Senior Design Manager for Transit and Rail Facilities

GFT is seeking a Senior Design Manager for Transit and Rail Facilities to join our team. This role is for a leader who combines deep technical expertise with visionary leadership to guide multidisciplinary teams in shaping the next generation of transit facilities. This is a full-time role based in our New York or Newark office, with hybrid flexibility.

Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure.

Explore some of our signature public transit projects here.

What you'll be challenged to do:

The successful candidate will lead multidisciplinary teams in the design and delivery of complex transit and rail facility projects across North America.

In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

* Leading the design and coordination of large-scale transportation infrastructure including rail yards, maintenance facilities, and passenger stations.

* Overseeing project schedules, budgets, and quality assurance processes

* Serving as the primary client liaison and point of contact for major transit agencies.

* Directing teams and subconsultants on Rail Facilities and Maintenance and design-build contracts.

* Preparing and reviewing technical reports, design packages, and procurement documents.

* Supporting business development and proposal efforts for transit and rail facility projects.

* Mentoring junior staff and fostering a collaborative team environment.

* Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

* Coordinating with stakeholders, contractors, and public agencies.

* Facilitating design quality assurance and constructability reviews.

* Managing all phases of project delivery from planning through close-out

What you will bring to our firm:

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Architecture

* Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect

* 15 years of experience in transit and rail facility design and project management.

* Proven experience with MTA, NJ Transit, Amtrak, and other major transit agencies.

* Ability to manage large, multidisciplinary teams across multiple projects.

* Proficiency in project delivery for design-build contracts.

* Strong leadership, communication, and client management skills.

* Experience with facility modernization and accessibility upgrades.

* Skilled in interpreting and applying engineering standards and specifications.

* Strong organizational and time management skills.

* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet client deadlines.

* Experience with stakeholder engagement and public involvement.

What we prefer you bring:

* Master's Degree in Engineering or Architecture

* PMP Certification

Compensation:

The salary range for this role is $190,000-$240,000

Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location

Featured Benefits:
• Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits package including wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance, in addition to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan.
• Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual.
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education.
• Commitment to professional development, access to internal and external training programs, and support of active participation in professional organizations
• Incentive compensation for eligible positions.

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