Civil Engineer/Project Manager - Rail/Transit

Jacobs; Wethersfield (CT); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Unlimited paid time off

Performance bonus

Job summary

Jacobs, located in Wethersfield, Connecticut, is seeking a project manager for rail design coordination. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering and a Professional Engineer (PE) license, with substantial experience in rail or transportation design. Responsibilities include managing design coordination and leading meetings with internal and external stakeholders.

This role offers a competitive base salary ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, alongside health benefits, a 401(k) plan, and unlimited paid time off.

Qualifications

• Experience serving as a discipline lead on complex projects.
• Substantial experience in rail or transportation design.
• Strong understanding of design risk and change management.

Responsibilities

• Support PM in coordinating scope, schedule, and budget tracking.
• Lead day-to-day rail design coordination and technical delivery.
• Organize and lead internal and client-facing meetings.

Skills

Rail design criteria

Project management

Civil engineering principles

Communication skills

Coordination skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission‑critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting‑edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

Transportation systems are the backbone of economic growth and daily life, yet many are under increasing pressure to keep pace with rising demand, decarbonization goals and changing travel patterns. Extreme weather and funding constraints are adding complexity across networks.

Across aviation, rail, transit, highways, bridges and ports, Jacobs turns complex transportation challenges into systems that perform. Our global experience and local insight come together through integrated planning, design and delivery — supporting programs that keep communities connected and moving forward.

PM Responsibilities

• Support PM in coordinating scope, schedule, and budget tracking across multiple design disciplines
• Support development and execution of project management plans and procedures
• Manage design coordination, including deliverable tracking, reviews, and team alignment
• Organize and lead internal and client‑facing meetings; document key decisions and action items
• Support client communication and interface with CTDOT and external stakeholders
• Track project risks, issues, and changes and coordinate resolution across teams
• Assist with cost tracking, pricing reviews, and delivery schedule updates
• Maintain project documentation, reporting, and compliance with project controls processes

Rail / Technical Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day rail design coordination and technical delivery for the project
• Serve as the primary point of contact for rail discipline integration across civil, structures, and systems teams
• Coordinate with CTDOT rail group and external stakeholders to ensure design alignment with project requirements
• Oversee preparation and submission of rail‑related design deliverables, including plans, specifications, and supporting documentation
• Identify and resolve rail design issues, constraints, and conflicts during design development
• Support incorporation of rail standards, constructability considerations, and operational requirements into the design
• Participate in design reviews, project meetings, and coordination workshops to advance rail‑related scopes

Here’s what you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering required
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required
• Substantial professional years of experience in rail or transportation design
• Demonstrated experience serving as a discipline lead or task lead on complex, multidisciplinary projects
• Experience working on CTDOT (strongly preferred)
• Experience working with MNR
• Experience coordinating with rail owners/operators
• Strong understanding of rail design criteria and standards
• Strong understanding of track alignment, geometry, and constructability considerations
• Strong understanding of integration of rail systems with civil/site/structural elements
• Experience preparing and reviewing plans, specifications, and technical reports
• Experience with design deliverables at multiple stages
• Ability to identify and resolve design conflicts, constraints, and constructability issues
• Ability to develop high‑quality, complete design packages that can withstand independent review
• Strong understanding of design risk, change management, and issue resolution
• Clear communicator who can translate technical rail requirements to non‑rail team members
• Strong coordination skills—able to manage inputs from multiple disciplines without losing control of scope
• Organized and responsive; able to track and close out technical action items
• Comfortable working in a client‑facing, fast‑moving DOT environment

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well‑being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full‑time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $150,000.00 to $200,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.