Project Manager I, II, OR III (Capital Development)

About the role

The Utah Transit Authority (UTA) seeks a Project Manager to join our dynamic team. We are looking for individuals who are passionate about connecting Utah and committed to advancing our community through innovative transportation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with managing planning, environmental, design, and construction activities for capital projects under the direction of the Director of Capital Development
• Support the oversight of consultants and contractors to help ensure successful project delivery
• Aid in developing and monitoring project budgets, schedules, and overall project progress
• Coordinate project activities with internal departments and external agencies to support project objectives
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations throughout project development
• Support public involvement efforts and prepare materials for community and stakeholder engagement

Requirements

• Project Manager I: 2-3 years engineering/planning experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects; 2-3 years project management experience preferred; Bachelors in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study; Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required or AICP certification preferred
• Project Manager II: 4-6 years engineering/planning experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects; 3-7 years engineering/project management experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects; Project management experience with complicated transportation projects – specifically budgets, schedules, scopes of work, stakeholders, federal grant requirements; Bachelors in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study; Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required or AICP certification preferred
• Project Manager III: 7-10 years engineering/planning experience including planning, design, and/or construction of large transportation projects/programs; 7+ years project management experience with multiple complex transportation projects – i.e., complex scope, schedule, budget, numerous stakeholders, limited funding; Bacheliers in Civil, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study; Registered Professional Engineer (PE) required or AICP certification preferred; Project management experience with multiple complex transportation projects – i.e., complex scope, schedule, budget, numerous stakeholders, limited funding

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NEPA environmental procedures – preferred
• Knowledge of FTA programs and requirements – preferred
• Basic knowledge of project management techniques, software, and tools
• MS Word and Excel – intermediate proficiency preferred
• MS Project

Skills

• Knowledge of NEPA environmental procedures
• Knowledge of FTA programs and requirements
• Expanded knowledge of project management techniques, software & tools
• MS Word and Excel – intermediate proficiency preferred
• MS Project

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage
• HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP
• Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage)
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year
• Roth and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD)
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• Utah Transit Authority Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs)

Pay

• Project Manager I: $82,400.00 or more depending on experience
• Project Manager II: $92,700.00 or more depending on experience
• Project Manager III: $102,300.00 or more depending on experience

Schedule

Full-time position

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts
• Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage
• HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP
• Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage)
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year
• Roth and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching
• Tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD)
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment)
• Employee Assistance Program – includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• Utah Transit Authority Well – a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Utah Transit Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, covered veterans, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Women, minorities, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.