Transit Engineering Senior Project Manager

About the Team

Huitt-Zollars, Inc. is a privately held, 100% employee-owned Architectural and Engineering firm established in 1975. With locations in over 20 sites across 10 states, our vision is to improve the environment in which we live, work, and play. As co-owners, our employees collaborate closely to listen to client and community needs, delivering world-class professional services in planning, engineering, architecture, and construction management.

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager/Associate Vice President to lead our transit and rail infrastructure efforts from our Dallas, Texas office. This role is pivotal in supporting both regional and nationwide pursuits, bridging the gap between technical design excellence and strategic business growth.

In this position, you will serve as the primary leader for multidisciplinary transit and rail projects, guiding track and rail design teams through plan production and specification development. Your day will involve overseeing project execution to ensure quality, schedule adherence, and profitability while managing complex relationships with key transit agencies and rail clients such as Dallas Area Rapid Transit, Trinity Metro, and BNSF Railway. Beyond project delivery, you will actively cultivate client relationships, lead proposal strategies, and mentor junior engineers to foster a culture of performance excellence.

Work Environment

This role is based in our Dallas, TX location, operating out of a Class A office space. The office features a state-of-the-art gym at no cost, covered parking, and a food court, providing a modern environment for collaboration and productivity.

Hiring Process

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. We do not sponsor H1-B or other work visa petitions. Please note that Huitt-Zollars does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters without a previously signed agreement.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Huitt-Zollars is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis, including race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, or any other legally protected status. Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the company will make reasonable accommodations to assist in the application process upon request. We also adhere to federal regulations requiring affirmative action for qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.