Senior Design Manager (Senior Project Manager) - Transit

STV, Inc.; California, Los Angeles (MO, CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to lead complex transit projects. This role involves overseeing geotechnical design, managing tunneling operations, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in transit infrastructure, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. The company values diversity and inclusion, encouraging applicants from all backgrounds to apply. Join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence in engineering.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Accounts

Parental Leave

Continuing Education

Professional Memberships

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in geotechnical and tunnel design.
• Proven experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead tunneling and transit projects from concept through construction.
• Coordinate with teams and stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Mentor engineers and foster a culture of technical excellence.

Skills

Geotechnical Design

Tunnel Engineering

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Design Manager (Senior Project Manager) - Transit to lead the design and implementation of complex transit projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing geotechnical design, overseeing tunneling operations, and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to ensure project success. This role requires deep expertise in transit infrastructure with underground construction and some geotechnical knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead efforts for tunneling and transit projects from concept through construction.
2. Develop and oversee technical strategies, ensuring alignment with project goals, budgets, and timelines.
3. Coordinate with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution.
4. Conduct risk assessments, feasibility studies, and relevant investigations.
5. Review and approve engineering designs, calculations, and reports related to all aspects of transit infrastructure work including tunneling and geotechnical works.
6. Collaborate with contractors and regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with industry standards and environmental regulations.
7. Oversee construction activities, including excavation, lining, ground reinforcement, and structural integrity assessment.
8. Ensure constructability reviews are integrated into design phases to optimize construction methodologies and minimize risks.
9. Work closely with construction managers and site teams to resolve technical challenges during execution.
10. Mentor and guide engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
11. Stay up to date with emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in geotechnical and tunnel engineering.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Civil Engineering, Structural, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 12+ years of experience in geotechnical and tunnel design, particularly in transit infrastructure projects.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, multidisciplinary infrastructure projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

Compensation Range: $154,221.56 - $205,628.74

We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as studies show that women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they meet all qualifications. At STV, we are committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds to consider this role and others within our organization.

STV offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability, life insurance, 401(k), retirement counseling, paid time off, holidays, dependent care, parental leave, continuing education, and professional memberships.

Note: The listed pay range is an estimate; final salary may vary based on factors such as location, education, experience, and certifications.