ADA Projects Architect/Engineer – Accessible Transit

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

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks an ADA Projects Architect/Engineer to advance accessible transit within a complex system. Lead accessibility design review, facility planning, and inclusive design strategies with architects, engineers, planners, operations staff, and disability customers.

The role emphasizes universal design, customer experience, and collaboration to deliver innovative accessibility solutions, reduce remediation needs, and improve long-term system

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• Seven years of ADA compliance experience including ADA Standards and Section 508.
• Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings fluently.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ADA compliance for key programs and initiatives within the Office of ADA Policy and Planning.
• Advise on ADA accessibility needs in planning activities with internal and external partners.
• Lead site visits and collaborate with designers, engineers, and operations staff to develop solutions.
• Review and include 508-compliant documents and drawings in project deliverables.
• Support operational readiness of new stations and ADA-related improvements.
• Create and maintain a database of ADA-related efforts to inform project involvement.

Skills

ADA compliance

Architectural drawings

Collaborative teamwork

Communication skills

Project planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture/Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) seeks an ADA Projects Architect/Engineer to advance accessible transit within a complex system. Lead accessibility design review, facility planning, and inclusive design strategies with architects, engineers, planners, operations staff, and disability customers.

The role emphasizes universal design, customer experience, and collaboration to deliver innovative accessibility solutions, reduce remediation needs, and improve long-term system