Transit Capital Program Manager

Davita Inc.; Milford Mill (MD); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Davita Inc. is seeking a Transit Capital Program Manager to join its Baltimore team. This hybrid role involves overseeing a large-scale capital delivery program in the public transit sector, managing multiple projects and ensuring they align with operational priorities. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering or construction background, along with significant experience in transit infrastructure project management.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

Generous PTO accrual and paid holidays.

Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.

Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in engineering, construction, or project management.
• Familiarity with public transit systems and capital program requirements.
• PE license in Maryland is required.

Responsibilities

• Support leadership in managing program-wide scope and schedule for capital projects.
• Review and analyze capital project data to ensure alignment.
• Coordinate project planning efforts and integrate capital improvements.

Skills

Communication

Analytical skills

Project Management

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Primavera P6

MS Project

Job description

What You Will Do:

GFT is seeking a talented Transit Capital Program Manager to join our team in Baltimore, MD. This is a hybrid position, with a requirement to report onsite to client offices three days per week.

Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:

The Transit Capital Program Manager will support oversight of a large-scale capital delivery program by reviewing and coordinating project activities across all phases of the project lifecycle. This role works directly with client-side leadership, project managers, and key stakeholders to align project scopes, schedules, and budgets with broader program and operational priorities.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Support leadership in managing program-wide scope, sequence, and schedule for capital repair, enhancement, and expansion projects.

• Review and analyze capital project data to ensure alignment with lifecycle asset management goals and agency-wide priorities.

• Conduct and manage development and evaluation (D&E) studies as needed to assess feasibility, bundling opportunities, or strategic alignment.

• Coordinate project planning efforts, supporting integration of capital improvements with ongoing operations and maintenance activities.

• Monitor and maintain comprehensive datasets to track project status, risks, and dependencies.

• Develop and improve internal processes and tools that enhance project integration, performance tracking, and strategic planning.

• Support development of long-term (5-, 10-, and 20-year) capital program pipelines and funding strategies.

• Assist in minimizing disruptions to service by coordinating with project delivery and operations teams.

• Prepare and deliver documentation, dashboards, and reports for leadership and stakeholders.

• Provide additional program support as needed.

Education | Experience:

What you will bring to our firm:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in engineering, construction, or project management within transit and/or transportation infrastructure.

• Proven experience supporting or managing projects across all lifecycle phases-planning, design, procurement, construction, monitoring, and closeout.

• Demonstrated ability to think critically and strategically in complex project environments.

• Strong communication, facilitation, and analytical skills.

• Familiarity with public transit systems and capital program requirements.

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or MS Project.

• PE license in Maryland is required.

What we prefer you bring:

• PMP certification is preferred.

• Experience working within a public agency or in an embedded consultant role is strongly desired.

• Familiarity with Maryland-based transit agencies or MTA project delivery processes is a plus.

• Ability to synthesize technical and operational data for decision-making.

• Experience developing capital planning and program integration documentation.

Compensation:
The salary range for this role is $150,000 - $200,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.

Featured Benefits:

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance.

• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.

• Generous PTO accrual and paid holidays.

• Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

Company Overview:

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives

GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

Location: Baltimore, MD

Core Business Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Employment Status: Full-Time

Salary Range: $150,000-$200,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

"California Applicants"

Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

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