Senior Construction Project Manager – Transit Infrastructure

San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART); Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 161,000 - 244,000; Full time

Job summary

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Construction, to lead key infrastructure renewal and expansion efforts. The incumbent will manage multiple construction projects from design through closeout, with duties spanning budgets, schedules, risk, and contractor oversight in a dynamic transit environment.

The role requires regular field presence, including nights and weekends, and close coordination with engineering, operations, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Five (5) years of full-time verifiable professional experience in construction contracts and administration, project management or related experience.
• Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis. A college degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates and supports project team on design and construction efforts.
• Develops and directs the implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures in assigned project areas. Administers and ensures conformance to District policies and procedures.
• Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned District and contract staff; manages and directs the work of contract consultants.
• Directs or participates in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates; ensures specifications and contract requirements comply with District standards and policies.
• Oversees contractor and consultant contracts; develops scope of work; prepares request for proposal; reviews proposals and makes recommendation on selection; assists in contract negotiation and preparation; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Performs construction project management duties; prepares cost estimates; prepares and monitors project schedules and budgets; conducts field inspections as required; monitors work in progress; writes, approves, negotiates and executes contract changes; authorizes contract payments upon project completion.
• Serves as the project liaison with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves project issues.
• Provides responsible staff assistance for higher level management staff on projects and related matters. Provides periodic status reports on budget, schedule, and issues to various departments or entities requiring information.
• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering design and construction.

Skills

Managing construction projects

Contract administration

Budget and schedule management

Stakeholder communication

Field oversight

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking an experienced Project Manager, Construction, to lead key infrastructure renewal and expansion efforts. The incumbent will manage multiple construction projects from design through closeout, with duties spanning budgets, schedules, risk, and contractor oversight in a dynamic transit environment.

The role requires regular field presence, including nights and weekends, and close coordination with engineering, operations, and