CBTC Program Manager

About the Role

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have delivered solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee‑owners.

This opportunity entails managing the effective and profitable delivery of end‑to‑end PMC services for a key client, a complex program, or combinations of programs valued at $1B or more. We are seeking a highly experienced CBTC Program Manager to lead the successful delivery of a major Communications‑Based Train Control (CBTC) program. This brownfield implementation requires deep expertise in integrating advanced technology into an existing, operational transit system.

You will oversee the full lifecycle of the CBTC program from strategy and specification development through contractor selection, design, testing, commissioning, and revenue service cutover. You will be the central point of contact for the client, building strong relationships across operations, maintenance, engineering, and executive leadership. This position requires relocation to the Pacific Northwest.

• Act as the client’s agent in delivering complex PMC services, including strategic planning, alternative delivery, innovative financing, procurement/contract management, risk management, project controls, quality management, construction management, project closeout, and operations/maintenance.
• Routinely resolve difficult issues of significant financial impact, assessing and managing risk on behalf of the client.
• Identify opportunities to advance HNTB’s presence and revenue opportunity in the PMC space, leveraging the firm’s national reputation to pursue and land new business.
• Serve as a nationally well‑known expert, representing HNTB with state and national industry organizations.
• Interact with executive‑level government or public officials and/or executive‑level clients on advanced program matters often requiring coordination between organizations.
• Define staffing needs for service delivery and provide direction and oversight to Project Managers, other staff, client staff, and subcontractors.
• Display awareness and understanding of the political environment and sensitivities in which a program is being delivered.
• Lead the HNTB team in understanding client perspectives and vision of success while keeping staff connected to firm culture.
• Develop a deep understanding of the full range of HNTB services and firm‑wide resources.
• Lead the development of client service action plans and client project reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 15 years of relevant experience.

• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Communications Engineering, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 10 years of a combination of proven program management and/or senior PMC roles, managing or leading a team in successful delivery of PMC projects, and alternative project delivery experience.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license.

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Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Denver, CO;
New York, NY;
San Jose, CA;
Seattle, WA (Downtown);
Washington, DC

Approximate pay ranges:
New York $233,014 – $465,271;
California Bay Area $291,268 – $465,271;
Greater Seattle $267,966 – $428,050;
Colorado $256,315 – $409,439;
Washington DC $267,966 – $428,050.

The anticipated last day to apply is 03/30/2026. The job may be unposted prior to this date if the position is filled or no longer needed.

HNTB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or agencies. Any staffing/employment agency that submits an unsolicited resume will have the applicant’s resume become the property of HNTB. Staffing agencies with fee agreements must submit applicants to the designated HNTB recruiter to be eligible for placement fees.