Senior Program Construction Manager - Rail & Transit

Full-time

Hill International

Job Description

Hill International is seeking a Senior Program Construction Manager - Rail & Transit in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
This role is a chance to lead transformational, regionally significant transit investments. You would play a visible role on signature programs including rail modernization, rail corridors, expansions, BRT and station redevelopments. In addition, you will serve as a key advisor to top-tier clients including major transit agencies and infrastructure owners and help grow and shape a national PM/CM practice while staying grounded in construction delivery.
Responsibilities
Construction Leadership & Owner's Representation
Lead construction management and field delivery across large-scale transit and infrastructure programs
Serve as Owner's Representative, accountable for ensuring contractors meet all contractual, technical, and performance obligations
Direct and manage contractors, DB/DBOM teams, and consultants across complex delivery environments
Drive outcomes across safety and quality performance, schedule adherence and recovery, cost control and risk mitigation
Major Project & Program Delivery Oversight
Light rail/trolley modernization (e.g., fleet transition and infrastructure upgrades)
Heavy maintenance and storage facilities
New rail/transit corridors and expansions
Major station and transportation hub redevelopments
BRT corridors and surface transit systems
Manage multiple concurrent contract packages within large capital programs
Client Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
Serve as a trusted advisor to major public-sector and regional transit agencies clients, including but not limited to SEPTA, DRPA, NJ Transit, Amtrak, WMATA, MTA, PRT, COTA, etc.
Interface with executive leadership and project sponsors, federal partners (FTA, FRA, etc.), multi-agency and multi-jurisdiction stakeholders
Team & Practice Leadership
Lead and mentor high-performing Construction Managers and field teams
Provide leadership across project, field, and program functions
Contribute to the continued growth of Hill's rail and transit practice
Pursuits & Strategic Growth
Play a key leadership role in pursuing major PM/CM opportunities
Provide technical expertise in construction phasing and delivery strategy, urban execution approach, risk assessment and mitigation, staffing and organizational structure
Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
Professional Engineer (PE) preferred
20+ years of experience in construction management and/or project management for major infrastructure and transit programs
Proven leadership delivering projects/programs: $500M+ required; $1B+ strongly preferred
Experience in construction management/field leadership roles, Owner's Representative assignments, contractor oversight and performance management and complex, multi-stakeholder urban environments
Experience in Design-Build and DBOM delivery models, rail systems, facilities, and/or multimodal infrastructure
Station or hub redevelopment strongly preferred
BRT or corridor-based infrastructure is a plus
Experience working with local major transit agencies or public clients is highly preferred
Key Attributes
Respected project/construction leader with strong field credibility
Proven ability to drive contractor performance and resolve complex challenges
Comfortable operating in high-visibility, high-stakes project environments
Strong communicator with ability to engage both field teams and executive stakeholders
Motivated to contribute to both project success and organizational growth
Depending upon your employment status, Hill's comprehensive benefits may include, Medical, Dental, Vision, Employer Paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurances, Business Travel Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account, Health Savings Account, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Commuter Benefits, Legal Assistance, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Auto & Home Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance. Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Referral Program, Professional Certification Incentive Program, Hill University Learning and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, Years of Service Awards Program.
About Us
Hill International, with more than 4,400+ professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world. For more information on Hill, please visit our website at .
Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.
Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. (GISI) family of companies. Learn more about GISI Consulting Group at .
Hill International is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veteran/Disabled

Note : This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned in the job title. Various other duties as required.
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