Project Manager Transit Facilities

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of our work in North America—including Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water—we empower our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining projects. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions align with ours, and you can shape your story. If you share this vision, even if you don’t meet every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. We value potential and diverse perspectives as much as experience.

About the role

Mott MacDonald is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to support the delivery and advancement of transit facility projects, including Zero Emission Bus (ZEB) facilities for transit clients in the Bay Area. This role will play a key part in delivering innovative, sustainable infrastructure, supporting clients as they transition to low-carbon transit solutions. This opportunity is well-suited to a candidate with an architectural background, bringing experience in facility design and multidisciplinary coordination across complex transportation projects. A background in civil and/or mechanical engineering could also be a good fit.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the planning, design, and delivery of facility projects, including ZEB facilities, depots, maintenance facilities, and charging infrastructure
• Manage project performance across scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, including architecture, engineering, and specialist consultants
• Collaborate closely with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure alignment and successful project outcomes
• Identify and manage project risks, developing mitigation strategies to maintain delivery timelines
• Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and project documentation
• Contribute to client relationship management and business development activities

Requirements

• Degree in Architecture (preferred), Civil Engineering, or a related discipline
• Professional licensure (or working toward licensure) is preferred
• 6+ years of relevant experience
• Demonstrated experience in transportation, facilities, or infrastructure projects
• Proven ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and complex project delivery
• Experience supporting projects through design and construction phases
• Familiarity with transit facilities, fleet electrification, or ZEB infrastructure is an advantage
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• Employee ownership with personal and group performance bonuses
• Comprehensive benefits package including 401k, medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term/long-term disability coverage
• Paid holidays, PTO, and parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance

Pay

The expected salary for this position is $125,000 - $153,000.

Schedule

This is a full-time, hybrid role requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office (San Jose, CA). Work patterns balance flexibility with collaboration to meet client, team, and personal commitments.

Mott MacDonald is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage individual expression and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.