Project Manager - Rail and Transit Facilities

Urban Engineers is seeking a full-time Project Manager for Rail and Transit Facilities in Washington, DC. The role involves managing multi-discipline transit facility design and construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely and budget-compliant delivery. Candidates should have a relevant engineering degree, extensive project management experience, and knowledge of design management. Benefits include medical, dental, and retirement plans, among others.
Job Details
Job Location WASHINGTON, D.C. - WASHINGTON, DC

Position Type Full Time

Salary Range $85.00 - $110.00 Hourly

Project Manager - Rail and Transit Facilities

Urban Engineers is seeking a highly skilled individual to join our Rail and Transit team as a Project Manager in Washington, DC. This role will manage multi-discipline transit facility and infrastructure design and construction projects. You will be responsible for leading projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. If you're ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity where your expertise will directly contribute to the success of our projects, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities
• Oversee multi-discipline engineering transit facility and infrastructure design/construction projects from start to finish.
• Manage professional and technical staff throughout the full project lifecycle, including planning, design, construction, and closeout phases.
• Lead and coordinate all activities related to project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, resources, procurement, and risk management.
• Ensure projects are delivered effectively within budget and on schedule.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or delays, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Foster strong communication between stakeholders, contractors, and team members to ensure project objectives are met.
• Maintain thorough documentation and reporting on project status, milestones, and changes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and quality requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements:
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering (Structural, Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Fire Protection) or Bachelor Degree in Architecture is required.
• Professional Engineer Registration is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience on transit station and infrastructure design projects.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of design management, procurement and construction phases of A/E/C projects
• Experience with Quality Management Plans and monitoring Quality Assurance and Control processes during design and construction phases of transit projects.
• Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager on facility/infrastructure design/construction programs with construction value up to $5M, including planning, permitting, design and construction management.
• Experience (10+ years) with infrastructure/facility/building design and construction is required.
• Working knowledge of AutoCADD and Microstation products.
• 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

Apply today!

Pay Rate: $85.00 - $110.00 / hour

Location(s): Washington, DC | On-Site

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Our culture is built around our people. Voted a top workplace 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 our own Urban Training Institute, 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.

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