Senior Systems Project Manager (53349)

Urban Engineers is seeking a qualified candidate to serve as a Senior Systems Project Manager for transit and railroad design/construction programs for public agencies and railroad clients. The work includes oversight and management of multi-discipline engineering/architectural transit facility and infrastructure projects for the full life cycle (initiation-execution/control-closeout) including planning, design, and construction, as well as maintenance and operational considerations. We are seeking individuals with a specialty in signal systems.

Responsibilities

- Managing activities related to project scope, schedule, cost, quality, communications, resources, procurement, and risk elements required to optimize quality, and fiscal outcomes.

- Lead the technical and administrative staff for successful execution of contractual obligations.

- Responsible for building and maintaining positive client and stakeholder relationships and leading the project to achieve positive financial outcomes.

- Work with the client to resolve business and policy issues; interface with supporting Departments to monitor the timely and efficient delivery of services; interfaces with public agencies, corporations, governmental officials, and consultants.

- Provides supervision of the staff to deliver the project and oversee the Project Controls, Document Control services to monitor the design and construction services required to support the Project.

This position will also fulfil the as needed role of Task Order Manager II for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Project Management Oversight work.

Qualifications

- Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering from an ABET Accredited Program OR Bachelor of Architecture from a NAAB Accredited Program is preferred

- Professional Engineer Registration OR Registration as an Architect is preferred.

- Demonstrated experience as a Project Manager on rail systems-focused design/construction programs with construction value up to $50M, including planning, permitting, design and construction management.

- Experience (12+ years) with rail systems.

- Knowledge of project management procedures (PMI), financial management, CPM scheduling, cost control and forecasting, communications and document control is preferred.

- 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.

Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Salary Range: $250,000 - $300,000

About Urban:

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 deliver end-to-end project solutions through expert construction management and inspection, innovative engineering design, environmental services, strategic planning, and comprehensive program management. By providing innovation, technical excellence, and on-time performance, we create value for a proud Urban family.

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