Transit Project Manager

Full Job Description

UDOT will be leading the FR2X effort in close cooperation with the Utah Transit Authority (UTA). UDOT will lead the design and construction and UTA will be the final owner and operator. This key position will work closely with FR2X Project Director and UDOT Executive leadership to chart a course of action to deliver these key projects. This is an EM1 Position.

Following a successful Full Funding Grant Agreement from the Federal Transit Administration on the FR2X project, this position will transition to working on fixed guideway transit projects across UDOT Regions 1, 2 and 3 that utilize state monies.

Principal Duties
As a Transit Project Manager, you will:

• Lead coordination between UDOT, the progressive design-builder, and UTA to ensure timely preconstruction issue resolution.
• Coordinate with third parties, municipalities, and other stakeholders to advance program goals.
• Assist in developing and implementing Phase II construction contract for FrontRunner 2X progressive design-builder.
• Oversee compliance with federal contract requirements, FTA capital investment grant standards, and project plans.
• Support the development and execution of contracts for rolling stock and facility modifications.
• Provide strategic input for successful program delivery and long-term FrontRunner improvements.
• Monitor preconstruction budgets, schedules, and risks to ensure quality outcomes and timely delivery.
• Prepare and present updates to project leadership.
  

Minimum Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must have all of the following:

• Must be currently registered as a Professional Engineer (PE) in Utah.
• Have a minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following licensure as a PE.
• Have a valid driver's license.
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of federal contracting and compliance standards.
• Possess excellent communication, facilitation, and organizational skills.
• Be a proactive self-starter capable of working independently and in a collaborative team environment.
  

Preferences
Preference may be given to those with at least one of the following:

• Previous work on federally funded transit projects.
• Experience coordinating with local governments, utilities, and large stakeholder groups.
  

Supplemental Information
Please review these important details:

• Travel: May involve occasional evening or weekend work to meet project demands.
• Work Environment
  • Working Conditions: This position primarily involves work in a typical, climate-controlled office setting that is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated. Standard office safety practices (e.g., safe use of equipment, observing fire regulations) apply.
  • Physical Requirements: The work is largely sedentary (sitting comfortably to perform work). However, the role may require some walking, standing, bending, carrying light items, or driving a vehicle.
• Note: Employee may be reassigned to different locations based on the needs of the Region Director or Group Leader.

Why Should You Join Our Team?

The work we do matters. If you want to make a positive difference doing meaningful work, this is the right place for you.

Our mission statement is, “Enhance quality of life through transportation.” We define quality of life through a framework of Good Health, Connected Communities, Better Mobility, and Strong Economy.

We help the State of Utah and its traveling public to get to where they want, when they want, in the way they want -- and we make sure they can do it safely.

You will become part of a team with an internal culture of Trust, Teamwork, and Flexibility. Our organization lives by the values of Respect, Integrity, and Caring. If these are your values too, you'll be a great fit.

Aside from working for a cause-driven, cutting edge agency that is leading all other transportation departments in the nation, you will receive great health and retirement benefits.

Working for the State of Utah provides a positive work-life balance. Click here to view a summary of the benefits we offer.

The Agency

UDOT is a strengths-based organization, which means its approach is based on identifying and developing individual and organizational strengths.

Our philosophy is to address challenges by bringing our strengths to each situation and create the best solutions.

Candidates are encouraged to be familiar with their strengths and consider how they may potentially be of benefit to the roles for which they are applying.

UDOT uses the Clifton Strengths Assessment, but there are multiple strengths assessment tools available online, and no formal assessment is required.

For more information on the Utah Department of Transportation, please click here.