Project Director
US$217,000 – US$265,000 / yr base salary
Posted 21 Sep 2026
Advertised as “Project Director Transit”
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- Expected experience
- 20+ yrs
- Management level
- People management
- Employment
- Hybrid
| Base salary | US$217,000 – US$265,000 / yr |
|---|
Field of studyConstruction Management, Engineering, Planning, Project Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
CertificationsProfessional Engineer, Project Management Professional
Study levelMaster's
Mott MacDonald is seeking an experienced Principal Project Manager - Transit to manage the delivery of complex transportation and transit projects across the Pacific Northwest. This role will lead multidisciplinary teams, coordinate with public sector clients and stakeholders, and maintain accountability for project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
As a principal-level project leader within our transportation business, you will manage projects from planning through closeout, establish effective delivery and governance practices, and serve as a key client contact. You will work closely with technical, operational, and commercial colleagues to deliver safe, efficient, and high-quality outcomes aligned with client objectives.
This position offers the opportunity to lead meaningful transit investments, mentor project professionals, strengthen client relationships, and contribute to the continued growth of our transit practice.
Key Responsibilities
Project & Program Leadership
- Manage the delivery of complex transit and rail projects from initiation through closeout.
- Develop project management plans, delivery strategies, work breakdown structures, and performance objectives.
- Maintain accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, resources, and contractual obligations.
- Monitor project performance, lead issue resolution, manage change, and provide clear reporting and escalation.
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for transit agency and public sector clients.
- Build trusted client relationships through responsive communication, dependable delivery, and sound project management judgment.
- Work collaboratively with clients to understand business priorities and identify innovative solutions.
- Support strategic account planning and business development initiatives.
Commercial & Financial Management
- Monitor project financial performance, utilization, forecasting, and profitability.
- Ensure effective contract administration and commercial risk management.
- Manage scope revisions, contract modifications, and commercial discussions in coordination with project and commercial leaders.
- Promote sound project controls and reporting practices across the program.
Team Leadership & Development
- Lead and mentor project managers, technical leads, and multidisciplinary delivery teams.
- Foster a culture focused on collaboration, inclusion, safety, and professional development.
- Support resource planning, recruitment, onboarding, and the development of project management capability.