Hybrid Capital Program Manager - Design & Configuration

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Leesburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Senior Capital Program Manager to lead the Design & Configuration Management team, guiding a portfolio of capital construction initiatives from inception through archiving. You will ensure design records are accurate and preserved, and manage documentation, design control, and configuration changes across major projects.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with EMT and agencies, and drive safety, quality, and DEI

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or related field.
• Eight years of project management experience on complex projects with supervisory experience.
• Master’s Degree may substitute for two years of experience.
• RWP Certification Level 2 within six months of start.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program development and planning of capital projects valued at $50M–$150M annually.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, system integration, testing and turnover activities.
• Maintain relationships with EMT and federal/state/local agencies for updates and decisions.
• Lead staff, assign duties, perform evaluations, and ensure policy compliance.
• Identify resource needs and maintain project performance (on time, on budget, safe).

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Budgeting

Stakeholder comms

Construction knowledge

Safety culture

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

High School Diploma + 4 years PM experience

Tools

MS Office

PMIS

MS Project

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority in Alexandria, VA, seeks a Senior Capital Program Manager to lead the Design & Configuration Management team, guiding a portfolio of capital construction initiatives from inception through archiving. You will ensure design records are accurate and preserved, and manage documentation, design control, and configuration changes across major projects.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with EMT and agencies, and drive safety, quality, and DEI