Project Controls Specialist

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over 3,000 employees throughout the Americas, Asia, and Europe, the firm provides support on projects of varying size and complexity. Together, we enhance conventional designs with smarter, more resilient systems. We provide people with better mobility. We steward precious resources by finding more sustainable solutions.

We are seeking a Senior Project Controls Specialist to work for our PMCM group on various rail and transit projects. The client requires 4 days onsite in Alexandria.

• Collaborate with WMATA departments and external stakeholders to develop and maintain detailed schedules supporting track outages and maintenance projects.
• Conduct site visits and pre‑construction surveys to assess field conditions, ensuring construction activities do not conflict with existing WMATA assets.
• Lead deconfliction meetings to address risks associated with work near active transit facilities, minimizing service disruptions and safety hazards.
• Coordinate and track design submissions, construction plans, and schedule updates from internal teams and third‑party contractors, ensuring compliance with WMATA standards and safety requirements.
• Implement Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and progress tracking tools to monitor adherence to timelines and identify schedule variances.
• Prepare and distribute progress reports to stakeholders and executive leadership, enhancing project visibility and supporting informed decision‑making.
• Review track outage requests and preventive maintenance activities to minimize impacts on service.
• Report on project and track outage status, issues, and recommended resolutions.

• BS in Engineering, Architecture, Construction Management, or related field.
• 8+ years of project scheduling experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Certifications with PMI or AACEI are also preferable.
• Strong oral and written communication skills required.
• Proficiency with MS Office programs required.
• Client focused, always striving to give clients the best solutions.

TYLin is committed to pay equity. The base compensation range for this position is $150,000 - $180,000 annually. Additional rewards may include comprehensive medical, disability, and life insurance coverage, continuing education benefits, paid time off, employee assistance program, and a retirement savings plan with company matching contributions.

TYLin is an equal‑opportunity employer, and we prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type as protected by federal, provincial, state or local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. The company and its employees are required to comply with all local health authority, legal or lawful client requirements.