Metra is one of the largest and most complex commuter rail systems in North America, serving Cook, DuPage, Will, Lake, Kane, and McHenry Counties. The agency is linking communities in Northeastern Illinois by providing safe, reliable, and efficient commuter service.

The Capital Project Delivery team is responsible for the execution of design and construction projects in Metra’s Capital Program. Major areas of ongoing project activity include: Stations & Parking (new stations, major rehabs, smaller updates); Bridges (repairs, upgrades, complete replacements); and Metra Facilities (yard facilities, mechanical shops, office buildings; crew facilities). The team also provides design expertise in various engineering disciplines for track, infrastructure, structure and signal work involving other railroads.

Reporting to the Director, Construction within the Capital Project Delivery group, the Senior Construction Project Engineer will be responsible for field coordination of multiple large and complex construction projects, including major bridge construction work, the most complex of all infrastructure engineering jobs; manage  third-party Construction Managers, ensuring all tasks are completed, issues are promptly addressed, and work is performed in accordance with bid specifications and Quality Management Plan; and coordinate, plan, and document reviews for  interaction with municipal and state agencies for assigned projects.

The primary duties include manage the performance of Metra's 3rd party Construction Management consultant, ensuring the CM performs according to contract terms including completion of all construction tasks and adherence to Metra's Quality Management Plan and Metra's Safety requirements.

Provide guidance for typical daily engineering situations on assigned projects. Provide Professional Engineer level review of engineering issues on projects managed by other team members.

Coordinate construction projects with railroad operations, Metra engineering labor forces and third parties. Work with the Engineering management team to develop specific resource requirements and schedules for required Metra labor. 

Review and ensure all contract modifications, change orders, and monthly pay applications are complete and correct. 

Advise on responses to contractors request for information (RFI) and record of contractors' contacts (ROCC).