Capital Program Lead - Design & Configuration Management

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Senior Capital Program Manager to lead the Design & Configuration Management team, directing a portfolio of capital construction, rehabilitation and modernization projects valued at $50M–$150M annually. The role requires strategic leadership, documentation control, and cross‑department collaboration from inception through closeout.

You will oversee design records, configuration changes, archival activities, and ensure project

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; alternative: HS diploma + 4 years of PM/controls experience with baseline experience.
• 8+ years of project management/project controls experience on complex programs; 2+ years supervisory.
• Master’s degree may substitute 2 years of experience.
• Professional certifications such as PMP/CCM/P.E. are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program development, planning and schedule coordination.
• Manage design, procurement, construction, system integration and turnover activities.
• Maintain relationships with EMT and federal/state/local agencies; provide status updates.
• Lead staff, allocate resources, and ensure safety, quality and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with multiple departments and external partners to meet program goals.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Contractor management

People supervision

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering/Construction/Business

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Project management software

Data analysis tools

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Senior Capital Program Manager to lead the Design & Configuration Management team, directing a portfolio of capital construction, rehabilitation and modernization projects valued at $50M–$150M annually. The role requires strategic leadership, documentation control, and cross‑department collaboration from inception through closeout.

You will oversee design records, configuration changes, archival activities, and ensure project