Project Engineer — Transit Capital Projects

Job overview

The Project Engineer — Transit Capital Projects works onsite in Columbus, OH. Compensation is $93,953.60–$110,531.20 per year. The role advances COTA’s mission of “Moving Every Life Forward” through oversight of major transit capital projects.

What you'll do

• Administer and oversee Federal Transit Administration-funded capital projects through planning, design, construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout. Coordinate engineering, procurement, contracts, project controls, risk, compliance, and technical documentation
• serve as the owner’s engineering representative
• and work with agency departments, consultants, contractors, regulators, and other stakeholders.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

project engineer

transit capital projects

columbus oh

central ohio transit authority

fta-funded projects

civil engineering

capital infrastructure

construction oversight

project delivery

federal compliance

$93,953.60–$110,531.20 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, vision, dental, supplemental, and life insurance
• paid parental leave
• employee discounts
• COTA bus pass
• wellness initiatives
• tuition reimbursement
• student loan repayment program
• public pension through OPERS and Ohio Deferred Compensation.

Why this role

The position oversees complex transit capital projects with program values ranging from $25 million to $500 million and supports federal grant compliance.

About the employer

Central Ohio Transit Authority is hiring for this role. Industry: Bus and Other Motor Vehicle Transit Systems. Sector: 48.