Project Executive - Transit & Rail

Company: Rosendin
Location: San Jose
Posted on: February 20, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Whether you're a recent grad or a seasoned professional, you can experience meaningful career growth at Rosendin. Enjoy a true sense of ownership as you work with a proven industry leader on some of the most exciting and high-profile projects in the nation. We offer a wide range of job opportunities, competitive compensation, full benefits, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and more. Why Rosendin? Committed. Innovative. Engaged. If you're looking to take your career to the next level and work with some of the best and brightest in the industry, we want to hear from you. Since our founding over 100 years ago, Rosendin has been driven to positively impact the communities where we live and work. We are an organization built on integrity and we have a culture that empowers people, embraces diversity, and inspires everyone to do their best. As one of the largest EMPLOYEE-OWNED electrical contractors in the United States, you will have the unique benefit of being a shareholder at a company that is experiencing tremendous growth and success. When our people succeed and fuel our success, we reward them. We'd love to have you as a shareholder! YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY: Senior-level leader with expertise in managing large-scale transit and rail infrastructure projects. Responsible for strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and successful delivery of complex transportation initiatives. Oversees project budgets, schedules, and compliance with regulatory standards while ensuring safety and quality. Builds strong partnerships with public agencies, contractors, and engineering teams to drive operational excellence and innovation. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Lead multi-million-dollar transit and rail projects from concept through completion. Actively manage the workload, professional development, and client development skills of project management staff. Promote positive customer relations by dealing professionally and fairly with all contractors, subcontractors and vendors, and continually instilling this philosophy in the project team with regard to safety, quality, customer service and profitability. Initiate, execute, and document a quality job start-up meeting for your project(s). Manage and maintain ”Strategic Partner” subcontractor and vendor relationships, including verification of timely payment. Perform monthly project reviews with project teams to ensure adherence to schedules, quality of work, safety, administration and profitability. Analyze available and qualified personnel and make specific project assignments to meet project needs. Assist the PMs and Superintendents with resolution of specific issues and requests. Manage customer relations and change order negotiations. Represent company/project in meetings with client, subcontractors, etc. Represent the Company at project Senior Management meetings. Schedule, facilitate, and document project close out meetings. Verify project data sheets and photos (with client's permission) for all completed projects. The duties and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and scope of work being performed by this position. This is not a complete listing and other duties will be assigned based on the position's role within the business unit. WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL: Must possess the utmost of personal integrity and have the ability to create and lead an organization culture of collaboration, both internally and externally, in order to maintain the superior reputation of firm Extensive knowledge of safety protocols and procedures Proficient in using a computer and Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.); Accubid and Oracle experience preferred Ability to understand and follow standard operating policies and procedures. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks, changing priorities as necessary Ability to work under time pressure and adapt to changing requirements with a positive attitude Effective oral and written communication skills as required for the position Ability to be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player Ability to interact effectively and professionally with all levels of employees, both management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others WHAT YOU BRING TO US: Bachelor's degree in construction management civil engineering, Structural Engineering or other related field PE license a plus Minimum 10 years' experience in project management, preferably in electrical construction. Knowledge of construction technology, scheduling, equipment and methods required Proven experience mentoring and managing others Business development/heavy client interaction a plus Can be a combination of education, training and relevant experience TRAVEL: 10 - 25% WORKING CONDITIONS: General work environment - This position is performed primarily on active construction sites. Activity includes sitting for extended periods, standing, walking, typing, carrying, pushing, bending. Work is conducted primarily indoors with varying environmental conditions, such as fluorescent lighting and air conditioning. Noise level is usually low to medium; it can be loud on the jobsite. We fully comply with the ADA and applicable state law, including considering reasonable accommodation measures that may enable qualified disabled applicants and employees to perform essential functions. Occasional lifting of up to 30 lbs. YOU Matter - Our Benefits ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership 401k Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance Disability Income Protection Insurance Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care) Charitable Giving Match with our Rosendin Foundation Pay Range $168,400.00-$252,500.00 Annual The pay range for this role is what we expect to pay for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed on this job description. Candidate's pay can vary based on location, job-related experience, skills, and education. Our success is rooted in our people. We all come together around long-term vision and a sense of shared ownership. As a group, we do whatever it takes to ensure the success of our business and your career. Rosendin Electric is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

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