Overview
On Site
USD 135,000.00 - 160,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Collections
Audiovisual
Information Systems
Invoices
Regulatory Compliance
Project Lifecycle Management
Program Management
Manufacturing
Testing
Procurement
Legal
Budget
Finance
Project Control
Auditing
Presentations
Management
EMT
Repair
Contract Management
Analytical Skill
Problem Solving
Conflict Resolution
Negotiations
Supervision
Life Insurance
Training
SAP BASIS
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Job Details
Market
Transportation
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Jacobs is looking for a Director of State of Good Repair Engineering here in our Atlanta, GA office. This person directs MARTA's long range Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for rehabilitation, enhancement, expansion, safety, and regulatory compliance of complex infrastructure, including but not limited to, station rehabilitation, track renovations, bus and rail maintenance buildings, full infrastructure system replacements, fare collections, audio visual information systems, and other transit infrastructure required to be brought to a state of good repair.
Serves as the lead in the solicitation and selection of architectural and engineering consultants, management and administration of consultant contracts, and payment of invoices. Directs MARTA and contract personnel, including other business units, in the implementation of all activities related to MARTA's design and construction projects to ensure scope of schedule compliance and budget adherence. Manages all contracts related to equipment rehabilitation and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
Makes recommendations and presentations to the Executive Management Team (EMT) or Board of Directors on technical matters pertaining to State of Good Repair Engineering. Provides recommendations and advises to the Assistant General Manager of Infrastructure on items affecting daily operations. Provides technical oversight to the General Engineering Consultant's (GEC) and specialized A/E firms.
Here's what you'll need
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
135,000.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
160,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $160,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 10, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Atlanta
Georgia
United States
Transportation
At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.
Your impact
Jacobs is looking for a Director of State of Good Repair Engineering here in our Atlanta, GA office. This person directs MARTA's long range Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for rehabilitation, enhancement, expansion, safety, and regulatory compliance of complex infrastructure, including but not limited to, station rehabilitation, track renovations, bus and rail maintenance buildings, full infrastructure system replacements, fare collections, audio visual information systems, and other transit infrastructure required to be brought to a state of good repair.
Serves as the lead in the solicitation and selection of architectural and engineering consultants, management and administration of consultant contracts, and payment of invoices. Directs MARTA and contract personnel, including other business units, in the implementation of all activities related to MARTA's design and construction projects to ensure scope of schedule compliance and budget adherence. Manages all contracts related to equipment rehabilitation and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
Makes recommendations and presentations to the Executive Management Team (EMT) or Board of Directors on technical matters pertaining to State of Good Repair Engineering. Provides recommendations and advises to the Assistant General Manager of Infrastructure on items affecting daily operations. Provides technical oversight to the General Engineering Consultant's (GEC) and specialized A/E firms.
- Manages and directs MARTA's long range Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for rehabilitation, enhancement, expansion, safety, and regulatory compliance of complex infrastructure, including but not limited to, station rehabilitation, track renovations, bus and rail maintenance buildings, full infrastructure system replacements, fare collections, audio visual information systems, and other transit infrastructure required to be brought to a state of good repair.
- Serves as the lead in the solicitation and selection of architectural and engineering consultants, management and administration of consultant contracts, and payment of invoices.
- Provides support throughout the full state of good repair project lifecycle including planning, design, implementation, testing, operations and maintenance support and decommissioning. This includes refreshing, rehabilitation, and replacement of infrastructure and components.
- Directs MARTA and contract personnel, including other business units, in the implementation of all activities related to MARTA's design and construction projects to ensure scope of schedule compliance and budget adherence.
- Manages all contracts related to equipment rehabilitation and maintenance of existing infrastructure.
- Provides support throughout the full infrastructure project lifecycle including planning, design, implementation, testing, operations & maintenance support, decommissioning, refresh/rehabilitation and replacement of infrastructure components based on useful life.
- Manages and oversees the program management of contracts during the design, manufacturing, installation, and testing to ensure requirements of the Contract are met. Coordinates contract activities with Technology, Contracts and Procurement, Legal, Budget, Finance, Architecture, Construction and Project Controls.
- Participates in meetings as required, including planning, design, pre-bid, pre-construction, progress, partnering, negotiation, and audit review meetings.
- Makes recommendations and presentations to the Executive Management Team (EMT) or Board of Directors on technical matters pertaining to the state of good repair projects
Here's what you'll need
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
- Ideal candidates have knowledge of infrastructure, contract development, preparation, and administration required.
- Highly effective verbal, written, analytical, problem solving, planning, and negotiating skills are necessary.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in Georgia is desirable.
- Supervisory experience is required.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related discipline.
- Registration as a Professional Engineer in Georgia is desirable
- Ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in planning, design, administration and implementation of system wide infrastructure (building infrastructure and systems, rail stations, rail yards, bus garages, rail track/trackway, structures, utilities, parking lots), preferably in a rapid transit environment.
Posted Salary Range: Minimum
135,000.00
Posted Salary Range: Upper
160,000.00
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Employees have access to medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance, a 401(k) plan, and the ability to purchase company stock at a discount. Eligible employees may also enroll in a deferred compensation plan or the Executive Deferral Plan. Jacobs has an unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees, seven paid holidays, one floating holiday, and caregiver leave. And certain roles may be eligible for additional rewards, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock.
The base salary range for this position is $135,000.00 to $160,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job posted on November 10, 2025. This position will be open for at least 3 days.
Onsite employees are expected to attend a Jacobs Workplace on a full-time basis, as required by the nature of their role.
Your application experience is important to us, and we're keen to adapt to make every interaction even better. If you require further support or reasonable adjustments with regards to the recruitment process (for example, you require the application form in a different format), please contact the team via Careers Support .
Locations
City State Country
Atlanta
Georgia
United States
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