Sr Project Engineer (E&C) (1017) - Transit Facilities

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA)

$116K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or architecture required; Master's or PMP preferred.
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in transit facilities or related projects.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for professional interaction.
  • Strong understanding of construction project management techniques.
  • Proficient in CAD and familiar with various engineering software.
  • Willing to work evenings and nights as needed.
  • Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

  • Consult with the Project Manager on project scope and feasibility.
  • Prepare budgets, schedules, and program plans for projects.
  • Manage consultant contracts and coordinate design reviews with Operations departments.
  • Assist in project management during procurement and construction stages.
  • Directly supervise and coordinate a small team of engineers and inspectors.
  • Provide training to Project Engineers and Senior Field Engineers.
  • Make independent decisions on engineering problems and construction methods.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive healthcare coverage with minimal premiums.
  • Participation in a Defined Benefit Pension Plan and 457B Deferred Compensation Plan.
  • Generous vacation time, paid parental leave, and holidays.
  • Access to wellness programs supporting physical and mental health.
  • Tuition reimbursement for career advancement.
  • Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
  • Free SEPTA Transportation Pass for unlimited travel on services.
Full Job Description
We are seeking candidates for the position of Sr Project Engineer (E&C) (1017) - Transit Facilities. Opening Date: 05/26/2026 Closing Date: 06/12/2026 Extended: 08/21/2026 - 09/11/2026 Job Grade: SAM 41 Starting Salary: Up to $116,428 annually Additional $5,000 salary increase for those with a PE/RA License OVERALL DESCRIPTION The Senior Project Engineer for Transit Facilities will be responsible for supporting Transit Facilities Capital design and construction projects and other projects as assigned. The Senior Project Engineer must have an extensive background and knowledge of broad areas of engineering and construction principles and practices, and be familiarwith business practices. This position manages aspects of various projects as assigned by the Project Manager, to ensure that project planning, design, implementationand completion meet the requirements and needs of SEPTA, and the requirements of all the agencies, governments, special interest groups, and the general public towhich SEPTA is responsible. The Senior Project Engineer plans, develops, coordinates and directs an element of a large/complex project or a number of smaller projects. The Senior Project Engineer must come in contact with people at higher organizational levels, both within SEPTA and outside the Authority. His/Her contacts includeDepartment Managers within SEPTA, as well as consultant and contractor firm Assistant Vice Presidents, Federal, State, City and local government officials. The individualmust possess the ability to communicate effectively in an executive, non-technical environment. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES - Consult with Project Manager in project definition (scope and objectives) and determination of project sand/or program feasibility. - Prepares budgets, schedules, program and force account plans for proposed projects. - Prepares Requests for Proposals, and manages consultant contracts, and coordinates design concepts and reviews with Operations departments. May represent the Authority with special interest groups and/or local communities, and present designs at public meetings. - Assists Project Manager during the procurement and/or construction stage of a project. This includes project management, construction management, and coordination with governmental agencies and SEPTA's Operating departments. - Assists Project Manager in project management tasks and direct Project Engineers/Architects. - Responsible for managing projects, determination of resources, and maintaining budget and schedules. - Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a small team of engineers and construction inspectors, estimates manpower needs, and schedules, and assigns work to meet schedule. - Consults with supervisors concerning unusual problems, developments, contractual and policy matters. - Responsible for training Project Engineers/Architects in the duties of project management and for training Senior Construction Inspectors and Senior Field Engineers in the duties of project supervision. - Makes decisions independently with regard to engineering problems and construction methods. - Performs other duties as assigned. ADDL / DISCIPLINE RESPONSIBILITIES - Consult with Project Manager in project definition (scope and objectives) and determination of project sand/or program feasibility. - Prepares budgets, schedules, program and force account plans for proposed projects. - Prepares Requests for Proposals, and manages consultant contracts, and coordinates design concepts and reviews with Operations departments. May represent the Authority with special interest groups and/or local communities, and present designs at public meetings. - Assists Project Manager during the procurement and/or construction stage of a project. This includes project management, construction management, and coordination with governmental agencies and SEPTA's Operating departments. - Assists Project Manager in project management tasks and directs Project Engineers/Architects. - Responsible for managing projects, determination of resources, and maintaining budget and schedules. - Supervises, coordinates, and reviews the work of a small team of engineers and construction inspectors, estimates manpower needs, and schedules, and assigns work to meet schedule. - Consults with supervisors concerning unusual problems, developments, contractual and policy matters. - Responsible for training Project Engineers/Architects in the duties of project management and for training Senior Construction Inspectors and Senior Field Engineers in the duties of project supervision. - Makes decisions independently with regard to engineering problems and construction methods QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE - Bachelor of Science Degree in relevant engineering field, e.g., Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental,etc., OR Bachelor of Architecture, and seven (7) years of proven relevant engineering experience required. - Excellent verbal and written communication skills required. Ability to communicate effectively in a professional manner while working with all levels of personnel including outside agency personnel required. - Must possess an understanding of construction project management techniques. - Willingness to work evenings and nights as required to attend meetings and complete project work. - Valid driver's license required. - Proficiency in CAD preferred. Familiarity with various types of engineering software preferred. - Master's degree or PMP preferred.

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