Project Manager - Transportation

ABOUT LOGIC

Logic is a practitioner-led program management firm that helps utilities, public agencies, and infrastructure owners deliver complex capital programs. Our teams provide program and project controls, PMO and governance, and organizational change and business transformation, working inside our clients’ programs as part of their teams, not advising from the sidelines. We hire experienced people, give them real ownership of their work, and build an inclusive environment where they want to stay. Join us to do work that keeps critical infrastructure moving.

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Logic is seeking an experienced and strategic Project Manager to lead owner-side delivery on a major transit capital program for a large public transportation agency in the Seattle–Tacoma area. In this role, you will guide alternative delivery procurement from strategy through contract award — leading RFQ/RFP development for GC/CM and/or Progressive Design-Build contracts, supporting GMP/MACC negotiations, and managing the contractor relationship through execution. This role is ideal for a senior transit professional who has represented the owner, not the contractor or proposer, on a federally funded, multi-contract capital program. You will work closely with agency leadership, design teams, contractors, and third-party stakeholders, including utilities, railroads, and local jurisdictions.

This is a hybrid role with regular onsite presence required at the client’s offices in the Seattle–Tacoma area. Candidates must be local to the region.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Contract Strategy

• Lead owner-side procurement strategy and contract packaging for a multi-contract transit capital program.
• Write and lead the development of RFQ/RFP packages for GC/CM and/or Progressive Design-Build contracts on behalf of the owner.
• Manage solicitation activities, including industry outreach, proposer questions, addenda, and evaluation support.
• Support GMP/MACC negotiations, including price validation, independent cost estimate reconciliation, and risk allocation between the owner and contractor.

Third-Party Coordination

• Coordinate with third parties and incorporate their agreements into contract requirements, including:
• Utility owners (e.g., relocations, betterments, service agreements)
• Railroads (e.g., crossing, access, and operating agreements)
• Local jurisdictions (e.g., permits, interlocal agreements, right-of-way)
• Track third-party commitments and confirm they are carried through design, procurement, and construction.

Project Delivery & Contract Management

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk for assigned contract packages from procurement through construction.
• Lead partnering efforts with the contractor and apply claims-avoidance practices to resolve issues early and protect the owner’s interests.
• Review and manage change orders, contractor submittals, and progress against contract requirements.
• Prepare and present project status, risks, and recommendations to agency leadership and program management.

Federal Compliance

• Make sure FTA compliance requirements and deliverables are met on a federally funded project, and coordinate with federal oversight as needed.
• Perform other project management duties as assigned in support of the broader program team.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience at the Project Manager level on a major transit capital program.
• Bachelor’s degree required in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field — or an equivalent combination of education and experience.Demonstrated owner-side experience with alternative delivery procurement (GC/CM and/or Progressive Design-Build).
• Experience writing or leading RFQ/RFP packages for GC/CM or PDB contracts on behalf of the owner, not as a contractor or proposer.
• Experience supporting GMP/MACC negotiations, price validation, and risk allocation.
• Experience with procurement strategy and contract packaging on a multi-contract program.
• Working knowledge of FTA compliance requirements and deliverables on federally funded projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams).
• Must be local to the Seattle–Tacoma area and able to work onsite on a regular hybrid schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience with a major Pacific Northwest transit agency preferred.
• Experience coordinating third-party agreements with utilities, railroads, and local jurisdictions preferred.
• Demonstrated experience with partnering and claims avoidance on large construction contracts.
• Professional Engineer (PE), PMP, DBIA, or CCM certification a plus.
• Experience with project controls and scheduling tools (e.g., Primavera P6, e-Builder, Power BI) a plus.

PERKS & BENEFITS

• Hybrid — Enhanced work-life balance with our hybrid model combining both remote and in-office work.
• Climbing PTO — Enjoy freedom and flexibility with our annual increasing paid time off.
• Paid Holidays — We observe 9 federal holidays.
• Health & Wellness — We prioritize your physical and mental well-being with health and wellness initiatives and programs.
• Medical & Retirement Benefits — Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, and retirement with company match ensures you and your family’s health and future are well-protected.
• Career Growth — Track your career with our robust learning and development opportunities.
• Culture Focused — Thrive in our inclusive, vibrant culture that values diversity, teamwork, and mutual respect.