Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) · 1 day ago
Project Manager (7131) - Trolley Modernization
Philadelphia, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$118K/yr - $118K/yr
8+ years expThe Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is a leader in transportation, connecting communities across a vast service region. They are seeking a Project Manager for the Trolley Modernization Program, responsible for managing all aspects of project planning, design, implementation, and completion to meet SEPTA's requirements and the needs of various stakeholders.
Public TransportationTransportation
Responsibilities
Consults with senior management in developing on-going railway improvement programs, by formulating conceptual project plans and specifications so as to best allow for simultaneous multi-discipline improvements and conformance to applicable funding agency requirements
Prepares budgets, schedules, program and force account plans for proposed projects
Prepares Requests for Proposals, manages consultant contracts, and coordinates design concepts and reviews with Operations Departments
Provides liaison with appropriate Federal, State, City and local government agencies and SEPTA to coordinate design requirements with consultant design
May represent the Authority with Special Interest Groups or local committees, and present designs at public meetings
Has responsibility for maintaining, forecasting, and maintaining budgets and manpower requirements
Directs the project management team during the design construction and/or procurement stages of a project. This includes project management, construction management, and coordination with government agencies and SEPTA Operations Departments
Monitors progress, performance of consultants and contractors
Consults with supervision concerning unusual problems and developments on administrative and policy matters
Supervises, coordinates and reviews the work of a team of engineers/architects and construction inspectors. Estimates manpower needs and schedules, and assigns work to meet schedules
The Project Manager applies intensive and diversified knowledge of principals and practices in broad areas of engineering and construction assignments. He/She must make decisions independently in resolving engineering problems and construction issues. He/She may act as an individual researcher on specific issues
Responsible for the development and review of project management training and seminars within his/her discipline
Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others
Performs other duties as assigned/required
Under the direction of the Program Manager, directs all phases of major, multiple-project, multiple contracts Capital Programs so as to complete the work within the established budget and schedule
Establishes goals, procedures, and objectives for assigned personnel and projects including the development of resource budgets and including the scheduling, planning and organizing of the work load for subordinates
Responsible for approval of design engineering and consultant management contracts, procedures, and design contract modifications
Ensures that all project plans, studies and technical analyses, are complete, correct, and conform to SEPTA and industry standards
Manages and directs the activities of the program management consultants
Directs the preparation of final design plans and specifications
Prepares information required to solicit construction proposals
Evaluates construction contract bids and recommends award
Coordinates, directs, resolves conflicts, and approves the construction-related activities of contractors, vendors and consultants
Coordinates extensive inspection of projects to assure compliance to plans, schedules, and project budgets. In this capacity, the Project Manager is also responsible for the review and approval of changes to the project while assuring conformity with previously established goals and objectives
Establishes design and construction criteria, standard specifications, general plans, standard plans, and management procedures to effect consistency and assure compliance with industry standards
Consults with management at all levels on problem identification and solutions of same on issues of engineering and construction
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management or related discipline and eight (8) years of progressive engineering/architectural employment experience, or an equivalent combination of engineering and project management, or related experience in construction is required
Experience in Civil Engineering, or Architecture, is preferred
OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Architecture, or EIT with either Master's Degree in Engineering or MBA with six (6) years responsible experience
Excellent writing, communication, interpersonal, analytical, and logical reasoning skills required
Effective coaching skills required
Excellent computer skills required
Must have a valid Driver's License
Preferred
PA registered Professional Engineer/Registered Architect (PE/RA) preferred
Experience in public transit project management preferred
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare Coverage – Medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans with little to no employee premiums.
Retirement Security – Participate in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and a 457B Deferred Compensation Plan to build your financial future.
Work-Life Balance – Enjoy paid parental leave, generous vacation time, and paid holidays to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
Employee Wellness – Access wellness programs and resources to support your physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Invest in Your Growth – We offer tuition reimbursement to support your education and career advancement.
Student Loan Assistance – Our positions qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, helping you manage and reduce student debt.
Free Travel Perks – Receive a FREE SEPTA Transportation Pass, giving you unlimited access to all SEPTA services!
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