Project Manager (7131) - Fleet & Infrastructure Integration

SEPTA; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Free SEPTA Transportation Pass

Job summary

SEPTA is seeking a Project Manager (7131) – Fleet & Infrastructure Integration to lead engineering and construction initiatives across vehicle procurements and infrastructure modifications in the Philadelphia area.

The role requires strong program management, coordination across departments, and effective communication with government agencies and external partners. A PA PE license adds $5,000 and is a valued credential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture; eight (8) years of progressively engineering/architectural experience, or equivalent combination.
• EIT or MS in Engineering or MBA with six (6) years responsible experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Consults with senior management to develop concept plans for zero-emission or railway improvement programs and advises on interface issues, schedules, and policy matters.
• Prepares budgets, schedules, program and force account plans for proposed projects.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, manages consultant contracts, and coordinates design concepts with Operations Departments.
• Acts as liaison with Federal, State, City and local government agencies and SEPTA to coordinate design requirements.
• Represents the Authority with Special Interest Groups or local committees and presents designs at public meetings.
• Manages budgets and manpower requirements; directs project management team through design, construction and procurement stages.
• Monitors progress and performance of consultants and contractors; escalates problems as needed.
• Supervises and reviews work of engineers/architects and construction inspectors; estimates manpower and assigns work to meet schedules.
• Applies comprehensive knowledge of engineering and construction to resolve problems; may act as researcher on specific issues.
• Develops and reviews project management training and seminars within the discipline.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

Job description

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City: Philadelphia

Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation!

TheSoutheastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)is thesixth-largesttransportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA isat the forefront of innovationin the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in thePhiladelphia region.

Only candidates who are authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship, will be accepted at this time.

We are proud to be recognized as

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

We are seeking to hire candidates for ourProject Manager (7131) - Fleet & Infrastructure Integration position.

Opening Date: 11/02/2026

Job Grade: SAM 42

Additional $5,000 salary increase for having a Pennsylvania PE License.

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

The Project Manager position requires an extensive background in Engineering/Architecture and construction, as well as knowledge of business practices.

Manages all aspects of 3rd party and in-house projects, as assigned by their respective Program Manager or Director, to ensure that project planning, design, implementation, and completion meet the requirements and needs of SEPTA and the requirements of all the agencies, governments, special interest groups and the general public to which SEPTA is responsible.

The Project Manager plans, develops, coordinates, and directs critical interface and readiness projects, acting as a crucial link between vehicle procurements (e.g., the M5 fleet, Silverliner VI fleet, and modernized bus fleets) and infrastructure modifications. This includes comprehensive coordination across the design, construction, testing, and commissioning phases for these projects, with a detailed focus on schedule, risk management, and cross-department integration.

The Project Manager will come in contact with many people at higher organizational levels, both within SEPTA and outside the Authority. His/Her contacts include Department Managers and their staff within SEPTA, as well as consultant/contractor firms' and Federal, State, City, and local government officials. He/She must possess the ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with senior management in developing on-going zero emission or railway improvement programs, by formulating conceptual project plans ensuring infrastructure readiness for new bus and rail fleets (e.g., Modernized Buses, M5, Silverliner VI) and advising on complex interface issues, schedule variances, and policy or administrative matters requiring escalation, and specifications so as to best allow for simultaneous multi-discipline improvements and conformance to applicable funding agency requirements.
• Prepares budgets, schedules, program, and force account plans for proposed projects.
• Prepares Requests for Proposals, manage consultant contracts, and coordinate design concepts and reviews with Operations Departments.
• Provides liaison with appropriate Federal, State, City and local government agencies and SEPTA to coordinate design requirements with consultant design.
• May represent the Authority with Special Interest Groups or local committees, and present designs at public meetings.
• Has responsibility for maintaining, forecasting, and maintaining budgets and manpower requirements.
• Directs the project management team during the design construction and/or procurement stages of a project. This includes project management, construction management, and coordination with government agencies and SEPTA Operations Departments.
• Monitors progress, performance of consultants and contractors.
• Consults with supervision concerning unusual problems and developments on administrative and policy matters.
• Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a team of engineers/architects and construction inspectors. Estimates manpower needs and schedules and assigns work to meet schedules.
• The Project Manager applies intensive and diversified knowledge of principals and practices in broad areas of engineering and construction assignments. He/She must make decisions independently in resolving engineering problems and construction issues. He/She may act as an individual researcher on specific issues.
• Responsible for the development and review of project management training and seminars within his/her discipline.
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture, and eight (8) years of progressively engineering/architectural experience, or an equivalent combination of engineering and project management, or related experience in construction required.
• Or a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture with EIT or either MS in Engineering or MBA with six (6) years responsible experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.

Why Join Our Team? Enjoy Outstanding Benefits!

Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.

Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.

Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.

Employee Wellness– Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.

Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.

Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!

Join us and take advantage of these incredible benefits while making a difference in your community!

SEPTA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

SEPTA is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.