CBTC Project Manager

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WSP is currently initiating a search for a CBTC Project Manager for our Washington DC office.

Define scope of project, with full responsibility for interpreting, organizing, and executing project assignments for CBTC signaling system.

• Provide advice and guidance within rail systems on systems engineering and systems integration.
• Apply advanced engineering methods, techniques, and analyses to provide CBTC-related technical solutions.
• Develop technical designs, plans and functional/performance requirements, specifications, interfaces, test procedures and other documentation for Signal, CBTC and other Advanced Train Control Systems based on client needs and requirements.
• Support CBTC system implementation schedules and cost estimates.
• Review technical designs and submittals to assess against quality metrics and compliance with specifications and standards.
• Prepare plans and procedures for the transition of the client's operations, maintenance and control center functions from the existing train control system to CBTC.
• Identify and communicate industry best practices, and trends through presentations and white papers.
• Identify and assess technical risks and propose mitigations.
• Has working knowledge of related industry systems engineering standards, processes and best practices.
• Support client in developing strategies for procurement, design, implementation, systems integration and long‑term maintenance of signal, train control and rail systems.
• Working knowledge of and the ability to apply proven industry standards such the IEEE 1474 and/or CENELEC.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision‑making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline.
• 15+ years of relevant post‑education experience in engineering, prior transit and rail experience, and infrastructure design.
• Engineer license required (multi‑state preferred).
• Experience in the delivery and design of large‑scale projects metro and rail projects.
• Experience in CBTC technology.
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies.
• Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs.
• Occasional travel may be required depending on project‑specific requirements.

• Master’s Degree in Engineering.
• Strong experience in managing the review and approval of documents and discipline‑specific deliverables, certifications, processes, and plans in a multi‑project environment is highly desirable.

WSP provides a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on providing health and financial stability throughout the employee’s career. These benefits include coverage related to medical, dental, vision, disability, and life; retirement savings; paid sick leave; paid vacation (or other personal time); paid parental leave; and paid time off for purposes of bereavement, voting, and/or attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Expected Salary (all locations): $190,800 - $350,000

WSP USA is providing the compensation range that the company in good faith believes it might pay and offer for this position, based on the successful applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, abilities in addition to internal equity and specific geographic location. WSP USA reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and…