Senior Transit Project Manager

Job Locations US-CA-San Francisco
Job ID
2025-13152
Job Category
Transit & Rail
Employment Status
Full-Time

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 San Francisco 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, with a master's degree preferred. Progressive positions with major transportation agencies or consultants are 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 strong verbal and written communication skills, as well as the ability to effectively interact with clients and federal agency oversight. Work includes corridor infrastructure design projects, project management, and project scheduling. Some travel is 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. 

 

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: 

  • Support the Transit and Rail Sector on project pursuit strategy, capture, 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 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 staff work.
  • Evaluate the progress of the staff and the results obtained and recommend changes to achieve the 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 the progress of the staff and the results obtained and recommend changes to achieve the overall goal.

What you will bring to our firm: 
  • Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or the planning field required 
  • Minimum 15 years of management experience in the planning and design of transit/rail/bus/facility infrastructure is desired
  • Experience with transit projects ranging from planning/concept design/through project development is valuable
  • Experience in the Alternative Delivery of Transit Projects
  • Registration as a licensed PE is required.
 
What we prefer you bring: 
  • Master's Degree
 
Featured Benefits: 
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

 

At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships – that’s why we’re the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry’s brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more.

 

Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century’s experience, together we’re building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives.

GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives™ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans’ status or other characteristics protected by law.

Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT.

 

Location: San Francisco, CA

Compensation: $180,000-$245,000
Core Business Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Employment Status: Full-Time

GFT does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions.

 

"California Applicants"
Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act.

 

#LI-Hybrid

#LI-ML1

Options

Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later.
Share on your newsfeed