Senior Project Manager - Transit

Urban Engineers, Inc. in; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 235,000 - 255,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Philadelphia is seeking a Senior Project Manager to oversee transit and railroad construction programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing engineering and architectural projects with a focus on client relationships and project management. This full-time position offers a competitive salary, extensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

401K and company match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development

Certification Bonus

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience with transit capital projects design and construction.
• Professional Engineer Registration or Registration as an Architect preferred.
• Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and communications.
• Lead technical and administrative staff for project execution.
• Build and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Client Relationship Management

Financial Management

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project Management Software

Job description

Job Location: PHILADELPHIA - PHILADELPHIA, PA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $235,000.00 - $255,000.00

Job Description

Urban Engineers is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Project Manager for transit and railroad construction programs for public agencies and railroad clients. The work includes management of multi-discipline engineering/architectural transit facility and infrastructure projects for the full life cycle (initiation-execution/control-closeout) including planning, design and construction.

Responsibilities

• Managing activities related to project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, resources, procurement, and risk elements required to optimize quality, and fiscal outcomes.
• Lead the technical and administrative staff for successful execution of contractual obligations.
• Responsible for building and maintaining positive client and stakeholder relationships and leading the project to achieve positive financial outcomes.
• Work with the client to resolve business and policy issues; interface with supporting Departments to monitor the timely and efficient delivery of services; interfaces with public agencies, corporations, governmental officials, and consultants.
• Provides supervision of the staff to deliver the project and oversee the Project Controls, Document Control services to monitor the design and construction services required to support the Project.
• This position will also fulfil the "as needed" role of Task Order Manager II for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Project Management Oversight work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering from an ABET Accredited Program OR Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB Accredited Program
• Master's degree in engineering (Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection) is preferred.
• Professional Engineer Registration OR Registration as an Architect is preferred.
• Project Management Professional or Certified Construction Manager (PMP or CCM) certification is preferred
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager on facility design/construction programs with construction value up to $50M, including planning, permitting, design and construction management.
• Experience (12+ years) with transit capital projects design and construction.
• Knowledge of project management procedures (PMI), financial management, CPM scheduling, cost control and forecasting, communications and document control.
• Proficiency in the use of standard Microsoft Office products and the ability to become competent with latest Project management software and reporting systems.
• Demonstrated communication skills, both oral and written

Benefits of working at Urban

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short/Long Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K and company match
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Vacation, Holiday, and Personal Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Development
• Certification Bonus

About Urban

Our culture is built around our people. Voted a Top Workplace in the Philadelphia region by our employees, we are committed to advancing careers and providing a foundation for professional growth. Urban offers a wide range of health, welfare, and financial benefits to our employees, as well as career development through tuition assistance program, and certification incentives. Founded in 1960, Urban provides services for buildings, ports, transit, railroads, airports, bridges, and highways. We specialize in engineering design, environmental, planning, construction services, and program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for our Clients.

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status