Senior Transit/Rail Project Manager

Hanson Professional Services - Miami, FL

Full-time - Senior

Miami, FL

251-500 employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

As a Senior Transit/Rail Project Manager at Hanson Professional Services Inc., you will lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver vital transit projects throughout Florida. This role involves strategic leadership, technical expertise, and collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure projects meet high standards and achieve outstanding results. You will be instrumental in planning, mentoring staff, and engaging with clients to shape the future of transportation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee transportation and transit planning, conduct environmental analyses, and guide design reviews to ensure successful project execution.
• Author critical reports and submissions to federal, state, and local agencies, including NEPA analyses.
• Assist in the preparation and evaluation of STOPS and RTC models, focusing on transit capital and operations costs.
• Manage submittals, compliance evaluations, and coordinate support personnel and subconsultants to streamline project workflows.
• Work closely with local governments, regional agencies, and transit authorities, facilitating effective project delivery.
• Craft detailed project scopes and accurately estimate resource requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, actively participating in meetings to discuss project goals and progress.
• Collaborate with leadership to assess project performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Engage with a variety of projects across transit, freight, and passenger rail, including Commuter Rail and Bus Rapid Transit initiatives.
• Prepare compelling RFP responses, represent Hanson in interviews, and actively participate in marketing efforts to drive growth.

Requirements

• In-depth knowledge of transportation planning and federal regulations; proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proven project management experience in transit and transportation studies.
• Familiarity with FTA, FRA, FDOT, T/MPOs, and local government processes.
• Experience in related fields such as public engagement, rail systems, and environmental planning.
• Bachelor's degree in civil engineering, urban/regional planning, environmental planning, or transportation engineering.
• A minimum of 10 years of progressive transportation experience, particularly in transit and rail projects.

Nice-to-haves

• An active Professional Engineer license in Florida or AICP designation is desirable but not required.
• Involvement in relevant technical societies and organizations is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Performance bonuses
• 401(k) with matching contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan
• Comprehensive health & well-being plans
• Financial wellness plans
• Work-life balance programs