Project Manager (7131) - Transit Facilities

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA); Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

Paid leave

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

PSLF eligibility

Free SEPTA pass

Job summary

SEPTA, the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority, is hiring a Project Manager (7131) for Transit Facilities to lead multiple multi-discipline projects and coordinate with agencies.

The role requires a strong engineering/architecture and construction background, excellent communication, and budgeting skills, with oversight of a PM team. Position is based in Philadelphia and offers a competitive salary with license-based increase.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Engineering/Architecture or equivalent.
• MS in Engineering or MBA with six years responsible experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Pennsylvania PE/RA preferred.
• Experience in transit operations or railway preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of 3rd party and in-house projects to meet SEPTA requirements.
• Prepare budgets, schedules, programs, and force account plans for proposed projects.
• Prepare RFPs, manage consultant contracts, and coordinate design reviews with Operations Departments.
• Liaise with Federal, State, City and local agencies and SEPTA to coordinate design requirements.
• Represent the Authority with Special Interest Groups or local committees and present designs at public meetings.
• Supervise and review the work of engineers/architects and construction inspectors.
• Direct the project management team through design, construction and procurement stages.
• Monitor progress and performance of consultants and contractors.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Computer skills

Transit/railway experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

MS in Engineering or MBA with six years experience

Job description

Secure Your Future with SEPTA – A Leader in Transportation! The SEPTA "Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority" is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

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

We are seeking to hire candidates for our Project Manager (7131) - Transit Facilities.

Opening Date: 09/11/2026

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Grade: SAM 42

Starting Salary: Up to $121,966

Additional $5,000 salary increase for having a Pennsylvania PE/RA 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 a large and important projects or a number of smaller projects, and would have the responsibility of managing a multi-discipline project management team. He/she may also manage a small research or investigative project with a complex or novel issue requiring development of new or improved techniques and procedures. 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.

• Consults with senior management in developing on-going zero emission or railway improvement programs, by formulating conceptual project plans 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

Qualifications And Experience

• B. 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.
• Either MS in Engineering or MBA with six (6) years responsible experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Excellent computer skills required.
• Pennsylvania PE/RA preferred.
• Experience in transit operations or railway preferred.

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!

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.