Project Engineer

About the Role: Project Engineer. Transdev North America, Inc.

• Provide on-field and office engineering support by performing construction and maintenance inspections and supervision of Transdev rail operations.

• Review bid proposal specifications, drawings and existing site conditions to determine the scope of rail work.

• Attend pre-bid meetings and actively participate in discussions regarding project requirements and expectations.

• Oversee the good faith effort process and effectively communicate the DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) requirements to the estimating team. Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including construction drawings, specifications, permits, and quality control records.

• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and facilitating smooth project execution.

• Coordinate bid preparation requirements with the Contract Administrator to ensure accurate and timely submission of bids.

• Perform contract management responsibilities as required, reporting findings to the Chief Estimator and Project Manager.

• Track work history, documenting project progress and milestones for reference and reporting purposes.

• Coordinate pre-bid RFI's prior to the specification deadline, facilitating clarification and addressing any queries.

• Support the Chief Estimator in calculating a complete takeoff of the scope of work, ensuring accuracy and thoroughness in cost estimation.

• Monitor post-bid submission dates towards contract procurement, staying informed of the progress and next steps.

• Coordinate the scope of work with other divisions and subcontractors, fostering effective collaboration and streamlined project execution.

• Interface with owners and other contractors to provide engineering and costing regarding project feasibility, contributing to informed decision-making.

• Support the Project Manager in the preparation of budgets, subcontracts. purchase orders. and assist in preliminary project schedules, contributing to efficient project planning and resource allocation.

• Supervise construction activities on-site, monitoring progress, and ensuring adherence to project specifications, safety protocols, and quality standards.

• Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and field teams to resolve any issues that may arise.

• Support PM in Project management, which includes estimating extra work items, change orders, procuring materials, monitoring progress, and managing cost/budget and revenue.

Annual Salary Range: $100,000 to $120,000 per year.

Required Education:

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering or a closely related field.

Required Experience:

Demonstrated knowledge of railway engineering, alignment of rail lines, track stresses and fittings, design of track, and resistance to traction.

Demonstrated knowledge of AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, and Quantity Takeoff (QTO). Knowledge may be gained during post-secondary degree program. Travel to domestic worksites: 5-10%.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Job Category: Professionals

Job Type: Full Time

Work Type: No Remote

Req ID: 8433

Pay Group: VDD

Cost Center: 766

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at