Senior Project Director - Rail Transit

Senior Project Director – Rail Transit

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

We are seeking a Senior Project Director – Rail Transit to join our team of dedicated professionals and help deliver transformative infrastructure projects that shape the future of transportation. In this leadership role, you will oversee complex rail transit projects spanning design, installation, testing, and commissioning activities, while ensuring successful delivery on scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

As a Project Director, you will be responsible for establishing project priorities, forecasting resource needs, providing technical and quality oversight, and building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external clients. This role offers the opportunity to demonstrate strategic leadership, business acumen, and technical expertise while guiding multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project execution.

At Jacobs, one of your most important responsibilities will be to help foster an inclusive culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation, strengthen collaboration, and create better outcomes for our clients and communities. By embracing inclusion every day, you'll help build an environment where people can thrive and deliver their best work.

Together, we'll support your growth and help you pursue meaningful work that makes a lasting impact—both locally and globally. If you're looking to join a company that is invested in your success and committed to shaping the future, we encourage you to explore Jacobs.

Here's what you'll need:

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in California
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible project management experience, including planning, budgeting, execution, and successful project delivery.
• Extensive knowledge of the rail transit industry, including rail track, high speed rail, rail signaling, and/or rail grade crossing design and construction.
• Proven ability to manage multiple rail or railroad projects simultaneously within a complex operating environment.
• Strong leadership skills with experience working in a dynamic matrix organization, collaborating with regional and local leadership teams, and supporting business development, marketing, and project delivery efforts.

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.

The base salary range for this position is $230,000.00 to $360,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on June 23, 2026. This position will be open for at least 3 days.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

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Locations

Los Angeles - California - United States