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Arcadis · 6 hours ago

Project Manager - Transit

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. The company is seeking a skilled Project Manager with strong experience in transit projects to lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of complex capital projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder engagement.

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Responsibilities

Lead end‑to‑end project management for transit capital projects, including stations, track and guideway improvements, BRT corridors, maintenance facilities, and system upgrades
Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk registers; ensure alignment with organizational goals and funding requirements
Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, safety, and third‑party stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery
Oversee design development, permitting, procurement, and construction phases; ensure compliance with contract documents and regulatory standards
Facilitate project meetings, prepare status reports, and maintain accurate documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Manage consultant and contractor performance, including review of deliverables, change orders, and claims
Identify and mitigate project risks, resolve issues proactively, and maintain clear communication channels across all teams
Ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations, including FTA requirements when applicable
Support community outreach, public engagement, and coordination with local jurisdictions as needed
Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle

Qualification

Transit Systems KnowledgeProject ManagementStakeholder ManagementProject Management ToolsPMP CertificationRisk ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadership Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Planning, Architecture, or related field (or equivalent experience)
7+ years of project management experience, with at least 3 years in transit, rail, or heavy civil infrastructure
Strong understanding of transit systems, including stations, trackwork, utilities, signals, communications, or related disciplines
Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multi‑phase projects in active or operational transit environments
Familiarity with public‑sector procurement, FTA guidelines, NEPA processes, and safety regulations
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder‑management skills
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Bluebeam, Procore)

Preferred

PMP certification or equivalent is a plus

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
20 days PTO that accrue per year

Company

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.

H1B Sponsorship

Arcadis has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2025 (126)
2024 (69)
2023 (69)
2022 (69)
2021 (72)
2020 (103)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$0.03M
2017-06-01Grant· $0.03M
1995-10-06IPO

Leadership Team

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Alan Brookes
Chief Executive Officer
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Neil McArthur
Chief Executive Officer
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