New

Project Manager

Bay Area Rapid Transit
$157,647.00 - $238,835.00 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan, pension
United States, California, Oakland
300 Lakeside Drive (Show on map)
Feb 17, 2026
Marketing Statement Ride BART to a satisfying career that lets you both: 1) make a difference to Bay Area residents, and 2) enjoy excellent pay, benefits, and employment stability. BART is looking for people who like to be challenged, work in a fast-paced environment, and have a passion for connecting riders to work, school and other places they need to go. BART offers a competitive salary, comprehensive health benefits, paid time off, and the CalPERS retirement program. Job Summary Pay Rate Non-Represented Pay Band-E09 Annual Salary: $157,647.00 - $238,835.00 Note: The negotiable salary offer will be between $157,647.00/annually - $206,013.00/annually, commensurate with experience and education Note There is currently one (1) vacancy in the Office of Infrastructure Delivery (OID) for Capital Projects within either the Facilities group or the Right of Way (ROW) group. However, this job announcement will be used to establish a list of eligible candidates for additional vacancies that may arise within the next six (6) months. Reports To Senior Manager of Engineering Programs Current Assignment The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District (BART) is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to lead complex, high-visibility initiatives that support the District's mission to deliver safe, reliable, equitable, and forward-thinking transit service to the Bay Area. This position plays a critical role in advancing capital improvement and infrastructure modernization efforts that directly impact daily ridership and long-term system performance. The current assignment focuses on managing multi-phase transit projects within BART's Capital Program, with an emphasis on system rehabilitation, state of good repair, technology upgrades, and operational efficiency improvements. Projects may include station modernization, traction power and train control upgrades, communications systems, facilities improvements, and other infrastructure investments aligned with BART's strategic priorities. The Project Manager will be responsible for the full project lifecycle, including planning, scope development, budgeting, scheduling, procurement coordination, construction management oversight, and project closeout. This role requires close collaboration with engineering, operations, maintenance, safety, finance, procurement, external contractors, and regional stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and safety standards. Key operational priorities for this assignment include: Managing consultant and contractor performance and deliverables Mitigating service impacts through coordinated construction planning Ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local funding requirements Supporting sustainability, resilience, and climate adaptation initiatives Integrating equity considerations into capital project delivery Driving innovation in project management tools, technology, and practices Advancing critical infrastructure rehabilitation and modernization projects Strengthening project delivery processes, controls, and reporting transparency Success in this role requires strong leadership, technical project management expertise, and the ability to navigate a complex public sector environment while maintaining alignment with BART's operational needs and community commitments. The most qualified candidates for this position will have highly developed competencies in the following area, which will be reinforced with related work experience and will be clearly articulated during the selection process: Experience in managing multiple capital projects Scope/Schedule/Budget/Quality/Environmental compliance, and Safety experience Experience with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) compliance or similar agency requirements Construction Management certification preferred Professional Engineering certification preferred Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred This assignment offers the opportunity to shape the future of one of the nation's premier transit systems while delivering projects that keep the Bay Area moving. This is a capital position and is subject to time and funding limitations. Application & Selection Process* All applicants must apply online at www.bart.gov/jobs. Applicants needing assistance with the online application process may receive additional information by calling the Talent Acquisition Division at (510) 464-6112 oremployment@bart.gov. All applicants are asked to complete the application in full, indicating dates of employment, all positions held, hours worked, and a full description of duties. Applicants are invited to electronically attach a resume to the application form to provide supplemental information but should not consider the resume a substitute for the application form itself. Applications must be complete by the closing date and time listed on the job announcement. Applications will be screened to ensure that the minimum qualifications are met. Those applicants who meet minimum qualifications will then be referred to the hiring department for the completion of further selection processes. The selection process for this position may include a skills/performance demonstration, a written examination, and a panel and/or individual interview. The successful candidate must have an employment history demonstrating reliability and dependability; provide copies of certificates, diplomas, or other documents as required by