Strategic PM – Transit (Non-Technical)

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Project Manager (Non-Technical) to drive strategic initiatives that enhance how customers plan trips, manage accounts, and access service information. You will partner with teams across the Authority to deliver major projects from web/mobile modernization to digital fare products, shaping the customer experience at scale.

The role requires strong project management, data analysis, and the ability to work through complex,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and seven years of experience analyzing business problems and coordinating improvements in a large organization.
• Experience managing complex projects and programs with measurable impact.
• Transit sector experience and Project Management/Six Sigma certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead project and program planning from inception to delivery.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage executive communications.
• Develop, monitor and report project budgets and progress.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and safety requirements.

Skills

Communication

Team Building

Problem Solving

Client Relations

Office Software

MS Project

Budgeting

Reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field

Tools

SAP

PeopleSoft

Maximo

Trapeze

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) is seeking a Project Manager (Non-Technical) to drive strategic initiatives that enhance how customers plan trips, manage accounts, and access service information. You will partner with teams across the Authority to deliver major projects from web/mobile modernization to digital fare products, shaping the customer experience at scale.

The role requires strong project management, data analysis, and the ability to work through complex,