Project/Construction Manager – Bus Rapid Transit (BRT)

Trueline's client, a growing transportation and infrastructure consulting firm supporting major public transit initiatives, is seeking a Project/Construction Manager - Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) to join their team in the Seattle, Washington area. This is a highly visible opportunity to lead complex transit infrastructure projects while helping expand the firm's long-term presence in the Pacific Northwest market.

What You'll Do as the Project/Construction Manager - BRT:

• Lead construction-phase execution for Bus Rapid Transit and transportation infrastructure projects
• Manage schedules, budgets, contractor performance, quality control, and project coordination activities
• Collaborate with engineering teams, transit agencies, municipalities, contractors, and operations stakeholders
• Support operational readiness and transit service implementation efforts
• Identify and resolve field construction issues related to scope, schedule, safety, constructability, and cost
• Oversee stakeholder communication and maintain strong relationships across public and private project teams
• Coordinate procurement activities, risk management efforts, and project reporting
• Represent the company as a key regional leader supporting long-term market growth initiatives

Must-Haves as the Project/Construction Manager - BRT:

• 5 years of project or construction management experience within transportation, infrastructure, heavy civil, or public works projects
• Strong experience managing active construction operations and contractor coordination
• Background supporting complex infrastructure or transit-related programs
• Knowledge of project delivery methods, scheduling, construction processes, and contract administration
• Experience working with public agencies, municipalities, or transit authorities
• Strong communication, leadership, stakeholder management, and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities and project stakeholders

Nice-to-Haves as the Project/Construction Manager - BRT:

• Direct Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project experience
• Experience supporting rail, transit, or public transportation infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with Washington State transportation regulations and permitting requirements
• Heavy civil or utility infrastructure experience
• Experience working within the Pacific Northwest market
• Background in civil engineering, construction management, or transportation systems

Our Client Offers:

• Base salary target of $140,000-$155,000 with flexibility for exceptional candidates
• Relocation assistance available
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with employer contribution
• Simple IRA with company match
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation time
• Paid volunteer day annually
• Long-term advancement opportunities into senior leadership roles
• Opportunity to help shape major transportation infrastructure growth initiatives in Seattle

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal-opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.