Principal Project Manager - Transportation

Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

Mott MacDonald is seeking a Principal Project Manager to join a large rail program in Boston, MA. This would be a leadership role on the PMCM team supporting the delivery of a diverse portfolio of projects that represent a capital investment of over $5B, strategically aligned to modernize the oldest subway in America. Projects are in various stages including planning, studies, concept development, design and construction.

This position is specifically located at our downtown project office, working directly with the client in a dynamic environment. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
As a Deputy Program Manager, you will be responsible to assist the Program Manager in execution of all team tasks and related resourcing. Provide hands-on execution of work production and coordination between functional and project teams, ensuring excellence and consistency for client deliverables. Monitor team performance and lead the production of various reporting and communications to the client, stakeholders and oversight. Support the client as needed. Provide on-site coverage and leadership while the Program Manager is off site, including assuming the role as primary point of contact with the client.
 

Responsibilities may include: 

• Planning, organizing, coordinating, and working with technical and management groups in the delivery of a range of transportation projects that align to larger program strategy.
• Managing project staff and subconsultants to keep projects on budget and schedule and within agreed upon scope. 
• Supervise the development of and compliance with program processes and procedures.
• Managing logistics related to a project office, resources and related team needs.
• Developing and presenting deliverables to clients for status, updates, recommendations, and reporting to a political board, sub-committees or public. 
• Lead weekly senior management meetings.
• Managing contracts, including reporting, invoicing, development of task orders and change orders/ amendments.
• Working with Resident Engineer in support of design work.  
• May need to take on Design Manager or Lead Engineer roles on large projects.
• Establishment and execution of plans for account management and business development. 
• Managing, coordinating, and developing client proposals and interviews.
• Participating in the establishment of short- and long-term plans for the transportation sector. 
• Through your project efforts and involvement in industry activities, developing and maintaining client relationships to help grow the business. 
• Actively participating in and supporting internal and external development and training activities.

Candidates are required to have at least 15 years of progressive experience in managing teams either in major municipal infrastructure projects through permitting, construction, and close-out or in transportation operations. Candidates are required to possess the following:

• Minimum 15 years of project management experience
• Education background in Engineering
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Work experience in project planning and development
• Ability to independently manage all aspects of a project
• Ability to develop and control project scope
• Ability to develop and maintain project budgets
• Ability to develop and review project schedules
• Ability to develop and use data management tools with analytic reporting
• Ability to adapt and respond effectively to project issues and challenges
• Ability to set and manage project expectations and team culture
• Ability to effectively facilitate project team and client meetings
• Skilled in reviewing and coordinating the preparation of construction documents
• Ability to effectively monitor and coordinate construction activities with the various project stakeholders
• Must be knowledgeable in CEQA/NEPA
• Ability to effectively negotiate and prepare change orders
• Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• Proven history of winning transportation projects greater than $5M in revenue

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! 

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance. 

The expected salary for this position is $179,000 - $219,000. Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills. 

Equality, diversity and inclusion

We put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

Equal employment opportunity is the law. 
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.

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