Senior Project Manager, Eng & Const Systems Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/trimet/jobs/newprint/4779649) Apply  Senior Project Manager, Eng & Const Systems Salary See Position Description Location Suite 700, OR Job Type Non-Union Regular Full-Time Job Number 25-00003 Department Engineering & Construction Division Design and Construction Opening Date 01/10/2025 Closing Date Continuous + Description + Benefits Description TriMet’s Rail Systems workgroup as part of the Design and Construction Department in the Engineering and Construction Division is looking for an experienced project manager to provide project management services and technical expertise to support team members of the Rail Systems Group, other TriMet projects or divisions. The Rail Systems Group is a high-performing and diverse group of subject matter experts and project managers, which are responsible for supporting TriMet maintenance with engineering support and project delivery related to traction electrification and train signal systems. This specific role will be responsible for a State Of Good Repair (SOGR), multi-year, multi-element project. The focus of this project is the replacement (design and construction) of traction power substation with minimal to no interruptions to Revenue Service. Other duties within the Rail Systems Group might be assigned upon completion of this project, or if the Agency’s priorities change. In addition, this position will manage internal stakeholders, like MOW, as well as external partners and stakeholder, like local AHJ and utility providers. As well as perform project management and engineering duties as a fully competent and accomplished project manager and engineer in all conventional aspects of rail systems engineering. This position has a moderate level of independence, judgement, and autonomy. Assignments may require independent evaluation, analysis, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to successfully design and deliver assigned projects. This role works under limited supervision from a Department lead and/or Manager and requires the ability to exercise sound independent judgement within established guidelines. All work is done under the supervision of a licensed professional in the State of Oregon. A Degree in Electrical Engineering is highly valued for this position. This role requires being onsite a minimum of three (3) days per week. Ensure a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance through effective leadership, training, role modeling and implementing practices that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value and a priority in all aspects of work. Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings. Forbes Magazine recently ranked TriMet as one of the top five places to work in Oregon! TriMet is ranked the number one Oregon-based employer in the state, as well as the top “Transportation and Logistics” employer in the state. Essential Functions + Provide project management services in administering and managing Systems Design and Construction contracts. Perform tasks as assigned including, but not limited to: Design reviews, submittals, schedule updates, RFIs, monthly pay requests, change order estimating and resolution. + Prepare minutes, documentation, specifications and technical reports, and review such material generated by others. Assist with preparation of contract specifications and bid documents. + Monitor construction activities to assure contractual compliance. Perform field measurements and calculations to verify quantities and quality of completed work. + Supervise or coordinate the work of consultants, engineering technicians, drafters and other support staff as required for specific assignments, and within the guidelines provided by the Manager. + Represent TriMet at various interagency meetings as a technical representative. + Provide technical services in support of the Rail Systems Engineering workgroup This includes work related to the design, construction, maintenance and operations of rail signaling and train control systems and system elements including the traction power system, the system-wide electrical system, the grounding system, and the communication system. + Coordinate civil and systems engineering and construction matters for contractors, utilities, and other public/private agencies. Assist with establishing formal agreements with various outside agencies. + Develop, design and produce criteria, engineering standards, requirements, specifications, and drawings for all aspects of rail systems. + Evaluate the functional feasibility, design, and reliability of various rail systems, equipment, and hardware associated with the existing and future MAX systems. Coordinate with other Tri-Met engineers, staff and consultants to insure compatible designs. + Review and evaluate engineering designs prepared by consultants or other agencies to ensure adequacy, completeness, economy, operational feasibility, and maintainability. Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality, of assigned work. Position Requirements A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, General Engineering or a related field is required. Four (4) years of total credited experience.* Four (4) years of experience as a fully competent engineer are required. A license is not required. Three (3) years of experience in an area directly applicable to systems design, inspection, or construction management of rail systems projects are required. A Professional Engineer registered and licensed in the State of Oregon is preferred. Possession of current/valid Class "C" license issued by Oregon or Washington; ability to pass a driving record check meeting TriMet driving record standards. Or any equivalent combination of experience and training.* The amount of credit a candidate receives for prior years of experience is based on the relevancy of that experience to the required or preferred prerequisites of the job description. Experience is prorated based on hours worked. LRHR assigns and validates the "credited experience". Selection Criteria Type of Position / Grade / FLSA Grade 17, Exempt, Non-Union, Full-Time. Salary Range Minimum: $107,725.00 Maximum: $161,586.00 Salary offers will be determined by a candidate’s education, training and relevant experience. Any final offer of employment will fall within the range stated above. For transparency, we choose to list the full available grade range, however, TriMet’s salary administration process will ultimately determine the final salary offered. Selection Process Candidates will be selected based at a minimum on the result of: 1. Application Review (please include: Cover Letter and Resume) 2. Panel Interviews 3. Reference Check Supplemental Information Make sure you describe in detail how your education, training and work experience fit with this role. You are encouraged to attach a resume, cover letter, training certificates and/or letters of recommendation with your application. You are permitted five attachments of less than 5MB each. Internal applicants: Information in your personnel file will not be used in lieu of information requested on your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. If you are a qualified veteran and would like to apply for veterans' preference points, you will need to reflect your status on the application and attach supporting documentation at the time of application submission. If you need accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act for any part of the application process, contact our Human Resources staff at 503-962-7505, or the TTY line at 7-1-1. Note that we require a minimum of two workdays' notice prior to the need for accommodation. TriMet is an equal opportunity employer, committed to developing an organization that is reflective of and sensitive to the needs of the diverse community we serve, including veterans, the elderly, and individuals with disabilities. ADA Statement As applied to the workplace, applicants and employees must be qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. Essential functions may include required job functions performed infrequently as well as production standards related to the quality and quantity of work. If a person with a disability could meet job qualifications with a reasonable accommodation, TriMet will work with the employee to accommodate the need. If TriMet's accommodation is effective in allowing the employee to perform the essential functions of the job, it need not be the employee's preferred accommodation .