Senior Transit Stations Design Lead

WSP; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 251,000 - 323,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

WSP is seeking a Senior Technical Director, Stations Lead to manage the GEC design team for underground station development and ensure deliverables meet project requirements.

The role is based in a client office in San Jose, requiring strong leadership, coordination with stakeholders, and extensive rail design experience across structures, MEP, civil/site, and roadways to optimize costs and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Master’s Degree preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant post-education experience in large rail transit design and construction projects.
• 5+ years in a similar role preferred.
• Experience with transit, tunnels, and BART or similar.
• Strong ability to lead multi-project programs and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead coordination for Station Design and SOE design efforts.
• Provide technical reviews of station designs across disciplines.
• Coordinate with CPs, BART, and external groups on design issues.
• Support facilities and engineering managers on program tasks.
• Monitor design activities and CP action items.
• Assist in construction RFP responsibilities.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Master’s Degree preferred

15+ years post-education experience

5+ years in a similar role

Tools

MS Office suite (Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint)

PM tools

Job description

WSP is seeking a Senior Technical Director, Stations Lead to manage the GEC design team for underground station development and ensure deliverables meet project requirements.

The role is based in a client office in San Jose, requiring strong leadership, coordination with stakeholders, and extensive rail design experience across structures, MEP, civil/site, and roadways to optimize costs and schedules.