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Project Manager, Signal Systems
E-J Electric Installation Co.New York City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 19 Jul 2026
💰 $165,000/yr($130,000/yr – $165,000/yr)
About the role
About E-J:
The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $300 million. With over 4,000 employees across 31 offices, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power, renewable energy, clean energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, data centers, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. To learn more, visit www.ej1899.com.
Title/Role: Project Manager, Signal Systems
Division: Large Specialty Projects
Location: Long Island City, NY, with approximately 30% travel to Boston, MA, or Boston, MA-based 100%
Reporting to: Senior Project Manager, Signals
Position Description:
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead vital signal systems scope on transit and rail infrastructure projects. The role covers wayside signal systems, interlockings, train control and PTC interfaces, signal power, and integration with adjacent transit systems including communications and traction power. The Project Manager owns the signal scope end to end: signal subcontractor and OEM supplier management, signal design coordination, schedule, cost, submittals, procurement, and testing and cutover support, while serving as the primary interface to the client and operating railroad. Work is executed in active railroad environments under public agency contracts, and the role requires strong documentation discipline and the ability to resolve technical and contractual conflicts before they affect the schedule.
What You'll Do:
The E-J Group is active in all facets of electrical contracting, bringing experience, expertise, and a national reputation to projects that range in size up to more than $300 million. With over 4,000 employees across 31 offices, E-J delivers full-service electrical solutions for rail systems, transit facilities, office buildings, hospitals, power, renewable energy, clean energy, co-generation facilities, roadway and outdoor specialty work, airports, industrial facilities, data centers, chip plants, universities, sports stadiums, extra high voltage distribution, utility, and gas infrastructure. At E-J, three generations of family expertise have built an organization that combines practical knowledge with modern technological innovation, providing rapid and efficient solutions for today’s lighting, power, energy, and communication needs. E-J has over a 125-year reputation for integrity, quality, and exceptional service in the electrical field. To learn more, visit www.ej1899.com.
Title/Role: Project Manager, Signal Systems
Division: Large Specialty Projects
Location: Long Island City, NY, with approximately 30% travel to Boston, MA, or Boston, MA-based 100%
Reporting to: Senior Project Manager, Signals
Position Description:
We are seeking a Project Manager to lead vital signal systems scope on transit and rail infrastructure projects. The role covers wayside signal systems, interlockings, train control and PTC interfaces, signal power, and integration with adjacent transit systems including communications and traction power. The Project Manager owns the signal scope end to end: signal subcontractor and OEM supplier management, signal design coordination, schedule, cost, submittals, procurement, and testing and cutover support, while serving as the primary interface to the client and operating railroad. Work is executed in active railroad environments under public agency contracts, and the role requires strong documentation discipline and the ability to resolve technical and contractual conflicts before they affect the schedule.
What You'll Do:
- Manage the vital signal supplier and integrator subcontract and any train control or PTC scope, including scope exhibits, division-of-work matrices, and pass-through of prime contract terms
- Own the signal scope matrix. Track and resolve division of work between the vital signal integrator, the train control provider, and E-J as installer and balance-of-system contractor
- Coordinate signal design submittals and review cycles, including circuit plans, control line diagrams, cable plans, signal layouts, and bonding and grounding
- Manage installation of wayside signal scope including signal cases and houses, switch machines, derails, track circuits, impedance bonds, insulated joints, signal cable and duct, and signal power distribution and standby power
- Identify conflicts between signal specifications, drawings, and equipment appendices, and drive them to written client resolution early
- Coordinate signal scope with adjacent transit systems including communications, traction power, and mechanical and controls systems
- Create and manage cost-loaded project schedules, milestones, and deliverables tied to the program baseline and assigned WBS control accounts
- Procure and coordinate signal materials and long-lead equipment. Track lead times against milestone dates and escalate exposure
- Develop project budgets, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving measures when possible
- Prepare and negotiate change orders. Maintain contemporaneous notice and documentation consistent with prime contract notice provisions
- Coordinate signal testing and commissioning, cutovers, and force account and flagging windows with the client and operating railroad
- Attend and run project meetings & liaise with field supervision
- Provide regular project updates to clients and stakeholders, informing them of project status, risks, and milestones
- Maintain accurate project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, test records, as-builts, and project closeout documents
- Address any project-related issues, conflicts, or delays promptly and effectively, seeking solutions that maintain project progress
- Identify areas of process improvement and implement best practices to enhance project efficiency and profitability
- Minimum of 5 years of project
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