Title/Role: Project Manager, Signal Systems
Division: Large Specialty Projects
Location: Long Island City, NY, with approximately 30% travel to Boston, MA, or Boston, MA-based 100%
Reporting to: Senior Project Manager, Signals
Position Description:We are seeking a Project Manager to lead vital signal systems scope on transit and rail infrastructure projects. The role covers wayside signal systems, interlockings, train control and PTC interfaces, signal power, and integration with adjacent transit systems including communications and traction power. The Project Manager owns the signal scope end to end: signal subcontractor and OEM supplier management, signal design coordination, schedule, cost, submittals, procurement, and testing and cutover support, while serving as the primary interface to the client and operating railroad. Work is executed in active railroad environments under public agency contracts, and the role requires strong documentation discipline and the ability to resolve technical and contractual conflicts before they affect the schedule.
What You'll Do:- Manage the vital signal supplier and integrator subcontract and any train control or PTC scope, including scope exhibits, division-of-work matrices, and pass-through of prime contract terms
- Own the signal scope matrix. Track and resolve division of work between the vital signal integrator, the train control provider, and E-J as installer and balance-of-system contractor
- Coordinate signal design submittals and review cycles, including circuit plans, control line diagrams, cable plans, signal layouts, and bonding and grounding
- Manage installation of wayside signal scope including signal cases and houses, switch machines, derails, track circuits, impedance bonds, insulated joints, signal cable and duct, and signal power distribution and standby power
- Identify conflicts between signal specifications, drawings, and equipment appendices, and drive them to written client resolution early
- Coordinate signal scope with adjacent transit systems including communications, traction power, and mechanical and controls systems
- Create and manage cost-loaded project schedules, milestones, and deliverables tied to the program baseline and assigned WBS control accounts
- Procure and coordinate signal materials and long-lead equipment. Track lead times against milestone dates and escalate exposure
- Develop project budgets, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving measures when possible
- Prepare and negotiate change orders. Maintain contemporaneous notice and documentation consistent with prime contract notice provisions
- Coordinate signal testing and commissioning, cutovers, and force account and flagging windows with the client and operating railroad
- Attend and run project meetings & liaise with field supervision
- Provide regular project updates to clients and stakeholders, informing them of project status, risks, and milestones
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, test records, as-builts, and project closeout documents
- Address any project-related issues, conflicts, or delays promptly and effectively, seeking solutions that maintain project progress
- Identify areas of process improvement and implement best practices to enhance project efficiency and profitability
Qualifications:- Minimum of 5 years of project manager experience required, with signal systems experience on transit or rail projects
- Working knowledge of vital signal systems, interlockings, track circuits, grade crossing warning, train control and PTC, and signal power distribution
- Ability to read and administer signal design documents including circuit plans, control line diagrams, and cable plans
- Experience managing signal subcontractors, integrators, and OEM suppliers
- Familiarity with signal testing, commissioning, and cutover in active railroad environments
- Experience with public transit agency contracts
- Ability to read and administer contract documents, including identifying conflicts between specifications and appendices
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or construction management, or equivalent work experience in the electrical contracting/engineering space
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Primavera P6, in addition to project management software; E-J currently uses Procore, Emque, Riskcast, Toric, and more
- Ability to obtain OSHA 30. Roadway worker protection certification or ability to obtain. Valid driver's license
- Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail
- Strong business acumen in project planning and management
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred:- Experience with commuter, intercity, or urban transit agencies such as Amtrak, MTA, LIRR, Metro-North, NJ Transit, MBTA, PATH, PATCO, SEPTA, or comparable
- Broader transit systems experience in communications or traction power, controls
Advantages of Working at E-J:- Leading Electrical Contracting Organization
- Oldest family-owned and operated electrical contractor since 1899
- Job training and mentorship
- Supportive Management Team
- Rewarding project experience
- Competitive compensation packages
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and 401K plan
- Paid holidays and vacation
- Merit-Based Bonus
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- Team-oriented company culture
- History of employment longevity
Annual Salary Range: $130,000 - $165,000
