Senior Design Manager (Senior Project Manager) - Transit

STV, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 154,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Design Manager to spearhead complex transit projects. This pivotal role involves leading tunneling efforts, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring project success through effective risk assessments and compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess over 12 years of experience in geotechnical design and a Professional Engineer license. Join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and offers comprehensive benefits, including health insurance and support for professional development. If you're passionate about infrastructure and innovation, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Continuing Education Support

Professional Licensure Support

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in geotechnical and tunnel design.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required.

Responsibilities

• Lead tunneling and transit projects from concept through construction.
• Coordinate with internal teams and stakeholders for project execution.

Skills

Geotechnical Design

Tunneling Operations

Project Management

Risk Assessment

Technical Strategy Development

Multidisciplinary Team Coordination

Construction Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree in Civil Engineering

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 qualification to apply, as we value diversity and inclusion. If you're excited about this role, your background might still be a great fit for this or other roles at STV.

STV offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, disability, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, parental leave, continuing education, and support for professional licensure and memberships.

Pay ranges are estimates and final salaries depend on various factors including experience, education, and location.