Transit Project Manager jobs in United States
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State of Utah · 1 day ago

Transit Project Manager

The State of Utah's Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a motivated Transit Project Manager to join their Transit Division. This role will focus on delivering the FrontRunner Forward Program and managing multiple fixed guideway projects across Northern Utah.

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Responsibilities

Lead coordination between UDOT, the progressive design-builder, and UTA to ensure timely preconstruction issue resolution
Coordinate with third parties, municipalities, and other stakeholders to advance program goals
Assist in developing and implementing Phase II construction contract for FrontRunner 2X progressive design-builder
Oversee compliance with federal contract requirements, FTA capital investment grant standards, and project plans
Support the development and execution of contracts for rolling stock and facility modifications
Provide strategic input for successful program delivery and long-term FrontRunner improvements
Monitor preconstruction budgets, schedules, and risks to ensure quality outcomes and timely delivery
Prepare and present updates to project leadership

Qualification

Professional Engineer (PE)Federal contracting knowledgeProject managementCommunication skillsStakeholder coordinationOrganizational skillsTeam collaborationSelf-starter

Required

Must be currently registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah
Have a minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following licensure as a PE
Have a valid driver's license
Demonstrate strong knowledge of federal contracting and compliance standards
Possess excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
Be a proactive self-starter capable of working independently and in a collaborative team environment

Preferred

Previous work on federally funded transit projects
Experience coordinating with local governments, utilities, and large stakeholder groups

Benefits

Great health and retirement benefits
Positive work-life balance

Company

State of Utah

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Funding

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Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Chris Williamson
Chief Technology Officer
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Daniel Frei
Chief Financial Officer- Department of Technology Services
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