Program Lead - CM​/CI

paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

RK&K is seeking a Program Lead - CM/CI to drive the execution of large-scale rail and transit capital programs throughout the Mid-Atlantic. This executive-level role is ideal for a seasoned professional with public sector experience who understands the complexities of delivering major transit infrastructure projects and can effectively lead various teams of construction management (CM) and construction inspection (CI) experts at a programmatic level.

As the CM/CI Program Lead , you will oversee multiple high-profile projects, working closely with transit agencies, freight railroads, funding partners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. You will serve as a trusted advisor , providing strategic direction, risk management, and quality assurance to keep critical infrastructure projects on track.

This opportunity can be anywhere where RK&K has an office.

• Provide program-level leadership for multimillion-dollar rail and transit capital projects, ensuring alignment with agency objectives, funding requirements, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the primary client interface, leveraging deep agency knowledge to navigate project complexities, stakeholder engagement, and funding compliance.
• Oversee multiple CM/CI teams managing the construction of rail alignments, transit centers, bus rapid transit (BRT) corridors, maintenance facilities, and station infrastructure.
• Lead contract administration efforts, including oversight of DBE participation, risk management, and contractor performance.
• Manage program-wide risk assessments and proactively resolve claims, schedule delays, and change order negotiations.
• Ensure FTA/FRA/DOT compliance on federally funded projects, including adherence to reporting requirements for Capital Investment Grants (CIG), New Starts, and Small Starts.
• Coordinate across multiple agencies, railroads, and municipalities to resolve construction conflicts and advance project approvals.
• Develop and execute staffing strategies for large CM/CI programs, ensuring the right expertise is in place for project success.
• Provide executive-level reporting and program controls, tracking key performance indicators, budgets, and milestones.
• Mentor and develop senior staff, positioning the firm as a leader in transit construction management.