Program Manager - Newark, United States - NJ TRANSIT

Description

Program Manager

Capital Programs

Move forward with us At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on timeand we're looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Manages the development of design and construction aspects of capital projects.
• Manages the development, preparation and implementation of the rail portions of the annual capital budget, as well as the analysis of and recommendations/justifications for future capital projects.
• Estimates the time and funding required to an accuracy adequate for budgeting and completion of assigned projects.
• Supervises the activities of consultant engineering firms and assigned project team through all phases of development and construction including the review of design proposals and contracts materials for conformance to technical standards and established criteria.
• Monitors projects to assure timely cost-effective activity and initiates corrective action as required.Ensures that effective mechanisms for planning and resource allocation are implemented.

This position supervises:

• Principal Architect/Engineer

Education, Experience, and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Planning, or related field, or equivalent
• Eight years (8) progressively responsible experience in planning, design or construction of public transportation capital projects or railroad improvement projects.
• A masters degree preferred in Engineering, Planning, or related field can substitute for two (2) years of experience.

At NJ Transit, you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health InsuranceMedical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Pre-Tax Commuter BenefitsPlan
• Retirement Plans
  • 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
  • 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
  • 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.

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