Rail and Transit Project Director

AtkinsRéalis; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 216,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with employer matching

Paid Time Off

Flexible work options

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a Project Director based in New York, NY to lead and oversee complex transit facilities projects. Ideal candidates will have 15 years of transportation market experience, a P.E. or R.A. License in New York, along with a strong background in project management and business development.

The role emphasizes collaboration, client relations, and innovative work culture while offering competitive benefits and an inclusive workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the transportation market.
• Experience in the development of rail infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience with project management and business development.

Responsibilities

• Grow and strengthen relationships with clients and contractors.
• Oversee delivery of complex projects ensuring quality standards.
• Act as an ambassador for the company and represent its vision.
• Lead proposals and business development efforts.
• Establish a collaborative and high-performing work environment.

Skills

Client relationship management

Project delivery oversight

Business development

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree preferred

P.E. or R.A. License in New York State

Job description

Project Director with experience in Transit Facilities, ADA Improvements, and State-of-Good-Repair to join our Rails and Transit team in New York, NY.

• Grow, nurture, and strengthen external relationships with key clients, contractors, business partners, and competitors. Drive joint initiatives and use networks to influence and close deals.
• Oversee the delivery of complex projects (e.g. design-build and GEC), ensuring they meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Act as a role model and ambassador for the company, representing the brand, vision, and value proposition both internally and externally.
• Build and maintain strong networks with clients including public agencies and/or contractors, manage client accounts, and create a client‑centric vision for business development.
• Lead proposals and business development efforts.
• Establish and nurture an innovative, collaborative, and high‑performing work environment.

About You

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, with a preference for a master's degree.
• P.E. or R.A. License in New York State.
• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the transportation market.
• Experience in the development of rail infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience with project management and business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Rewards & benefits

At AtkinsRéalis, our values—Safety, Integrity, Collaboration, Innovation, and Excellence—are more than just words. They are the foundation of who we are and how we work. These principles shape our culture, guide our decisions, and inspire us to create an environment where every team member feels empowered to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absences options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Additional Information

Expected compensation range is between $130,000- $216,600 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

AtkinsRéalis is an equal opportunity, Drug-Free employer EOE/Veteran/Disability. Please review AtkinsRéalis' Equal Opportunity Statement here.