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Whitman, Requardt & Associates, LLP Senior Rail and Transit Engineer in Washington, District Of Columbia
Responsibilities: The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Responsible for managing and delivering quality transit/rail services on-time, within budget and to the satisfaction of the clientPrepares and modifies reports, specifications, plans, schedules, environmental studies, and designs for projects. Serve as a technical resource leading a team providing rail track engineering and design services for clientsPrepare cost estimate, determine scope of work, and prepare proposals and contracts on projectsCoordinate and ensure completeness and accuracy of design effortUses design software to prepare engineering and design documents. Submits documents to federal, state, and local agencies for review and obtains permits required. Participates in Design/Build efforts including consulting with contractor/construction personnel concerning design constructability as related to field conditions, sequencing and scheduling of construction activities. Attends onsite and offsite client meetings.Serves as technical liaison with clients on project efforts and coordinates technical efforts within discipline areas. Evaluates need for design changes and makes appropriate recommendations. Participates in project scoping and fee estimating and proposal preparation, interviews, and negotiations. Reviews assigned project(s) after award to define project scope, determine work procedures/sequences and develops schedules and budgetsProvides coordination of project execution and control, in a given discipline area, to achieve continuity of purpose within scope, budget, and time schedules from initial start-up through project closeoutPerform design calculations and conduct investigative analyses toward completion of assigned design tasks, and direct preparation of design specificationsOrganize scheduling of specific tasks and assignmentsUses senior-level technical expertise to consider broad range of engineering solutionsResponsible for the discipline-specific planning, work distribution, and leadership and adherence to the schedule, and budget on complex or unusual engineering projectsRequirements: Bachelorandtrade;s degree in Civil Engineering 16+ years of track design experienceProfessional Engineer, P.E. in Maryland. DC and Virginia PEandtrade;s a plusDemonstrated knowledge of rail track design, management and implementation of transit/passenger/freight rail projectsFamiliarity with MDOT MTA, MDOT SHA, MDTA and other local agencies such as the City of Baltimore DOT a plusAdvanced knowledge of the practical application of engineering principles, practices, and techniques, including AREMA guidelinesDemonstrated experience in Microstation V8i, Inroads, and Open Rail Skill in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word and ExcelAbility to demonstrate strong attention to detailAbility to demonstrate strong organizational and time management skillsSelf-motivated and detail-orientedBenefits: WRA recognizes that employees play an important role in its success. Our commitment to full-time employees is reflected in the comprehensive benefits package we offer: Flexible work schedule optionsCompetitive salaryLeave accrual and paid holidaysHealthcare benefitsGroup Life Insurance, as well as additional optional life Insurance, short and long term disability insuranceFlexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursement401(k) Retirement PlanTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramParental and maternity leave benefits WRA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and complies with all applicable anti-discrimination laws.