Professional Engineer / Project Manager, Rail Transit

Ready to lead projects that move people and shape cities? At TKDA, we’re looking for a licensed Professional Engineer who’s not just passionate about infrastructure—but energized by the opportunity to lead transformative transit projects in Seattle and across the country. Who We Are TKDA is a 100% employee-owned engineering, architecture, and planning firm with over a century of experience. Since 1910, we’ve built a reputation for trusted relationships and sustainable solutions. Our multi-disciplinary teams work together to solve real-world challenges with creativity, precision, and purpose. Our Rail Team From Class I freight lines to commuter rail systems, TKDA’s Rail Division delivers comprehensive engineering services that keep communities connected and commerce moving. We manage new construction, complex renovations, and multi-disciplinary design efforts for both public and private clients. Our engineers are known for their technical expertise, collaborative spirit, and commitment to excellence. Your Role as Project Manager As a Project Manager, you’ll be the driving force behind multi-disciplinary rail projects—leading civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical design teams from concept to completion. You’ll manage project frameworks, coordinate deliverables, and ensure seamless communication across disciplines. You’ll also guide construction administration and project reviews, ensuring every milestone meets client expectations and budget goals. Join Our 100% Employee-Owned Firm At our company, every employee is an owner. From the front desk to the corner office, every one of our 430+ professionals thrive on collaboration and holistic development. Our success is collective, and so are the rewards. Comprehensive Benefits Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from day one Annual Incentive Plan: Eligible for discretionary bonuses HSA Contributions: Receive monthly employer contributions if you choose an HSA-eligible plan 401(k) Match: Get employer matching on your 401(k) deferrals ESOP: Benefit from our Employee Stock Ownership Plan, funded entirely by company profits Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO based on your professional experience and enjoy eight paid holidays per year Upon receiving a formal offer, you will get a personalized Total Compensation Overview (TCO) to see how everything adds up and what it looks like to be part of our community. *Pre-Employment Screening* Upon acceptance of a conditional offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to complete a standard pre-employment background screening, which consists of Social Security verification, educational verification, review of criminal convictions, and driving history. *Notice to Recruiters and Placement Agencies* TKDA will not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or placement agencies unless a service agreement is in place. In the event TKDA receives an unsolicited resume without a service agreement in place, TKDA will not be obligated to pay a service fee of any amount nor will TKDA be held liable to terms or conditions under any agreement of any kind that has not been authorized in writing by a TKDA officer. What You’ll Do Lead multi-disciplinary design teams for transit and rail infrastructure projects. Manage project schedules, budgets, and deliverables from proposal through closeout. Coordinate across engineering disciplines to ensure cohesive design and execution. Conduct project reviews during preconstruction, prebid, and construction phases. Oversee construction administration and client coordination. Support business development efforts, including client engagement and proposal development Required Qualifications Professional Engineer (PE) license in the State of Washington. Experience managing transit or infrastructure projects, ideally within the rail sector. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to lead diverse teams and build trusted client relationships. A proactive mindset and a passion for delivering impactful solutions

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