• Contribute to team collaboration, mentorship, and the continued growth of the transportation practice.
• Promote VHB’s standards for technical excellence, project management, risk management, and quality delivery.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering or a related field, MS preferred (a Masters degree may be substituted for 2 years of experience).
• 15+ years of progressive technical, project management, and leadership experience in transit and rail engineering.
• Professional License or Certification; PE, PMP, CCM, etc.
• Proven ability to manage a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience managing alternative delivery projects.

Skills

• Proven ability to coordinate with interdisciplinary teams such as Planning, Architecture, Environmental, Structural, Civil, Rail, and Traffic Engineering.
• Strong understanding of civil infrastructure and multi-discipline system integration.
• Technical experience in multiple disciplines (track, rail systems, grade crossings, stations structures, transit facilities, route design, right-of-way, clearances).
• Experience in the management and delivery of alternative delivery contracts.
• Experience with projects involving operating transit and rail systems is preferred.
• Excellent technical written and verbal communication skills and analytical skills.

Pay

Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in Boston, MA is $160,000-230,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education, and experience.

Benefits

• Best-in-class benefits and a flexible, hybrid work environment.
• Learning and development supported by evolving tools and technologies, including AI.
• Support to grow your skills and lead through change.
• Collaborative, inclusive culture that values curiosity and shared success.