Sr. Transit Project Manager

What You Will Do:GFT is seeking a Sr. Transit Project Manager to support a variety of projects in the West Region. This role follows a Hybrid work model out of our Seattle office.Working on the Transportation team at GFT offers the opportunity to engage in transformative projects that enhance transportation infrastructure and improve community connectivity. Whether working on highways and bridges or traffic engineering, our team excels in resilient, sustainable design and construction, delivering innovative solutions that address the complexities of modern, multimodal roadway systems and ensure safe, efficient, and reliable travel for all. Explore some of our signature Transportation projects here.What you'll be challenged to do:The ideal candidate will have experience as a Project Manager or Deputy Project Manager for FTA/FRA funded projects involving Bus Facilities, Bus Rapid Transit, Light Rail, Heavy Rail Rapid Transit, or Commuter Rail. PE Registration required. A bachelor's degree is required, masters preferred, and progressive positions with major transportation agencies or consultants expected. The position is responsible for coordinating and reviewing the work of engineers and planners working in diverse disciplines to design and plan major transportation infrastructure. The position requires good verbal and writing skills and ability to successfully interact with clients and federal agency oversight. Work includes corridor infrastructure design projects, project management, project scheduling. Some travel necessary.This is an excellent career opportunity for an experienced, motivated Sr. Transit Project Manager who thrives in a collaborative team environment. The role highlights a customer-focused mindset and a passion for delivering exceptional quality and results on every project.Primary Responsibilities (others may be asigned):Support the Transit Market Sector Leader on project pursuit strategy, mining and development.Serve as Project Manager with involvement in client development, project delivery and overall client satisfaction both locally and in other regions in support of company projects.Responsible for overall supervision and quality of those projects assigned. Assure projects conform to the contractual agreements the firm has made to our clients.Assure projects are completed within the allocated period of time and within the budget that has been assigned.Assist in business development goals established for the firm.Grow into a role to provide team leadership. Plan, organize, and supervise the work of staff.Evaluate progress of the staff and results obtained and recommend changes to achieve overall objectives.Mentor other employees to be able to participate in transit projects.Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.Evaluate progress of the staff and results obtained and recommend changes to achieve overall.Education Experience:What you bring to our firm:Bachelor's degree civil engineering or planning field requiredMinimum 10 years of management experience in the planning and design of transit/rail/ bus / facility infrastructure is desiredExperience with transit projects ranging from planning/concept design/through project development is valuableExperience in the Alternative Delivery of Transit ProjectsRegistration as a licensed PE required.What we prefer you bring:Master's DegreeCompensation:The salary range for this position is $170,000 - $200,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location.Featured Benefits:Hybrid (in-person and remote) work prehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition

Created: 2025-09-22