Design Manager, Civil Engineering – Urban Rail Expansion

Sound Transit; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 206,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits

Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sound Transit is seeking a Design Manager for the Ballard Link Extension Project in Seattle. This role involves coordinating design elements, overseeing consultant teams, and ensuring project delivery aligns with the agency’s mission. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of related experience. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing a work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in civil/structural engineering design.
• 3 years of leadership experience in a rail or transit-related environment.
• Professional Civil Engineer license issued by the State of Washington.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team for design problems.
• Supervise and motivate staff and consultant teams.
• Manage heavy civil designs and coordinate multiple teams.
• Administer design consultant contracts and manage budgets.
• Support negotiations and permits with third parties.

Skills

Civil Engineering

Leadership

Project Management

Design Consulting

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Sound Transit is seeking a Design Manager for the Ballard Link Extension Project in Seattle. This role involves coordinating design elements, overseeing consultant teams, and ensuring project delivery aligns with the agency’s mission. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and at least 5 years of related experience. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential. The role offers competitive salary and benefits, emphasizing a work-life balance and professional development.