Project Manager Infrastructure

Company: Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Location: Washington
Posted on: May 19, 2025

Job Description:

Powering the Future: Lead Critical Power Infrastructure Projects with WMATAAre you ready to drive the future of transit infrastructure? WMATA is seeking experienced Project Managers for two (2) positions to oversee high-impact projects in critical power systems and electrification, ensuring the safety, reliability, and modernization of our transit network.One position will focus on planning, lifecycle project and contract management, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, quality assurance, implementation, close-out, and warranty, ensuring WMATA's Power State of Good Repair program is delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest safety and quality standards.The second position will lead a team of construction inspection and power commissioning professionals, overseeing inspection, testing, and commissioning activities to support the delivery of the Power State of Good Repair program.If you are a dynamic leader in project, construction, and stakeholder management, capable of navigating engineering challenges, optimizing construction efficiency, managing diverse stakeholders, and thriving in high-stakes, fast-paced environments, excel at delivering large-scale infrastructure projects, and are passionate about advancing transit power systems, join us in shaping the future of transportation infrastructure and power up your career with WMATA!MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in Engineering, Architecture, Planning, Construction Management, or related field.Experience
  • Minimum eight (8) years of project management experience, including at least two (2) years managing professional staff, field staff, contractors, or consultants.
  • Management experience in planning, engineering, or transit operations, with direct fiscal responsibility. Experience in major infrastructure projects is advantageous.Certification/Licensure
    • Preferred: PMP certification, continuous improvement training such as Six Sigma, Lean Six Sigma, ISO standards.Medical GroupSatisfactorily complete the medical examination if required. Must be able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.SummaryThe Project Manager Infrastructure leads project development and implementation of the Authority's capital-funded programs, managing all project phases, from planning to closeout, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget adherence. Responsibilities include developing project scopes, negotiating hours, preparing reports, maintaining schedules and budgets, mentoring staff, and serving as the Contracting Officer's Technical Representative (COTR).Essential Functions
    • Review and comment on project scope to ensure program needs, schedule, and costs are met; coordinate across departments; ensure cost-effectiveness.
    • Develop and recommend project schedules, estimates, and budgets; ensure adherence; provide design input.
    • Ensure safety at all project sites and activities.
    • Monitor contractor work for compliance with plans and specifications.
    • Coordinate project activities to meet operational needs while minimizing impacts.
    • Develop and monitor project budgets and schedules; report on progress and issues.
    • Lead project status briefings for stakeholders, including WMATA leadership and external agencies.
    • Assist in obtaining permits and approvals, communicating issues, and managing scope, schedule, and budget changes.
    • Review engineering specifications, manage consultants, and ensure contract compliance.
    • Oversee cost allocation, invoice approval, and project closeout activities.Other Functions
      • Promote a culture of diversity, inclusion, safety, and professional development.
      • Support procurement responsibilities as a COTR.
      • Ensure safety culture on job sites.
      • Develop employee performance plans, provide feedback, and manage HR functions.The listed functions are not exhaustive and may be adjusted by management as needed.Evaluation CriteriaApplicants should include all relevant education and experience. Evaluation may involve skills assessments, interviews, background checks, medical exams, and driving record reviews.ClosingWMATA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to protected statuses. This posting is an announcement; official job descriptions are available upon interview confirmation.
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