Assistant Project Managers WMATA

M&J Engineering, P.C. is a reputable provider of multi-discipline consulting services with over 300 employees. Since 2004, it has grown into a diversified provider of engineering, construction management, construction inspection, technology, and environmental services for a broad range of clients, including federal, state, and local agencies, private owners, architects, engineers, and contractors. M&J Engineering specializes in construction management and inspection, ITS, mechanical, electrical, wastewater, water supply, tunnel, airport, port, marine/coastal, environmental engineering, and design-build services for both new infrastructure projects and renovations.

We are seeking an assistant project manager with transportation industry experience to support WMATA within the Washington, DC Metro area. This role is ideal for candidates with previous or current WMATA experience or similar experience with a major transportation authority. The responsibilities include:

• Serving as WMATA's representative for assigned task orders across all project phases.
• Ensuring all tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Engaging in planning, staffing, scheduling, budget management, quality control, safety, and coordination of subcontractors and internal staff.
• Managing stakeholder relationships.
• Developing project scopes, preparing reports, maintaining schedules and budgets, and ensuring quality reviews.
• Identifying scheduling and cost variances and recommending corrective actions.
• Resolving issues with contractors promptly to keep projects on schedule and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have:

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• At least five (5) years of experience in transit and transportation projects.
• At least three (3) years of experience working on a multiple task order contract.
• Successful completion of OSHA 10-Hour Construction Course.
• Knowledge of project management principles, practices, and techniques.
• Knowledge of project controls, including critical path method scheduling and budget control systems.
• Ability to independently organize and execute assignments with minimal supervision and lead professional personnel.
• Effective communication skills.
• WMATA experience is preferred.

Salary Range: $100,000 - $115,000 annually.

Apply through this site or send your resume to recruit@mjengineers.com.

M&J offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, and more. We value experienced professionals committed to proactive client service, safety, quality, and teamwork. Salary is commensurate with experience and credentials. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected categories. We actively seek to recruit and develop a diverse workforce through our Affirmative Action Plan.