Project Manager

Job description:

Job Description – Project Manager (PM/CM – Transportation & Transit)

Job Summary

The Project Manager will lead the delivery of complex transportation and transit infrastructure projects under on-call and task-order-based contracts. The role requires managing projects from planning through construction and closeout while ensuring compliance with public-agency requirements, safety standards, quality systems, and budget controls.

Key Responsibilities

Manage end-to-end delivery of assigned PM/CM task orders

Act as the primary point of contact with public agencies and stakeholders

Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality performance

Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including designers, inspectors, contractors, and subconsultants

Lead project planning, work plans, staffing plans, and cost forecasts

Monitor construction progress and ensure adherence to contract documents

Manage change orders, claims, and risk mitigation strategies

Ensure compliance with FTA, state, and local regulations

Oversee QA/QC implementation and safety performance

Prepare and present project reports, schedules, and cost updates

Support DBE/SBE participation, documentation, and compliance

Lead project closeout activities and lessons learned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

10+ years of experience in project or construction management

Proven experience delivering transportation or transit infrastructure projects

Strong knowledge of public-sector project delivery methods (DBB, DB, CMAR)

Experience managing consultants, contractors, and multiple stakeholders

Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) or PMP certification

Experience working with transit agencies (e.g., Sound Transit, BART, LA Metro, VTA)

Experience with on-call / MATOC / IDIQ contracts

Familiarity with safety, environmental, and labor compliance requirements

Core Competencies

Project controls (cost, schedule, risk)

Stakeholder & agency coordination

Change & claims management

Quality and safety leadership

Multi-project delivery in live operating environments

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

What is your expected salary?

What is your current location?Are you willing to relocate to Seattle

Do you require work visa sponsorship?

Would you be interested in a contingent hire opportunity?

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Work Location: In person