QUALIFICATIONS Minimum of 5 years of related work experience in planning, estimating, monitoring and project controls of rail transit construction / design-build projects or equivalent; Strong computer skills with thorough knowledge of construction industry cost estimating, budgeting principles, practices, and construction means and methods applicable to the heavy civil / rail transit field of work; HS Diploma/Equivalent required; BS Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is strongly preferred; Ability to understand and interpret written specifications, plans, and construction documents for work orders and build documents; Ability to effectively and tactfully communicate with clients, supervisors, and Project Team members. For rail transit projects, the job-site will often consist of hazards associated with an operating rail transit system, including but not limited to: trains traveling at high rates of speed adjacent to the work area, electrified third rail or catenary wire, stone ballast walking surfaces, track systems including running rail, concrete or creosote-soaked timber ties, and uneven ballast surfaces.