Senior Technical Manager, Transit and Rail Engineering

Senior Technical Manager, Transit and Rail Engineering

WSP USA is seeking a multifaceted candidate to fill the Senior Technical Manager position on our Transit and Rail team in Washington, DC. The proven leader will have experience leading cross‑functional teams and meeting target KPI metrics for large programs. The role requires leadership and business development support throughout the region and strong technical knowledge. The right candidate will work collaboratively to reinforce our strategic vision across the region, working closely with area experts to identify growth areas, opportunities and pipeline pursuits.

The ideal candidate will lead both technical programs and develop the analytical skills necessary to drive overall business forward.

• Lead major programs for key public sector clients
• Scope development, scheduling, client management, and invoicing
• Assemble teams in a matrixed environment
• Serve as a technical project manager for transit design projects
• Coordinate with other directors/leaders to ensure consistent technical standards and applications on projects
• Prepare technical memoranda and management reports
• Support internal business management processes
• Practice building, mentorship and skill development of professional staff
• Manage multi‑discipline technical teams to deliver projects to clients
• Develop and manage a portfolio of design and construction management work in the transit and site development industries
• Facilitate large working meetings both internally and with external clients

• 10+ years of experience in the transit and rail sector
• Bachelor’s degree in civil or structural engineering
• Licensed engineer (PE) in DC, MD or VA
• Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills
• Critical strategic and creative thinking skills
• Self‑motivated, well‑organized, and works well with others
• Local to the DC/Northern Virginia/Maryland area and available to work in office/on‑site regularly

• Proficient in track and structural design
• Active in local professional organizations
• Master’s degree in engineering or related field
• Licensed in all three local jurisdictions: DC, MD, VA
• Technical experience includes major local agencies

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career, including coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for bereavement, voting and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary: $130,100 - $205,040 (all locations)

WSP USA is the U.S. operating company of WSP, one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms. Dedicated to serving local communities, WSP USA designs lasting solutions in the buildings, transportation, energy, water and environment markets, partnering with clients to help communities prosper. With over 15,000 employees in more than 300 offices across the U.S., WSP USA offers a flexible and agile workplace model and a comprehensive benefits suite.

WSP USA (and all of its U.S. companies) is an Equal Opportunity

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