Senior Systems Project Manager

Urban Engineers•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$250,000 - $300,000•Onsite

About The Position

Urban Engineers is seeking a Senior Systems Project Manager to oversee transit and railroad design and construction programs for public agencies and railroad clients. The role manages multidisciplinary engineering and architectural transit facility and infrastructure projects throughout their full life cycle, from initiation through execution, control, and closeout, including planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operational considerations. The desired specialty is signal systems. The position leads technical and administrative staff, oversees project controls and document control services, and manages contractual obligations and project outcomes. It also serves, as needed, as Task Order Manager II for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Project Management Oversight work. The position is located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is listed as part-time.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager on rail systems-focused design and construction programs, including programs with construction value up to $50 million.
At least 12 years of experience with rail systems.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
Proficiency with standard Microsoft Office products.
Ability to become competent with current project management software and reporting systems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited program, or a Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB-accredited program.
Professional Engineer registration or registration as an Architect.
Knowledge of project management procedures (PMI), financial management, CPM scheduling, cost control and forecasting, communications, and document control.

Responsibilities

Manage project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, resources, procurement, and risk to optimize quality and fiscal outcomes.
Lead technical and administrative staff in successfully fulfilling contractual obligations.
Build and maintain positive client and stakeholder relationships and lead projects toward positive financial outcomes.
Work with clients to resolve business and policy issues.
Coordinate with supporting departments to monitor timely and efficient service delivery.
Interface with public agencies, corporations, governmental officials, and consultants.
Supervise staff delivering the project.
Oversee Project Controls and Document Control services supporting design and construction.
Fulfil, as needed, the Task Order Manager II role for FTA Project Management Oversight work.