Senior BRT Program Manager — Transit Projects

WSP USA; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP USA, a leading engineering firm, invites a senior professional to drive Bus Rapid Transit projects in the United States. You will lead technical efforts from concept through construction, manage scopes and budgets, and grow the program with strategic client and staff development.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree, PE license, 12+ years in transit/ corridor work, and strong communication skills. Travel and leadership responsibilities are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar designation.
• 12+ years of experience in Corridor development, Transit projects, or equivalent.
• Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Experience.
• PE license required.
• Experience working with Agencies on transit projects.
• Experience with public meetings and knowledge of City neighborhoods, community groups, and elected leadership.
• Demonstrated organizational and communications skills.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by company policies.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical expert on Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) projects at all phases, from concept to construction.
• Provide Project Management on medium to large-size projects with an opportunity to grow, including contract negotiation and managing a scope, schedule, and budget.
• Support larger projects as a Program Manager, Project Manager, Task Manager, or Segment Manager.
• Aid local offices pursuing or delivering BRT projects nationally with technical expertise, including opportunities to travel.
• Demonstrate your skills to the industry through conference presentations and paper publication.
• Assist in growing the business by building relationships, writing marketing proposals, and providing other business development support.
• Management of technical staff.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Public meetings experience

Agency collaboration

BRT experience

PE license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or similar designation

Master’s Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

WSP USA, a leading engineering firm, invites a senior professional to drive Bus Rapid Transit projects in the United States. You will lead technical efforts from concept through construction, manage scopes and budgets, and grow the program with strategic client and staff development.

Requirements include a Civil Engineering degree, PE license, 12+ years in transit/ corridor work, and strong communication skills. Travel and leadership responsibilities are expected.