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The Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) is the sixth-largest transportation system in the U.S., connecting communities across a 2,200-square-mile service region. SEPTA is at the forefront of innovation in the transit industry, ensuring reliable and efficient services while driving economic growth in the Philadelphia region.

 

We are proud to be recognized as:

2023 FORBES Best in State Employer

Philadelphia Employer of Choice for 2024

 

We are seeking to hire a candidate for our Senior Project Managment Specialists (9106) - Bridges & Buildings/Construction Management position.    

 

Opening Date: 06/13/2025

Closing Date: 07/06/2025

Job Grade: SAM 40

Starting Salary: $95,524.00

Additional $5,000 salary increase for those with a Pennsylvania PE License

 

If you are looking to launch or advance your career with an organization that values innovation, growth, and real-world impact, SEPTA is the place for you! Join our dynamic team where innovation meets impact! We're seeking passionate applicants at all levels—whether you're just launching your career or bringing years of expertise to the table. As a SEPTA Employee, you will work on cutting-edge projects that push boundaries, solve real-world challenges, and shape industries. From design and development to implementation and optimization, you'll have the tools, mentorship, and freedom to make your mark. If you're driven by curiosity, thrive in collaborative environments, and are excited to turn bold ideas into reality, we want you on our team. Let’s build something extraordinary together!

 

  

OVERALL DESCRIPTION

The Senior Project Management Specialists will work on Bridges & Buildings Construction projects related to all engineering disciplines. Utilizing knowledge gained from previous project managment experience, this position is responsible for undertaking engineering/quality assurance assignments that are considered to be of "moderate complexity" in size and scope. This position is further responsible to provide support and direction for construction projects including the definition and coordination for enforcing the established inspection plans, and continuous improvement approaches to ensure activities are consistent with SEPTA mission values and goals.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with senior level engineer/supervision-quality assurance in project definition. 
• Exercises good judgment in application of construction management and quality assurance principles. 
• Generates written memoranda, technical reports, specifications, audits, etc. in a professional manner. 
• Complies with all Authority and departmental safety and security policies and procedures as well as all applicable job safety responsibilities. Reports any safety concerns, compromises or hazards affecting operations, the public, self and/or other employees. Responsible for personal safety and is encouraged to promote the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as assigned/required.

 

 

DISCIPLINE SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

• Documents for record all major Bridges & Buildings Construction Projects, and contracts made with any and all parties involved in the project. 
• Assists Project Engineering with preparation of reports relating to progress of the work and the Contractor's compliance with progress schedule, shop drawings, and other submittals. 
• Assists Engineering team in project management tasks. 
• Maintains documentation to record Contractor manpower and hours on the job site; weather conditions; data relative to work directive changes, change orders or changed conditions; list of job site visitors, daily activities, decisions, and observations in general. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree plus a minimum of five (5) years of diverse responsible construction management, project management and/or engineering experience required. 
• An equivalent combination of experience and education (i.e., two (2) years of related experience, equating to one (1) year of formal post high school education) may be considered in lieu of the above requirements.
• Excellent verbal, written and interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively required.
• Proficiency in the use of Project Management software (eBuilde