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Jacobs is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager with a passion for and strong background in Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems to lead complex transit projects from concept through design across the Mid-Atlantic and East Region. This is an opportunity to serve as a subject matter expert (SME), guiding clients and internal teams on innovative transit solutions that improve mobility and sustainability.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will bring your knowledge, experience, and ability to lead technical experts and apply innovative solutions in planning, design, construction, and operations to tackle transit challenges.

When you join us, you’ll be responsible for the following:

•Lead BRT Projects: Manage all phases of BRT projects, including feasibility studies, planning, and preliminary design.

•Subject Matter Expertise: Serve as the go-to resource for BRT design standards, operational strategies, and emerging innovative solutions

•Client Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with transit agencies, municipalities, and stakeholders within the Mid-Atlantic and East Region

•Leadership: Mentor and lead other transit staff and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, on-time, and on-budget projects.

•Technical Oversight: Provide guidance on corridor planning, station design, traffic operations, and integration with multimodal systems.

•Quality & Compliance: Ensure adherence to FTA guidelines, local regulations, and industry best practices.

At Jacobs, we’re redefining what’s possible in transportation. As a Senior Project Manager focused on Bus Rapid Transit, you’ll have the opportunity to lead transformative projects that improve mobility, sustainability, and equity in communities. You’ll collaborate with visionary teams, leverage cutting-edge technology, and bring innovative solutions to life—making a lasting impact on how people move and connect. Join us and help shape the future of transit.

•Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or related field.

•Substantial experience in transit planning and design, with a focus on BRT projects.

•Previous project management experience on transit projects.

•Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities, including working with communities affected by transit projects.

Ideally, you’ll also have:

•Master’s in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning or related field.

•Previous business development experience leveraging deep understanding of transit agency priorities

Jacobs is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law. Learn more about your rights under Federal EEO laws and supplemental language.