Assistant Project Manager, Transit & Rail

Gannett Fleming • Newark, NJ

65d • $120,000 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

GFT is seeking an Assistant Project Manager to join our Public Transit Practice in Newark NJ! This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring regular attendance at our Newark office. 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.

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in civil engineering, Electrical or Structural Engineering.
• Professional Engineer Designation (P.E.).
• 8+ years' progressive experience in the planning, design, management and implementation of rail and transit related projects.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a special focus on working with diverse and cross-cultural teams.
• Demonstrated leadership in leading large-scale projects as well as project development ranging from planning, alternatives analysis, environmental process, permitting, final design, construction, safety certification and commissioning facilities.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree with a Geotechnical focus is strongly preferred.
• Field experience with construction observation for bridge projects, highway projects, deep foundations, and sinkhole and landslide remediation projects.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.

Responsibilities

• Assist Project Management team and key project staff in a variety of tasks including Project coordination and project controls support.
• Develop the annual task sheets and work plan.
• Support change management activities on projects as they arise.
• Interact, communicate (written/verbal), establish, and maintain effective and positive working relationships with co-workers, customers/clients, and contractors.
• Maintain and monitor the project schedule and progress of the work and track monthly updates.
• Monitor project budget and control project costs through preparing and maintaining cost management reports, Earned Value Analysis (EVA) or other techniques, by reviewing project inquiries and reports.
• Prepare and archive weekly and monthly project status and progress reports, project records, and correspondences.
• Track submittals and document control and distribute between stakeholders and maintain active involvement in collecting and implementing inputs from various disciplines on the project.
• Coordinate multiple tasks at the same time, meet the deadlines and perform effectively under tight schedules.
• Prepare project execution and management plan.
• Coordinate and manage the QC process in accordance with the GFT Quality Management System.
• Support project managers and perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by project managers.

Benefits

• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations.
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree