Senior Transit Projects Director (Hybrid Role)

Sound Transit; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 152,000 - 288,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Pet insurance

Job summary

A public transit agency in Seattle is seeking a Deputy Executive Project Director to lead and coordinate multiple phases of transit projects. The successful candidate will manage project teams, oversee budget and schedule adherence, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in managing large, complex public transit projects. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this role, which also includes community outreach responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Ten years of experience in managing large public transit projects.
• Experience in project delivery methods like Design-Bid-Build.
• Experience leading teams during the construction phase.

Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise project staff and activities.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and performance indicators.
• Coordinate with external partners like WSDOT and local jurisdictions.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Communication skills

Leadership

Risk assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related fields

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

A public transit agency in Seattle is seeking a Deputy Executive Project Director to lead and coordinate multiple phases of transit projects. The successful candidate will manage project teams, oversee budget and schedule adherence, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. This role requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and extensive experience in managing large, complex public transit projects. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this role, which also includes community outreach responsibilities.