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Transit Project Manager

Utah Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM)

Salt Lake City, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 30 Jun 2026

About the role

Transit Project Manager

The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is seeking a motivated, collaborative, and results-driven Transit Project Manager to join our Transit Division. This is an incredible opportunity to shape the future of Utah's multimodal infrastructure and lead high-profile passenger rail advancements.

About the Role

This position plays a vital role in delivering the FrontRunner Forward Program, with an immediate focus on the FrontRunner 2X (FR2X) project, and a long-term focus on managing fixed-guideway projects across Northern Utah. The FR2X project will expand double-track rail, a new station in Bluffdale, build new maintenance facilities, and procure new transit sets—significantly strengthening Utah’s transit rail backbone.

The Partnership: UDOT is leading the FR2X effort in close, historic cooperation with the Utah Transit Authority (UTA). UDOT will spearhead design and construction, while UTA will serve as the final owner and operator.

Reporting directly to the FR2X Project Director and working alongside UDOT Executive Leadership, you will help chart the course of action to deliver these landmark projects.

Position Information

Here is some important information about this position:

Salary Range: $46.67 - $74.06
FT/PT Status: Full Time
Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service (12 month probationary period)
Location: Calvin Rampton Building – 4501 South 2700 West, Taylorsville, Utah
Work Schedule & Travel: Occasional evening or weekend work to meet project demands.
Recruiter: Jill Barela I jbarela@utah.gov I 385-202-4484
Application Deadline: 07/21/2026

Key Responsibilities

As a Transit Project Manager, your specific duties will include:

Lead Stakeholder Integration: Drive seamless coordination between UDOT, the Progressive Design-Builder (PDB), UTA, Maintenance Facility, and Vehicle manufacture to ensure rapid, proactive resolution of preconstruction issues.
Manage External Partnerships: Coordinate with third-party entities, utilities, municipalities, and community stakeholders to advance program goals and build consensus.
Contract Development: Assist in developing, negotiating, and implementing the Phase II Construction Contract for the FR2X progressive design-builder, as well as contracts for rolling stock and facility modifications.
Ensure Compliance: Oversee strict adherence to federal contract requirements, FTA Capital Investment Grant (CIG) standards, and overall project plans.
Project Controls: Closely monitor budgets, schedules, and risk registers to ensure quality outcomes and on-time delivery.
Strategic Advisory: Provide critical, data-driven input for successful program delivery and long-term FrontRunner corridor improvements.
Executive Reporting: Prepare and deliver clear, concise project updates and presentations to executive leadership and oversight boards.

Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must possess:

Licensure: Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) in the State of Utah.
- Note: Out-of-state licensees must obtain reciprocity with Utah prior to their official start date.
Experience: A minimum of two (2) years of professional engineering experience following initial PE licensure.
Licensing: A valid driver's license.

Preferred Qualifications

Our ideal candidate is someone who possess:

Direct experience working on federally funded transit or rail projects (FTA/FRA).
Proven track record coordinating complex projects with local governments, public utilities, and large, diverse stakeholder groups.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

In order to be successful, the following are essential:

Exceptional communication, and organizational skills to bridge gaps between technical teams and executive leadership.
A proactive, self-starting mindset—equally capable of driving independent tasks and thriving within a highly collaborative, matrixed team environment.

Why You Should Join Our Team

A Mission That Matters – At UDOT, our mission is to “Enhance quality of life through transportation." We help the travel