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Engineering & Operations Coordination Manager

Gannett Fleming
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parental leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
7133 Rutherford Rd Ste 300 (Show on map)
Jun 13, 2025
What You Will Do: GFT is seeking a motivated and organized Engineering & Operations Coordination Manager to join our Transit & Rail group in Baltimore, MD. This is a hybrid position, requiring regular onsite presence at client offices and operational facilities. Working with the public transit team at GFT means shaping the future of transportation, delivering projects that improve mobility, safety, and accessibility for millions of passengers nationwide. Specializing in rail systems, bus rapid transit, and zero-emission mobility solutions, our experts combine deep technical knowledge with innovative thinking to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of transit networks. Together, we're transforming urban landscapes, reducing environmental impact, and connecting communities through state-of-the-art public transportation infrastructure. Explore some of our signature public transit projects here. What you'll be challenged to do: The Engineering & Operations Coordination Manager will serve as a liaison between engineering program teams and rail operations personnel, supporting the successful integration of heavy maintenance activities within a multi-year capital program. This role is critical to improving communication, minimizing service disruptions, and advancing a lifecycle-driven approach to asset management. In this capacity, the successful candidate will be responsible for the following: Gather and document operational and maintenance requirements to inform the development of long-range heavy maintenance programs. Support the integration of rail maintenance activities into the agency's 5-year capital delivery plan. Track and monitor scheduled maintenance work to ensure alignment with strategic priorities. Facilitate coordination between maintenance, operations, and engineering teams to optimize scheduling and resource use. Assist with the service impact analysis process, helping to evaluate the effect of maintenance on service delivery and secure operational approvals. Develop and maintain communication protocols and documentation to support interdepartmental coordination. Support documentation and records management in accordance with agency standards. Provide guidance to maintenance teams initiating or managing mode-led projects. Participate in work block planning and operations coordination meetings. Perform other related duties as needed to support program success. Education \| Experience: What you will bring to our firm: Minimum 2 years of experience in transit rail infrastructure planning, operations, maintenance coordination, or related fields. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Project) and Adobe Acrobat. Ability to manage multiple priorities and produce quality results under tight timelines. Organized and detail-oriented, with strong follow-through. Experience and/or knowledge of Maryland State laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Eligible to work in the United States. What we prefer you bring: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Planning, or Project Management preferred. Prior experience coordinating across rail operations and maintenance departments. Understanding of lifecycle asset management or long-term capital planning. Familiarity with work planning, scheduling, or service impact processes in a transit environment. PMP certification is a plus. Experience working with or supporting Maryland-based transit agencies is highly desirable, especially familiarity with MTA's internal coordination practices. Compensation: The salary range for this role is $80,000 - $130,000. Salary is dependent upon experience and geographic location. Featured Benefits: Hybrid (in-person and remote) work environment. Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, wellness programs, parental leave, and pet insurance. Tax-deferred 401(k) savings plan. Competitive paid-time-off (PTO) accrual and paid holidays. Tuition reimbursement for continued education. Access to internal and external training and professional development programs. Incentive compensation for eligible positions. Company Overview: At GFT, a privately held AEC firm, we innovate where transportation, water, power, and buildings converge. We call this the Infrastructure of Life. We measure our success by the strength of our relationships - that's why we're the employer of choice for 5,000+ of the industry's brightest engineers, planners, architects, inspectors, designers, and more. Our clients choose us for our expertise and prefer us for our nimble approach, creativity, and personal touch. Backed by over a century's experience, together we're building a lasting legacy for future generations: stronger communities, a healthier planet, and better lives. GFT: Ingenuity That Shapes Lives GFT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veterans' status or other characteristics protected by law. Unsolicited resumes from third party agencies will be considered the property GFT. Location: Baltimore, MD Core Business Hours: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Employment Status: Full-Time Salary Range: $80,000-$130,000 Salary dependent upon experience and geographic location "California Applicants" Applicants in the County of Los Angeles - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. Applicants in the City of San Francisco - Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Applicants in the State of California - Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act. Gannett Fleming does require the successful completion of a criminal background check for all advertised positions. #LI-ML2 #LI-Hybrid