Transit Rail Project Manager

Role Accountabilities

Serve in a project manager role on transit & rail transportation project delivered via various delivery methods.
Perform a variety of technical development tasks related to management of projects
Lead and manage the project team through all phases of project planning, procurement, engineering, execution, and closeout consistent with established project delivery processes to meet the scope, schedule, budget and other specified requirements stated in the contract
Manage the commercial interest of the client while driving the on-time and on-budget delivery.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in engineering or related field; 15+ years of experience in rail/transit engineering, with a focus on design and construction of infrastructure/system assets;
  Minimum 8 years of experience in the project management of transit /rail transportation projects;
  Active Professional Engineer (PE) license; currently (or with ability to be) registered in the State of New York;
  Demonstrated progressive experience in managing design for rail/transit projects;
  Prioritized tasks to meet deadlines and project goals;
  Knowledge of rail/transit standards and regulations, including APTA, AREMA, CPUC, AAR, FTA and FRA;
  Advanced SME-level proficiency with transit and rail engineering principles, practices, process, standard of care, and the application to permitting and project work-related issues;
  Proficient in engineering software, such as MicroStation, InRail, Open Rail, AutoCAD, Civil 3D;
  Problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment;
  Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences;
  Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to engage at an executive level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with MTA (NY), NJ TRANSIT, etc;
  Knowledgeable of MTA (NY) technical standards and processes and procedures;
  PMP Certification;
  Experience in delivering track, line structure, and/or system (traction power, train control, communication design/engineering programs)
  Experience in managing a design-builder on behalf of the rail/transit agency;
  Design/Build or other alternative delivery experience.

Benefits

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 20 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for this position is $185,000 - $220,000. Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.