ADA Accessibility Transit Architect/Engineer

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Vienna (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking an ADA Projects Architect/Engineer to lead accessibility initiatives across Metro’s facilities and services, shaping safer, more inclusive mobility for riders.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, planners and operators, applying universal design principles and customer-centered strategies from concept through implementation to deliver compliant, efficient transit solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or a related field.
• Seven years of ADA compliance experience, including reading drawings.
• Experience coordinating with Metro staff, contractors, and partners.

Responsibilities

• Support ADA compliance initiatives within ACCS priorities.
• Coordinate ADA facilities and equipment compliance projects.
• Review ADA compliance and plan improvements.
• Develop scopes of work and program inputs.
• Promote safety and ensure policy adherence.

Skills

ADA Compliance

Architecture

Universal Design

Stakeholder Coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe Professional

Personal Computer

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking an ADA Projects Architect/Engineer to lead accessibility initiatives across Metro’s facilities and services, shaping safer, more inclusive mobility for riders.

You will collaborate with architects, engineers, planners and operators, applying universal design principles and customer-centered strategies from concept through implementation to deliver compliant, efficient transit solutions.