Assistant Vice President, Rail & Transit Project Manager

SupportFinity™; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 147,000 - 205,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement savings

Paid parental leave

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Rail and Transit Project Manager to lead our projects in the Pacific Northwest region. This role involves driving project delivery and fostering business development in the transportation sector.

The successful candidate will have extensive experience in managing rail projects, leading teams, and ensuring quality deliverables. An attractive compensation package is offered, reflecting both experience and education.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in civil engineering transportation.
• 5+ years of experience in passenger rail or transit rail.
• Proven leadership and management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of rail-based transportation projects.
• Support business development and client engagement.
• Mentor staff and oversee project financial performance.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Analytical skills

Leadership

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Project management tools

Job description

Assistant Vice President, Rail and Transit Project Manager

Location: Any Pacific Northwest office. Full‑time.

WSP is searching for an Assistant Vice President, Rail and Transit Project Manager to support our Northwest Pacific projects. This role will collaborate closely with the Major Projects Team and help meet client objectives on major transportation infrastructure projects.

Your Impact

People & Performance Leadership

• Assist in managing, growing, and developing railroad (freight and passenger) and transit rail work within the Major Projects team.
• Provide leadership in consultation with the Vice President Rail and Transit, Local Business Leader, and Senior Management Team.
• Focus on meeting Key Performance Indicators and contributing to the overall success of the West Region.
• Mentor staff to support their growth and professional development.

Business Development

• Support clients and the industry through innovative thought and advancement of transformative transportation projects.
• Collaborate with local offices and national transportation delivery experts to provide clients with future‑focused solutions.
• Support railroad and transit business development efforts, strategy development, client engagement and pursuits in Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, and Washington.
• Serve as key staff on pursuits: project manager, deputy project manager, design lead, advisor, subject matter expert, etc.
• Assist in procuring contracts with preferred sub‑consultants and contractors for transportation projects.
• Engage with clients to develop new business leads and project pursuits.
• Develop strategic alliances and project partners to secure new work.
• Represent the firm in client and industry events and associations.

Project/Program Management

• Lead the delivery of rail‑based transportation projects and project teams for agencies in the Northwest Pacific District (Montana, Idaho, Oregon, Alaska, Hawaii, Washington) as an active member of the Major Projects team.
• Lead key projects as Project Manager, Senior Lead or other appropriate role.
• Participate in contract negotiations.
• Guide staff and assist in project management responsibilities, including oversight of project financial performance, adherence to project management and quality control plans, and adequacy of risk management plans.
• Provide leadership and oversight to ensure quality project deliverables, including PS&E documents, engineering reports, project memorandums, etc.
• Proficiency with technical writing, Microsoft Office suite, spreadsheets, and project management tools.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required (less than 20%).

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related discipline.
• 10+ years of post‑education experience in the civil engineering transportation industry, focusing on Business Development, Project Delivery, Program/Project Management, and/or Alternative Delivery.
• 5+ years of total experience in passenger rail, freight rail, and/or transit rail.
• Ability to lead and grow the railroad, transit, and civil engineering business.
• Proficient understanding of the project delivery process within the A/E/C industry and strong background in project management.
• Highly proficient analytical and organizational skills with business acumen to bridge business and project management.
• Experience as a project manager, deputy project manager, or task lead on projects.
• Strong management and leadership skills.
• Established client relationships and industry contacts.
• Strong self‑leadership with attention to detail, multi‑tasking, and adaptability to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently to provide guidance and leadership to mid‑level to senior‑level team members, with strict adherence to QA/QC.
• Proficiency with technical writing, office automation, relevant software, MS Office suite products (Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint), and PM tools.
• Ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills and ability to write proposals and project‑related documents.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and compliance with WSP’s health, safety, and anti‑harassment policies.
• Ability to work schedules that may extend beyond the typical work week to meet project requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Department of Transportation and/or private or public rail authorities.
• Experience working with freight rail.
• Member of a professional association for railroad engineering personnel.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.

WSP Benefits

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, retirement savings, paid sick leave, paid vacation, paid parental leave, and paid time off for bereavement, voting, or naturalization proceedings.

Compensation

Expected Salary (Washington locations): $147,000 – $205,000. WSP reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range and to offer additional benefits and compensation based on experience, education, and other factors.

Equal Opportunity Employment

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Age, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Disability, or Protected Veteran Status shall not be a factor in employment decisions.

Selected candidates must be authorized to work in the United States.