Project Manager-Systems Rail Transportation

Salary : $114,493.00 - $171,739.00 Annually
Location : San Carlos, CA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 00000110
Division: Rail
Department: Rail Development
Opening Date: 04/07/2025
Closing Date: 4/27/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

General
The Project Manager, SystemsRail Transportation reports to the Manager, Research & Technology. This position provides project management for capital projects relating to rail communications and signals systems for the PCJPB (Caltrain).
Caltrain systems include communications systems such as the voice and data communications systems, fiber, microwave and WIFI systems, Caltrain Signal systems include grade crossings and train dispatch system.
Essential Functions & Duties

• Manage the scope, schedule, and budget for Caltrain System's projects.

• Support project lifecycle phases (planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.

• Act as a liaison with assigned project engineers and consultants to ensure compliance with standards.

• Coordinate with stakeholders to address project-specific objectives and deliverables.

• Provide day-to-day oversight and directives for consultants, engineers, and construction teams.

Examples of Essential Duties:

• Manage the projects with all aspects of project delivery, including developing the scope, prepare cost estimates, schedule, and budget management.

• Prepare reports and presentations for management, stakeholders, and governing boards.

• Collaborate with project engineers and consultants to ensure compliance with Caltrain's technical standards.

• Resolve project issues, including contract negotiations and coordination with external partners.

• Monitor project progress and prepare updates for Management to ensure alignment with project goals.

• Negotiate and resolve project issues.

• Track project progress against established schedules and budgets, identifying and reporting potential delays or cost overruns.

• Perform all job duties and responsibilities in a safe manner to protect one's self, fellow employees, and the public from injury or harm. Promote safety awareness and follow safety procedures in an effort to reduce or eliminate accidents.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Sufficient experience, training and/or education to demonstrate the knowledge and ability to successfully perform the essential functions of the position. In lieu of a degree, work-related experience that demonstrates the skills and experience necessary to perform this role will be accepted. Development of the required knowledge and abilities is typically obtained through but not limited to:

• Bachelor's degree in Transportation Planning, Engineering, Computer Science or related field.

• Four (4) years full-time experience in project management of technology or systems projects such as Information Technology, Control, Mechanical, Electrical, or Communication systems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in public transportation or transit project management.

• Possess strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

• Experience working in or with a public agency.

• Possess strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

• A valid California Drivers' license is required and a safe driving record or the ability to obtain one in six months.

• This position requires your ability to be onsite.

The selection process may include a panel interview, written and skills test assessments, or supplemental questions. Only those candidates who are the most qualified will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to continue in the process.
How to Apply

• Complete an online employment application by 11:59 p.m. of the listed closing date. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of the application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts in the recruitment/examination process to accommodate applicants with disabilities upon request. If you have a need for an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department.
• We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive and welcoming workplace environment. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Minorities, Women, Persons with Disabilities and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Below is a summary of the comprehensive benefits provided to District full-time employees:

Health and Welfare Benefits:

• Healthcare Benefits -District employees are offered a choice of healthcare providers under the CalPERS Health Benefits Program. The District will contribute ninety (90) percent towards monthly premiums for full-time employees. Fifty (50) percent for part-time employees.
  
• Free Dental and Vision Benefits provided - Employer Covers Premiums
  
• Free Employee Assistance Benefit - Employees are entitled to 5 face-to-face sessions or telephonic or web-video consultations for problem-solving support per incident, per calendar year.

• Flexible Spending Accounts - Pre-tax dollars to pay for qualified Health or Dependent Care expenses.

Retirement Medical Benefits:

• Long Term Disability Insurance - After 90 days of total disability, Administrative full-time employees are eligible for 60% of monthly income covered by the District.
  
• Health and Wellness - Gyms located at most work locations and discounted Weight Watcher Membership Option.

Holidays and Paid Time Off:

• Paid Time Off - Newly hired employees accrue 6.5 hours bi-weekly when hired (if Exempt 8.25 hours). As you move up in years of service credit, the rate of the amount of PTO accrued will also increase.
  
• Paid Holidays - The District provides seven paid holidays throughout the year - New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day (July 4th), Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day
  
• Floating Holidays - District employees can earn up to five (5) floating holidays.

Financial Planning Benefits:

• Pension Benefits through CalPERS -You must have a minimum of 5 years of service to be eligible for this pension.

• CalPERS PEPRA vs. Classic - All employees hired on, or after January 1, 2013, are considered PEPRA members and will contribute 8% of their salary up to the maximum IRS cut-off. All Classic members will contribute 6%
  
• Deferred Compensation Options - Select to contribute to one or both of our Tax Deferred Compensation Options
  
• Reliance Standard Life Insurance with 100% premium paid by the District - 1 times annual salary of employee - max $200,000
  
• Optional Life Insurance - Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves and their eligible family members.

Growth and Education Benefits:

• Professional Development - Access to LinkedIn Learning and San Mateo County's professional training. District Tuition Reimbursement Program - A maximum of $5,250 per year for courses related to your job or career goals with the District.
  
• Computer Loan Program - Interest-free two-year loan with a maximum amount of $2,000.

Other Amazing Benefits:

• Credit Union - Employees and family members are eligible to join the San Mateo Credit Union and Patelco Credit Union.
  
• Employee Clean Commute (ECC) - Car/Van poolers and Public Transit riders receive a monthly reimbursement.
  
• Commuter Benefits - Free Employee Parking; Free Bus Pass for employee as well as children/spouse; Clipper Card/Go Pass Program for Central employees.

For union employees, all of the above benefits are subject to the employee's Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits listed are also subject to change with or without notice and are subject to contract/provider terms and conditions.