[Remote] Freight Rail Client Team Leader / Senior Project Manager, Transit and Rail - Remote

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. David Evans and Associates, Inc. is a company focused on navigating modern transportation challenges through innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Freight Rail Client Team Leader / Senior Project Manager to contribute to project management and business development efforts in their Transit and Rail Group, playing a vital role in shaping infrastructure projects from conceptualization to execution.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Market Development: Identify and evaluate new market opportunities in alignment with the team. Develop and implement strategies to target and pursue specific new clients and projectsBusiness Development: Manage full lifecycle relationships with clients, selling all DEA services across business units. Develop new business, lead cross-unit selling, forecast sales, and stay updated on client technology trendsClient Management: Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring high client satisfaction, conducting experience surveys, and representing the DEA Difference. Lead client contract negotiations. Serve as a high-level point of contact between the client(s) and DEAProject Management: Act as principal-in-charge or project manager as needed, monitor project manager performance, coach other PMs on client expectations. Manage contractual responsibilities and mitigate project risks. Ensure clients receive timely, budget-conscious, high-quality project deliverables that meet or exceed industry standardsLeadership and Mentoring: Manage, lead, and mentor junior engineers and project managers, fostering their professional growth and supporting them in delivering high-quality project contributionsTeam and Resource Leadership: Lead pursuit staffing and partner decisions, make go/no-go decisions, and oversee revenue forecasting and client profitabilityPerform other duties as assignedSkillsBachelor's degree in civil engineering or a related engineering fieldProfessional Engineer (PE) licenseMinimum of 10 years' experience in civil engineering design, with a focus on freight rail land development projects. Experience within the railroad engineering industry and familiarity with railroad design guidelines, specifications, and design criteriaStrong ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in a team-oriented environmentAbility to travel periodically for client visits, business development and project workExperience with delivering projects for UPRR, BNSF, CPKC, NS and/or industry railProven track record in winning and delivering projects and building transportation businessAn attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned cultureProficiency with Microsoft Office software and communication toolsExcellent communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational traits. Strong technical writing abilities, and effectiveness in presenting to clients and the publicAbility to plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and techniciansAbility to serve DEA and our clients as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specializationBenefitsComprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life InsuranceFinancial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributionsProfessional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities.Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday PayWork Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off!Retirement: 401k planWellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community healthGrowth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancementCompany OverviewSince its founding in 1976 in Portland, Oregon, DEA has become a recognized leader for progressive and sustainable design and management solutions for complex transportation, land development, energy, and water projects nationwide. It was founded in 1976, and is headquartered in Portland, Oregon, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://www.deainc.com.Company H1B SponsorshipDavid Evans and Associates, Inc. has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 1 in 2025, 12 in 2024, 3 in 2023, 4 in 2022, 3 in 2021, 4 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.