Construction Manager-Transit

Arcadis U.S.Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 122,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Construction Manager in Seattle to oversee transit capital improvements, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders to deliver safe, compliant projects.

The role requires 7+ years in transit or heavy civil construction, strong leadership, and proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam, and Procore. OSHA 30 preferred. Arcadis offers a dynamic team and impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 7+ years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years in transit, rail, or heavy civil infrastructure.
• Experience overseeing field construction in active or operational transit environments.
• Familiarity with public-sector procurement, FTA guidelines, and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities for transit projects.
• Manage contractors, inspectors, and field personnel to ensure safety and quality.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals; resolve field conflicts.
• Coordinate with transit operations, safety, and third-party partners to minimize service impacts.
• Conduct site inspections to verify progress and environmental compliance.
• Track schedule, support cost control, and prepare progress reports.
• Lead change orders, claims, and risk mitigation discussions.
• Facilitate construction meetings and maintain project records.
• Uphold federal, state, and local regulations including FTA when relevant.
• Promote safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Transit systems knowledge

Contractor management

Public sector procurement familiarity

Communication & leadership

Project management tools proficiency

OSHA 30 certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Civil Engineering

Architecture

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

Bluebeam

Procore

Job description

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

We are more than 34,000 people, in over 30 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together.

Role description:

Arcadis is seeking an experienced Construction Manager with a proven background in transit projects to oversee the delivery of complex capital improvements. This role is responsible for managing field construction activities, coordinating with contractors and stakeholders, and ensuring that all work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements. The ideal candidate brings deep familiarity with rail or bus transit environments and thrives in fast-paced, multi-disciplinary settings.

Role accountabilities:

• Oversee day-to-day construction activities for transit projects, including stations, trackwork, guideways, bus rapid transit corridors, maintenance facilities, and supporting infrastructure.
• Manage contractors, inspectors, and field personnel to ensure compliance with contract documents, safety standards, and quality expectations.
• Review drawings, specifications, and submittals; identify constructability issues and coordinate timely resolution of field conflicts.
• Maintain close coordination with transit operations, safety departments, and third-party partners to minimize service impacts and ensure safe work zones.
• Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, verify quality, and ensure adherence to environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Track schedule performance, support cost control efforts, and prepare progress reports and documentation.
• Lead or support negotiations for change orders, claims, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate construction meetings, maintain accurate project records, and ensure effective communication among all stakeholders.
• Uphold all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including FTA requirements when relevant.
• Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement across the project team.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 7+ years of construction management experience, with at least 3 years in transit, rail, or heavy civil infrastructure.

Key Skills & Abilities:

• Strong understanding of transit systems, including track, stations, utilities, signals, communications, or related disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contractors and oversee field construction in active or operational transit environments.
• Familiarity with public-sector procurement, FTA guidelines, and safety regulations.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management and construction tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, Bluebeam, Procore).
• OSHA 30 certification preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with transit agencies, transportation authorities, or large public infrastructure owners.
• Ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and maintain strong working relationships.
• Proven success delivering projects in constrained, high-traffic, or operational transit corridors.

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.

The salary range for this position is $121651- $182477 Actual salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.