Senior Project Manager, Rail + Transit (Design)
About The Position
TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions. Ready to lead projects that move people, connect communities, and shape the future of transportation in Northern California? TYLin is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to drive high-impact Rail + Transit projects across the Bay Area and greater Northern California region. This is a career-defining opportunity to work with leading agencies, guide multidisciplinary project teams, and help expand TYLin's presence on some of the region's most transformative transportation programs. Based in San Francisco, Oakland, San Jose, Sacramento, or nearby Northern California locations, you'll oversee the delivery of complex transit and rail infrastructure projects - from urban mobility enhancements to major rail corridor improvements. You'll build strong relationships with clients such as: BART, Caltrain, SF MTA (SFMTA), VTA, Capitol Corridor, ACE, California High-Speed Rail Authority, Caltrans Districts 3, 4 & 10, and regional transportation authorities across Northern California. You'll be a key leader in project execution, client engagement, and strategic growth across the region, while mentoring and empowering the next generation of engineers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related field.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in California (or ability to obtain within 12 months).
- 10+ years of experience delivering complex civil or rail/transit design projects.
- Strong record of managing public-sector transportation projects and multidisciplinary teams.
- Excellent communication skills and confidence building relationships with agency partners.
- Demonstrated success in balancing project delivery with client service and business development.
Responsibilities
- Lead the delivery of Rail + Transit and major infrastructure design projects from planning through final design.
- Serve as the main point of contact for Northern California clients, building long-term partnerships and trust.
- Manage multidisciplinary engineering teams and ensure quality, technical rigor, and efficient project delivery.
- Mentor junior and mid-level engineers, supporting their technical and professional growth.
- Collaborate with regional and national leadership to drive pursuit strategies and secure new work.
- Represent TYLin in industry organizations and regional client engagements across Northern California.
Benefits
- TYLin offers a comprehensive total rewards package. Our benefits may include extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
