Senior Project Manager, Rail​/Transit

TKDA has been moving people and communities forward for 115 years, and we're not slowing down! As a 100% employee‑owned engineering firm, we're looking for a Senior Project Manager to lead our growing Transit practice in Seattle and help us expand our impact across the region. This isn't just another project management role. You'll be the technical authority on complex rail and transit projects while building something meaningful in one of the country's most dynamic transportation markets.

Tues­day – Thurs­day in‑office | Monday & Friday WFH

• 10+ years of leading large multi‑disciplinary projects
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or related engineering discipline with 5+ years of experience in transit, rail, or transportation infrastructure projects, including stations, maintenance facilities, and electrical systems
• Proven project management expertise with demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects, manage budgets and timelines, coordinate multidisciplinary teams, and deliver projects from concept through construction support
• Strong technical background in transit/rail engineering, including knowledge of industry codes, standards, and best practices for railroad and rail transit infrastructure, with experience in design development, specifications, and quality assurance reviews
• Leadership and mentoring experience with the ability to direct and develop junior engineering staff, provide technical guidance, and foster professional growth within project teams
• Business development skills and client relationship management experience, including proposal preparation, marketing support, and ability to build relationships that drive practice growth in competitive markets

• Professional Engineering license in the state of Washington
• Professional project management credential or equivalent training

At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards.

• Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one
• Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses
• HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA‑eligible plan
• 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals
• ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits
• Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year

Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community.

Pre‑Employment Screening*:
The selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre‑employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history.

Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies*: TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer.

The listed salary range reflects base pay for candidates with 10-20 years of related experience. Compensation may vary based on experience, qualifications, and responsibilities. Candidates with more years of experience are encouraged to apply.