COWI · 3 hours ago
Associate Project Director - Mass Transit, for COWI in North America
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$172K/yr - $262K/yr
15+ years expCOWI is a global engineering company committed to creating sustainable solutions for the future. They are seeking an Associate Project Director – Mass Transit to manage complex transit infrastructure projects across California, ensuring delivery on budget, quality, and timelines while leading multidisciplinary teams.
Civil EngineeringConsulting
Hiring Manager
Priyanka .
Responsibilities
Oversee and coordinate complex transit and rail infrastructure projects for agencies such as LA Metro, OCTA, Metrolink, Caltrain, and San Diego Metropolitan Transit System
Oversee all phases of transit project delivery, including conceptual design, preliminary engineering, final design, and construction support for rail, underground tunnels, elevated/underground structures, and stations
Direct the development of civil, structural, and systems integration components of transit projects, including alignment, utility relocations, grading and drainage, ventilation, and platform configurations
Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with public agency clients (LA Metro, OCTA, Caltrans Districts, municipalities) and key stakeholders, including Design & Build Contractors, third-party utility agencies and community groups
Consistently support business development pursuits in collaboration with Transit Market Director, including strategy, positioning, proposal development, interviews, and client engagement for major transit programs across California
Provide leadership within a multidisciplinary team environment that includes civil, structural, geotechnical and architectural disciplines
Manage project teams of 5–25+ staff and subcontractors, ensuring adherence to project scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards on infrastructure programs exceeding $100M in construction value
Serve as the primary point of contact for client project managers, responsible for contract management, fee negotiations, schedule performance, and risk mitigation
Collaborate with internal global centers of excellence to leverage specialized expertise and ensure high-quality project delivery while managing local compliance and permitting requirements
Ensure strict compliance with internal quality management systems, overseeing project controls, financial reporting, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication
Mentor and guide junior project managers and technical staff, supporting professional growth and promoting high standards in transit delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Hold Professional Engineer status in CA. Licenses in other US states considered an asset
Minimum 15 years of experience in transit or rail infrastructure projects, with at least 5 years in a senior project management role
Experience working with LA Metro, OCTA, Metrolink, Caltrain
Experience in coordinating and managing multi-disciplinary design teams
Experience delivering projects through Alternate Project Delivery methods such as Design build, Progressive Design build or CMGC
Comprehensive written and oral communication skills
Proven ability in preparing proposals and review agreement terms
Self-motivated, skilled in navigating change, and able to handle multiple tasks in an evolving workplace
High organizational and time management skills
Effective team building skills, solid leadership skills and able to manage multiple stakeholders
Ability to work with staff located remotely
Ability and willingness to travel, predominantly in North America
Preferred
Master's degree in Civil or Structural Engineering
Benefits
Flexible working arrangement
Top-up parental and childbirth recovery leave
Fantastic close-knit team with a wealth of knowledge to share
Full time hires get minimum 5 weeks’ vacation to start
Floating holiday to celebrate employee diversity
Paid sick leave
Annual fitness subsidy - yes, you can use this for a ski pass, yoga, or gym membership
401K contribution matching with generous company match
Personal and professional development fund
Parking or public transit allowance
Medical, dental, and vision insurance 80% employer-paid premiums
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Referral incentive program
Frequent social events
Company
COWI
COWI is a civil engineering consultancy that specializes in urban development and commercial buildings for healthcare and education.
5001-10000 employees
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