Senior Capital Programs Lead - Design & Configuration

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Tysons (VA); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Senior Capital Program Manager within the Design & Configuration Management team. You will lead a portfolio of infrastructure projects from inception through archival, ensuring accurate design records and configuration management across the project lifecycle.

The role requires leadership across engineering and construction, with responsibility for documentation, design control, and archival records, while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Technology, Computer Science, Business, Construction Management or related field.
• Minimum Experience: 8 years of project management/project controls on complex, schedule-driven projects with at least 2 years supervisory experience.
• Minimum Certification/Licensure: Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Certification, Level 2 within six months of start; maintained during role.
• Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree; PMP, CCM, PE, or related certifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee capital program development and planning for $50M–$150M annually.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, system integration, testing, and turnover activities.
• Lead staff, allocate resources, and ensure program objectives are met on time and within budget.
• Maintain relationships with EMT, federal/state/local agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Promote DEI and safety culture across project teams.
• Prepare schedules, budgets, and program documentation for review by Directors/VPs.

Skills

Leadership

Public speaking

Contract management

Project management

Team supervision

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Construction/Related Field

High School Diploma + 4 years PM experience

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Senior Capital Program Manager within the Design & Configuration Management team. You will lead a portfolio of infrastructure projects from inception through archival, ensuring accurate design records and configuration management across the project lifecycle.

The role requires leadership across engineering and construction, with responsibility for documentation, design control, and archival records, while collaborating with