Manager Rail Infrastructure Construction - Electrical
Job in
Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, 07175, USA
Listed on 2026-01-24
Listing for:
NJ TRANSIT
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-24
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Operations Manager, Civil Engineering, Quality Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Manager Rail Infrastructure Construction - Electrical
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Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets our customers to their destinations on time and we’re looking to hire talented folks with a love of learning to make it all possible.
Roles and Responsibilities- Develops construction scope and budget. Manages construction of capital projects with in-house forces and/or with outside contractors.
- Manages field supervision for the coordination of the construction of capital projects. Ensures construction is consistent with applicable safety and construction codes and established standards and AREMA guidelines.
- Coordinates capital project work and track outages with Rail line management and transportation disciplines that may be impacted. Assists line management with technical and personnel support, as required.
- Reviews and comments on in-house design and specifications for the construction of capital projects and infrastructure improvements and programs.
- Prepares, reviews and approves various project reports, status reports and cost estimates,
- including approval of material and equipment requisitions and vehicle reports.
- Establishes standards for construction. Ensures standardized inventory, improved reliability,
- safety and customer satisfaction by improving performance of the operation.
- Represents the Infrastructure Engineering Department and NJ TRANSIT at meetings, presentation and regarding community relations issues, as required.
- Manages department needs, including all personnel matters. Provides direction to subordinates and establishes safety guidelines for work practices and procedures.
- Baccalaureate degree in Engineering or related area.
- One year of closely related experience can be substituted for each year of education required.
- Six (6) years of applied experience in electrical field within the Railroad, to include one (1) year of managerial experience.
- MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR OFF HOURS (NIGHTS/WEEKENDS) PROJECT MANAGEMENT AS NEEDED.
- Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Life Insurance
- Tuition Assistance
- Retirement Plans
- 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
- 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
- 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan
NJ TRANSIT is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Seniority level- Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
- Employment type
Full-time
- Job function
Engineering, Project Management, and Management - Industries Electrical Equipment Manufacturing, Government Administration, and Engineering Services
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