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Manager, Engineering and Design

Valley Metro RPTA
Phoenix, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/25/2025 CLOSED ON 3/23/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manager, Engineering and Design position at Valley Metro RPTA?

The Manager, Engineering and Design is responsible for overseeing and managing Valley Metro's Engineering and Design Department which includes planning, design and construction of transit facility projects, such as bus and rail maintenance facilities, park-and-rides, transit centers, bus stop improvements and rail facility modernization, upgrades and rehabilitation. The Manager, Engineering and Design is responsible for managing the design standards, specifications and guidelines for rail corridors and transit facilities; along with design review of rail corridor projects; art program development and maintenance and urban design guidelines; right of way acquisition support; and coordination and design review of developer projects. This position reports to the Deputy Director, Construction and is a department within the Capital Development Division.


Why You Should Apply:

  • Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to improving public transportation and providing excellent customer service;
  • Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including membership in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS);
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development.


Are you ready to make an impact and help shape the future of public transportation? Apply today and become a vital part of our team!

Valley Metro is an Equal Opportunity Employer


Minimum Qualifications & Requirements


  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field
  • Five (5) years of applicable experience managing planning, design, and construction of capital projects; transit project experience highly desirable
  • Two (2) years of supervisory experience
  • Demonstrated ability to organize heavy and complex workloads, establish and adjust priorities, and accomplish objectives within established scopes, budgets, and schedules
  • Knowledge of design and construction regulations and standards
  • Must possess technical and procedural writing skills, as well as excellent verbal and presentation skills
  • Intermediate to Advanced computer skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties listed may be considered


Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process


Background Investigation:

Employment is contingent upon the results of a background check


Licenses and Certifications:

Registration as a Professional Engineer (P.E.) in the State of Arizona is desirable


To view the full job description, or to submit an online application, please click "Apply"

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