law, including those establishing his/her right to work in the U. S. Pre-employment processing will also include a background check. (Does not apply to current full-time District employees unless specific job requires additional evaluations). Examples of Duties Manages and administers the District's professional services agreements and construction contracts; ensures projects are delivered on-time, within scope and budget, and troubleshoots and resolves complex challenges in all aspects of project closeout. Provides recommendations for action and assists in the development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies and procedures in assigned project areas. Plans, organizes, assigns, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned District and contract staff; manages and directs the work of contract consultants. Directs or participates in the preparation and review of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates; ensures specifications and contract requirements comply with District standards and policies. Identifies equipment or systems needs on assigned projects; evaluates functional requirements; reviews vendor and manufacturer design and specifications on project equipment and materials; coordinates equipment procurement and testing activities; oversees equipment installation. Oversees contractor and consultant contracts; develops scope of work; prepares request for proposal; reviews proposals and makes recommendation on selection; assists in contract negotiation and preparation; monitors work activities to ensure compliance with contractual obligations. Tracks and evaluates future project technical needs, and coordinates capital funding challenges and improvements. Serves as the project liaison with other divisions, departments and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves project issues. Provides responsible staff assistance for higher level management staff on projects and related matters. Prepares and presents reports. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of engineering design and construction. Minimum Qualifications Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field from an accredited college or university. Experience: Five (5) of (full-time) professional verifiable experience in construction management, engineering project management or related experience. Substitution: Additional professional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for- year basis. A college degree is preferred. Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of: Principlesandpracticesofengineeringdisciplinesinassignedprojectarea Principles and practices of engineering design and construction in assigned project area Principlesandpracticesofprojectmanagement Principlesandpracticesofcontractadministration Principles and practices used in the preparation of designs, plans, specifications and cost estimates Principlesandpracticesofstrategicplanning Methodsandtechniquesofcoordinatingandschedulingprojectwork Methodsandtechniquesofcontractnegotiation Principlesandpracticesofprocurement Principlesandpracticesofbudgetdevelopmentandadministration Principlesofsupervision,trainingandperformanceevaluation Currentofficeprocedures,methodsandequipmentincludingcomputers RelatedFederal,Stateandlocalcodes,lawsandregulations Skill/Ability in: Managing,supervisingandcoordinatingassignedprojects Developing and implementing project goals, objectives and procedures Planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating the work of professional staff and contract consultants Planning, organizing, scheduling, monitoring and reviewing project work Managingprojectdesignconceptsandsolutions Managingandreviewingprojectbudgetanalysis,calculationsandcostestimates Preparingdesigns,plans,specificationsandcostestimates Directingorconductingcontractnegotiations Conductingfieldinspections Developingandadministeringprojectbudgets Analyzingproblems,identifyingalternativesolutions,projectingconsequencesofproposedactionsand implementing recommendations in support of goals Interpreting and explaining established policies and procedures for assigned District projects Preparingclearandconcisereports Operatingofficeequipmentincludingcomputersandsupportingwordprocessingandspreadsheet applications Communicating clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work Equal Employment OpportunityGroupBox1 The San Francisco Bay Area Rapid Transit District is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants shall not be discriminated against because of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and above), religion, national origin (including language use restrictions), disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), ancestry, marital status, military status, veteran status, medical condition (cancer/genetic characteristics and information), or any protected category prohibited by local, state or federal laws. The BART Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities or for religious reasons. Please advise the Human Resources Department of any special needs in advance of the examination by emailing at least 5 days before your examination date at employment@bart.gov. Qualified veterans may be eligible to obtain additional veteran's credit in the selection process for this recruitment (effective Jan. 1, 2013). To obtain the credit, veterans must attach to the application a DD214 discharge document or proof of disability and complete/submit the Veteran's Preference Application no later than the closing date of the posting. For more information about this credit please go to the Veteran's Preference Policy and Application link at www.bart.gov/jobs.