TriMet’s Rail Systems workgroup as part of the Design and Construction Department in the Engineering and Construction Division is looking for an experienced project manager to provide project management services and technical expertise to support team members of the Rail Systems Group, other TriMet projects or divisions. The Rail Systems Group is a high-performing and diverse group of subject matter experts and project managers, which are responsible for supporting TriMet maintenance with engineering support and project delivery related to traction electrification and train signal systems. This specific role will be responsible for a State Of Good Repair (SOGR), multi-year, multi-element project. The focus of this project is the replacement (design and construction) of traction power substation with minimal to no interruptions to Revenue Service. Other duties within the Rail Systems Group might be assigned upon completion of this project, or if the Agency’s priorities change. 

In addition, this position will manage internal stakeholders, like MOW, as well as external partners and stakeholder, like local AHJ and utility providers.

As well as perform project management and engineering duties as a fully competent and accomplished project manager and engineer in all conventional aspects of rail systems engineering.

This position has a moderate level of independence, judgement, and autonomy. Assignments may require independent evaluation, analysis, selection, adaptation, and modification of standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to successfully design and deliver assigned projects. This role works under limited supervision from a Department lead and/or Manager and requires the ability to exercise sound independent judgement within established guidelines. All work is done under the supervision of a licensed professional in the State of Oregon.

A Degree in Electrical Engineering is highly valued for this position. 

This role requires being onsite a minimum of three (3) days per week.

Reliable in-person attendance is an essential function of all positions. TriMet is an in-person first organization, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration, customer service, and safe and efficient operations. Some positions may be able to work up to two days remotely depending on department policy, business needs, and manager discretion.

Ensure a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance through effective leadership, training, role modeling and implementing practices that demonstrate safety is a fundamental value and a priority in all aspects of work.  

Serve as a good steward of TriMet by regularly utilizing our transit system to maintain a strong and current understanding of customers’ experiences and of TriMet’s product and service offerings.   

Forbes Magazine recently ranked TriMet as one of the top five places to work in Oregon! TriMet is ranked the number one Oregon-based employer in the state, as well as the top “Transportation and Logistics” employer in the state. 

 

Essential Functions

 

1. Provide project management services in administering and managing Systems Design and Construction contracts. Perform tasks as assigned including, but not limited to: Design reviews, submittals, schedule updates, RFIs, monthly pay requests, change order estimating and resolution.
2. Prepare minutes, documentation, specifications and technical reports, and review such material generated by others. Assist with preparation of contract specifications and bid documents.
3. Monitor construction activities to assure contractual compliance. Perform field measurements and calculations to verify quantities and quality of completed work.
4. Supervise or coordinate the work of consultants, engineering technicians, drafters and other support staff as required for specific assignments, and within the guidelines provided by the Manager.
5. Represent TriMet at various interagency meetings as a technical representative.
6. Provide technical services in support of the Rail Systems Engineering workgroup This includes work related to the design, construction, maintenance and operations of rail signaling and train control systems and system elements including the traction power system, the system-wide electrical system, the grounding system, and the communication system.
7. Coordinate civil and systems engineering and construction matters for contractors, utilities, and other public/private agencies. Assist with establishing formal agreements with various outside agencies.
8. Develop, design and produce criteria, engineering standards, requirements, specifications, and drawings for all aspects of rail systems.
9. Evaluate the functional feasibility, design, and reliability of various rail systems, equipment, and hardware associated with the existing and future MAX systems. Coordinate with other Tri-Met engineers, staff and consultants to insure compatible designs.
10. Review and evaluate engineering designs prepared by consultants or other agencies to ensure adequacy, completeness, economy, operational feasibility, and maintainability. Manage scope, schedule, budget, and quality, of assigned work.

Four (4) years of total credited experience.*  

Three (3) years of experience in an area directly applicable to systems design, inspection, or construction management of rail systems projects are required.

Possession of current/valid Class "C" license issued by Oregon or Washington; ability to pass a driving record check meeting TriMet driving record standards.

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