Move forward with us! At NJ TRANSIT, you'll join us in transforming the third-largest transportation agency in North America. We are committed to delivering safe, reliable service that gets customers to their destinations on time–and we're looking to hire talented folks with a commitment to excellence to make it all possible.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Senior Director, Contracts and Claims with the negotiation of complex contracts required to implement capital projects.
• Drafting of agreements with commuter and freight railroads required for major capital investment projects and NJ TRANSIT’s capital program.
• Evaluates and ensures compliance with State and Federal requirements affecting CP&P.
• Analyzes and comments on the implementation of State and Federal statutory proposals and requirements.
• Reviews and facilitates CP&P’s positions on real estate transactions for use of NJ TRANSIT rail properties by railroads and other third parties.
• Draft and negotiate power sharing and power transfer agreements with public utilities, railroads and third parties.
• Reviews contracts including indemnification and insurance issues between third parties, including other railroads, public utilities, municipalities and other transportation agencies.
• Drafts agreements with third party entities such as utilities, public entities and other public agencies/authorities as required carrying out the work of CP&P projects.
• Monitors the collaboration with the Risk Management, Procurement, Real Estate, Environmental and legal liaisons within and outside NJ TRANSIT on behalf of CP&P to implement capital projects.
• Assists with the negotiation of Rights-of-Way (ROW) and railroad acquisitions and potential condemnation of property.
• Assists in the formulation of the standard RFP provisions for design and construction contracts including the scope and technical approaches necessary for the design, construction and ROW acquisition for CP&P projects.
• Prepares materials for training sessions for NJ TRANSIT staff on contracts, environmental matters, real estate and title issues, indemnification, etc.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Liberal Arts, Business Administration or related area or equivalent
• Three (3) years of applied experience in the drafting and negotiation of public construction and railroad agreements desired
• Juris Doctor strongly preferred and may be substituted for three (3) years of applied experience.

At NJ Transit you will enjoy a competitive salary and excellent benefits package:

• Comprehensive Family Health Insurance – Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Leave
• Tuition Assistance
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits Plan
• Retirement Plans
• 401(a) - Retirement plan with a 6% employer contribution
• 401(k) - Retirement saving plan with up to an 3% company match
• 457(b) - Deferred Savings Plan

At NJ TRANSIT, diversity and inclusivity are vital to our success as we are committed to hiring individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and veteran status. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join our team.