Construction Manager - Rail/Transit (Newark, NJ)

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc.; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Stock purchase program

Paid time off

Job summary

Jacobs Engineering Group Inc. in Newark, NJ seeks a Construction Manager - Rail/Transit to lead on-site administration for major rail/transit projects, including rehabilitation and repair work, and supervise the Consultant’s Construction team.

You’ll run point on scope, budgets, estimating and schedules in a paperless environment. Ideally you hold a degree in construction, engineering or architecture (or relevant experience).

Qualifications

• Degree preferably in construction/engineering/architectural or related major.
• Experience in managing construction of major transit projects, including design-build projects.
• Project management scheduling and estimating, technical and project coordination skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and industry safety standards (OSHA).
• Maintain Roadway Worker Protection, OSHA, and other necessary training during the Project.
• Maintain a valid Driver's License throughout the life of the Project.

Responsibilities

• Serve as on-site administrator and supervise the Consultant’s Construction team.
• Lead work scope, budgets, estimating and schedules.
• Operate within a paperless environment for project documentation.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Estimating

Regulatory knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction/engineering/architectural or related major

Job description

Construction Manager - Rail/Transit (Newark, NJ)

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

Do you have an appreciation and expertise in managing the construction of major transit projects? If so, we’ve been looking for you!

By joining our team, we’ll have you demonstrate your experience with construction elements of rail/transit projects of rehabilitation and repair work while you serve as the on-site administrator and shall be responsible for the supervision of the Consultant’s Construction team.

You’ll run point on work scope, budgets, estimating and schedules while working within a "paperless" environment as all project documentation will be maintained and stored in electronic fashion.

We’ll provide you the continued professional growth with project management and client engagement opportunities. Come join a team like no other!

Here's what you'll need

• A degree preferably in construction/engineering/architectural or related major. Experience may be utilized in lieu of a relevant degree.
• Experience in managing construction of major transit projects, including design-build projects.
• Project management scheduling and estimating, technical and project coordination skills.
• Knowledge of federal and state regulations, and industry safety standards (i.e., OSHA.).
• Maintain Roadway Worker Protection, OSHA, and other necessary training during the Project.
• Maintain a valid Driver's License throughout the life of the Project.

Ideally, You’ll Also Have:

• New York or New Jersey PE, RA, or CCM is preferred but not required.

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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 $175,000.00 to $225,000.00. 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. Job posted on September 22, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.

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