Transit Senior Project Manager
Transit Senior Project Manager
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Job Description
Otak is looking for an experienced Transportation Senior Project Manager to join our expanding Puget Sound team in Redmond WA. In this role you will lead the charge in fostering strong client relationships positioning Otaks services for business growth and managing complex multidisciplinary transportation projects. These projects include transit infrastructure (such as bus rapid transit corridors transit stations and multimodal hubs) municipal roadways regional trails and general transportation support for both new and existing public clients.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of building client connections exceptional communication skills and a passion for collaboration and team leadership. Selfdriven and enthusiastic you will play a key role in mentoring team members and driving the success of a wellestablished and growing practice. If you are ready to lead impactful projects across the region and join an innovative team we want to hear from you!
What you will do:
Develop and maintain client relationships.
- Participate in business development activities including client meetings preparation of proposals interviews and contract negotiations.
- Oversee design services for transportation and transitrelated improvements such as transit corridors bus rapid transit parkandrides municipal roadway pedestrian and bicycle enhancements and operational safety upgrades.
- Oversee preparation of specifications and cost estimates
- Plan and coordinate projects with limited supervision.
- Assist in assigning duties and schedules to team member.
- Prepare project scope schedule and budget.
- Guide and mentor internal team members and support their professional development.
- Take active role in quality control and quality assurance (QA/QC) program.
- Provide construction support services.
What you bring:
- Bachelors in Civil Engineering from an accredited fouryear college or university or equivalent education is required.
- Minimum of 15 years experience as a Civil Engineer with an emphasis in transportation and transitrelated planning design and delivery of projects including working with transit agencies such as Community Transit Sound Transit King County Metro WSDOT or others.
- Valid Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Washington required or ability to obtain within six months.
- Proven ability to build and maintain strong client relationships while driving business growth.
- Demonstrated leadership skills strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work with various teams throughout the organization.
- Demonstrated experience with AutoCAD/Civil 3D (MicroStation experience helpful).
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience qualifications and work location as well as market and business considerations.
Salary range: $135000 $175000 per year
Benefits
At our core we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage youre at in your career we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life help support your family and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; nocost medical dental vision life and disability insurance HRA/HSA; a 401(k)retirement match that is 100 vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity relocation assistance may be provided.
Why work at Otak
Were not just looking for skills and experience having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak you arent just joining a firm youre joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However we dont just believe in cultivating our own community; were also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us so were committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus were expanding and were dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.
Equal Opportunity
Otak is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive equitable and respectful workplace. We value diverse perspectives and believe they drive innovation and success.
We are committed to a workplace free from discrimination and harassment where every individual is valued included and treated with dignity and respect. We do not discriminate based on race color religion sex (including pregnancy childbirth or related conditions) sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability veteran status or any other protected status under applicable laws. Our hiring promotion compensation and employment practices are rooted in qualifications merit and business needs.
Our Vision for an Inclusive Workplace
We are committed to creating an environment where:
- Diverse identities are embraced and differences are valued as a source of strength.
- Every employee feels safe to be their authentic self and contribute meaningfully.
- Unique perspectives are encouraged and open dialogue is welcomed to foster innovation.
- Curiosity replaces judgment and respectful engagement is prioritized in all interactions.
- Relationships are built on mutual trust dignity and respect forming the foundation of our workplace culture.
We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities including pregnant employees to ensure an accessible and supportive work environment. If you require assistance or accommodations during the application process or in the workplace please contact Otaks People Services Department at .
Join us in shaping a more inclusive future!
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Contract
