Transit Project Manager

Transit Project Manager

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), our Transportation team solves modern transportation challenges by combining innovation, sustainability, and a commitment to our clients. Through cutting-edge engineering practices, we deliver unique solutions designed to provide an exceptional client experience. DEA meets the demands of modern transportation with a diverse range of services tailored to our clients' evolving needs. From enhancing existing transportation networks to pioneering new mobility solutions, our expertise helps shape a future where safe, efficient, and accessible mobility improves the quality of life in the communities we serve.

The Transit and Rail Practice is seeking a Transit Project Manager in Salt Lake City, UT.

Depending on your experience and interests, this hybrid position can focus on technical delivery, project management, or both. Your initial assignment will include supporting design services during construction for FrontRunner 2X commuter rail capacity improvements, either full-time or as part of a broader transit and rail workload. Responsibilities may include engineering design and technical production, multidisciplinary coordination, construction-phase engineering support, and project management. The role requires the ability to access the FrontRunner office and project sites as needed. Experienced applicants will have opportunities for client-facing responsibilities, pursuit support, and team leadership, with opportunities to grow as your experience and the practice develop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and/or manage engineering designs for transit and rail track and facilities, with an initial focus on FrontRunner 2X commuter rail capacity improvements.
• Design and/or manage grading, drainage, utilities, access roads, and at-grade crossings, including related permitting.
• Prepare and/or manage design details, schematics, and engineering specifications for transit and rail projects.
• Prepare and/or manage preliminary and final design plans in ORD and other project design software as needed.
• Coordinate and/or manage structural, architectural, geotechnical, surveying, and other project disciplines to support integrated project delivery.
• Provide or manage design services during construction, including technical coordination and field observations before, during, and after construction as needed.
• Manage project scope, budgets, schedules, and deliverables to ensure high-quality outcomes.
• Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, estimates (PS&E), and technical reports.
• Perform QA/QC reviews and uphold quality standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Provide post-design support and/or oversight, including responding to RFIs, reviewing contractor submittals, and supporting as-built documentation.
• Mentor junior engineers and project staff and serve as a resource for design guidance.
• As experience and project needs allow, support client coordination, project pursuits, and the continued growth of the transit and rail team.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering
• 8+ years of transportation engineering experience, with a focus on transit and rail projects
• Professional Engineer (PE) license or ability to obtain a PE license within 6 months of accepting the role
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with multidisciplinary project teams
• Demonstrated ability to manage project and/or task scope, schedule, and budget, or the potential to grow into project management responsibilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to technical and public audiences

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting design services during construction for commuter rail, transit, or rail-adjacent projects
• Existing working relationships with UTA, UDOT, or other local and national transit agencies
• Experience coordinating directly with clients, supporting project pursuits, or leading project teams
• Familiarity with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project for project scheduling and tracking
• Ability to lead projects from planning and feasibility through final design and construction support, ensuring compliance with industry standards, regulations, and client expectations

What We Offer:

We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance, for employees and their families
• Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions
• Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) program: Paid time off (PTO) beginning at 120 hours annually for full-time employees, with increased accrual based on years of service (up to 200 hours)
• Paid Holidays: 7 paid holidays per year
• Retirement: 401k plan with employer match program
• Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement
• Employee bonus program: Eligible employees may participate in DEA's employee bonus program, which is based on company profitability.
• Potential salary range: $130,000/annually - $180,000/annually

The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io.

Potential office locations include: Salt Lake City, UT.

David Evans and Associates