Senior Project Architect - Rail & Transportation Infrastructure

InfoTran Engineers & Architects,P.C.; New Jersey; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Benefits package

401(k) with company contribution

Paid vacation and holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Licensure reimbursement

Continuing education and professional/

Job summary

INFOTRAN Engineers & Architects, P.C. is seeking a Senior Project Architect to lead transportation-focused design teams in the Northeast, guiding projects from planning through construction administration.

The ideal candidate will hold a Registered Architect license with 10+ years of experience, strong Revit skills, and demonstrated success leading multidisciplinary teams in public transit environments. Join a growing firm delivering major rail and transit projects across NJ/NY with client

Qualifications

• RA license is required.
• 10+ years of architectural experience.
• Proficiency in Revit is a plus.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architectural projects from planning through construction administration.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary design teams as Project Architect.
• Develop and oversee construction documents.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, MEP, fire protection, and specialty engineering disciplines.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Mentor junior architects and perform QA/QC reviews.
• Review RFIs, submittals, and shop drawings.
• Support proposal development and business development efforts.
• Ensure compliance with codes and accessibility requirements.

Skills

RA required

10+ years experience

Revit proficiency

Leadership of multidisciplinary teams

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership abilities

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Architecture

Tools

Revit

AutoCAD

Bluebeam

ACC

Microsoft Office

MicroStation

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

INFOTRAN Engineers & Architects, P.C.
Location: East Orange, NJ or NYC
Job Type: Full-Time

Design the Future of Transportation

INFOTRAN Engineers & Architects is a rapidly growing multidisciplinary engineering and architecture firm specializing in transportation infrastructure, rail and mass transit, institutional, and public-sector projects. We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Architect to join our Architecture Department and help lead the design and delivery of complex, high-profile projects throughout the Northeast.

This is an excellent opportunity for an architect who wants to take on meaningful leadership responsibilities, work directly with clients, and help grow a transportation-focused architecture practice.

Our current portfolio includes projects for major public agencies such as Amtrak, MTA Construction & Development, MTA New York City Transit, NJ TRANSIT, the Port Authority of New York & New Jersey, Rutgers University, the New York City School Construction Authority (SCA) and NJ Division of Property Management and Construction (DPMC)

What You'll Do

• Lead architectural projects from planning through construction administration.
• Serve as Project Architect and coordinate multidisciplinary design teams.
• Develop and oversee construction documents.
• Coordinate with structural, civil, MEP, fire protection, and specialty engineering disciplines.
• Participate in client meetings and presentations.
• Perform technical QA/QC reviews and mentor junior architects.
• Review RFIs, submittals, shop drawings, and construction issues.
• Support proposal development and business development efforts.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, accessibility standards, and client requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Architecture.
• Registered Architect (RA) required.
• Minimum 10 years of architectural experience.
• Strong Revit proficiency a plus.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

We are especially interested in candidates with experience in:

• Rail & Mass Transit
• Passenger Rail Stations
• Railroad Maintenance Facilities
• Transportation Infrastructure
• Transit-Oriented Development
• Aviation Facilities
• Institutional and Public‑Sector Projects
• Design-Build Project Delivery

Experience working with agencies such as Amtrak, MTA, NJ TRANSIT, Port Authority, or similar transportation clients is highly desirable.

Don't have rail experience? We encourage experienced architects from aviation, industrial, healthcare, higher education, institutional, government, and mission‑critical sectors to apply.

Software Experience

Preferred experience with:

• Autodesk Revit
• AutoCAD
• Bluebeam
• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC)
• Microsoft Office

Experience with MicroStation is a plus but not required.

Why Join INFOTRAN?

At INFOTRAN, you'll work on projects that improve the way people travel and connect throughout the Northeast. Our architects are involved in every phase of project delivery and have the opportunity to make meaningful technical and design decisions.

We offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits package
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Professional licensure reimbursement
• Continuing education and professional development
• Clear opportunities for advancement
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

About INFOTRAN

INFOTRAN Engineers & Architects is a multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, and planning firm delivering innovative solutions for transportation, infrastructure, institutional, and public‑sector clients. Our integrated team of architects and engineers is committed to technical excellence, collaboration, and improving the communities we serve.

If you're looking for a place where your ideas matter, your contributions are recognized, and your career can grow alongside an expanding transportation architecture practice, we'd love to hear from you.