Stantec

Transit and Rail Project Manager – Account Manager

Stantec

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Los Angeles • California • United States

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Salary

💰 $141,500 - $227,600 per year

Job Level

SeniorLead

About the role

  • Perform project management duties on transit and transportation projects, including client and subconsultant coordination, schedule and budget management, and quality control.
  • Serve as the primary client contact on assigned projects, ensuring client needs are met in a timely and cost‑effective manner.
  • Lead and be responsible for the preparation and delivery of technical documents, including engineering drawings, reports, cost estimates, specifications, and construction support deliverables.
  • Maintain project budgets, establish cost controls, manage project schedules, and support monthly billing and forecasting.
  • Organize, coordinate, and supervise the work of multidisciplinary technical teams, guiding projects to successful completion.
  • Ensure projects meet applicable agency standards and requirements and adhere to Stantec’s QA/QC and Project Management frameworks.
  • Coordinate with internal peer reviewers and discipline leads to ensure technical excellence and consistency.
  • Liaise with public agencies, stakeholders, and partners to support project approvals, permits, and successful delivery.
  • Support account management efforts for LA Metro and other Southern California transit agencies, aligned with Stantec’s Win, Do, Manage, and Grow pillars.
  • Contribute to the development and execution of account plans, including client engagement strategies, pursuit planning, and relationship management.
  • Maintain and strengthen relationships with client project managers, technical staff, and leadership within California transit agencies.
  • Participate in regular account team meetings and coordination efforts to align project delivery and growth strategies.
  • Support proposal and pursuit activities, including scope development, fee estimates, schedules, and client interviews.
  • Identify opportunities for cross‑discipline collaboration within the Transportation practice to better serve transit clients.
  • Track and support active and future opportunities within existing on‑call contracts and upcoming transit programs.
  • Maintain awareness of client priorities, capital programs, and procurement approaches relevant to California transit agencies.
  • Establish, nurture, and support collaborative project delivery processes across disciplines.
  • Coach and mentor project team members to support professional development and high‑quality delivery.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Work in a manner that protects the health and safety of Stantec employees, clients, and the public by following company HSSE policies.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience managing transportation or transit projects for public agencies.
  • Strong understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality management.
  • Proven ability to build and maintain positive client relationships. An established network of client relationships with LA Metro and other local and regional transit agencies is a requirement.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to clients and stakeholders.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
  • Experience supporting business development and pursuit activities is preferred.
  • Knowledge of California public agency procurement and delivery processes is an asset.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Engineering, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in transportation or transit project delivery.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license in California, or ability to obtain within a reasonable timeframe, is preferred but not mandatory.
Benefits
  • Career development resources to expand your skills, enhance your expertise, and grow your career.
  • Ability to work alongside others who share your passion to support communities through exciting and unique projects.
  • Ability to join Stantec committees, employee resource groups, participate in community volunteering, and join various company or local groups/initiatives.
  • We put people first and want to help you make that appointment or event that you need to attend. At Stantec, we have a hybrid, flexible work schedule that meets both business and individual needs.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementengineering drawingscost estimatesspecificationsquality controlbudget managementschedule managementrisk managementbusiness developmentmultidisciplinary team coordination
Soft Skills
client relationship managementcommunication skillscollaborationcoachingmentoringorganizational skillsleadershipaccountabilitycontinuous improvementpresentation skills
Certifications
Professional Engineer (PE) licenseBachelor’s degree in Civil EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Transportation Engineering