Job Description

Arcadis is seeking a Senior Transit Architect with subject matter expertise in transit related design, management and contract/construction administration – specifically LRT and heavy rail. The ideal candidate must have a proven track record leading complex transit facility and infrastructure projects from start to finish. This role offers the chance to shape the design of large-scale transit facilities and transit-oriented developments, with opportunities for local, national, and international work. 10+ years of experience required managing multi-disciplinary teams, serving as the client liaison, and solving complex challenges with creative, elegant solutions; 5+ years of recent and relevant LRT and rail building experience. If this is of interest to you, please submit a design portfolio showing an array of projects with a focus on rail and large transit-oriented development for consideration.

Most of the Things You’ll Work On:

USA Transit Architecture Division with focus on rail design, management and contract/construction administration projects. Diverse LRT and rail experience (freight and commuter rail preferred).
Lead and manage large, complex projects and project teams.
Shape the design principles that drive projects from conception through execution.
Collaborate with practice leaders and colleagues as part of the senior design and leadership team to foster a culture of design excellence within Arcadis’ Transit Architecture Studio.
Assist with Transit related Business Development (BD).
Develop one-year, two-year, three-year business plans collaboratively with the Transit practice leads.
Strengthen a transit-focused design practice in the Northeast USA (NY or MA preferred) that can support other regions from the outset.
Mentor and develop emerging transit professionals
Hybrid work opportunity. Proximity to Arcadis local office preferred with ideal candidate being in-office 3-4 days per week.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience:

New York architecture registration required. NCARB preferred.
University Degree in Architecture required
10+ years of relevant experience in an architectural studio
At least 5 years of experience leading complex transit projects and managing large, multidisciplinary teams.
Experience with Transit or P3 public-facing projects preferred.
Proven track record managing executive-level business relationships.
Demonstrated experience with key clients including (but not limited to): MTA, Long island Railroad, Amtrak, Septa, New Jersey Transit, Metro North, MBTA, etc.
Proficient in all phases of project development, from conceptualization to detailed execution.
Strong knowledge of zoning and building codes. MA and/or NY specific regulations preferred.
Expertise in specifications, value engineering, and construction administration.
Highly organized, capable of managing team priorities, time, and deadlines across multiple projects.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Motivated self-starter with the ability to work independently and within a team.
Analytical problem solver with a desire to mentor and inspire others.
Desire to grow, mentor, and inspire a team
Experience in rail, transit station design, transit-oriented developments, and working with local agencies is a plus.
Skilled at leading large, multidisciplinary teams, including remote members.

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $125,000 - $175,000 year (depending on years of experience and location).

Why Arcadis?

We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyones contribution matters. It’s why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together.

You’ll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you’ll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you.

Together, we can create a lasting legacy.

Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law

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