Rail Transit Program Manager

Rail Transit Program Manager in our New York Transportation Group The successful candidate will leverage our extensive local expertise and qualifications to grow our Rail Transit practice in the region. As a Program Manager, will be responsible for scope development and management of studies, plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of transit infrastructure projects, including conceptual, preliminary, and final designs involving light rail transit, bus rapid transit, commuter rail, and intercity passenger rail improvements for assigned capital projects. Candidate will work closely with a multi-discipline A&E team to manage major activities and allocate resources. Candidate will lead and coordinate business development and client engagement activities for the full suite of STV services for such clients as NYC Transit, NJ Transit, MTA, PANYNJ/PATH and Amtrak. Candidate will be point of contact for systems related work in the NY Transportation office. Rail Transit Program Manager Responsibilities Program Manager for New York rail transit clients, leading technical marketing and proposal pursuits to procure key projects. Point of contact for systems work in the NY Transportation office Develop project scopes, fees, and schedules for design contracts. Meet with regional agency managers, departments, and senior staff to identify rail and transit project opportunities and the current needs of the agencies. Focus will be on systems, communications, CBTC, Train Control, Signaling Increase STV transit profile in the industry by leading and participating in local client. Lead all aspects of client coordination and manage design-team for Rail Projects including the planning and environmental process; manage the assembly of plans, specifications and construction estimate packages Manage budgets, schedules, quality of assigned projects. Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs Be able to plan, organize and supervise work of professionals and technicians, as well as develop and mentor staff Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in engineering and twenty (20) years of satisfactory, full-time related experience in railway engineering and managing complex multidisciplinary railway projects, including at least three (3) years of managerial/supervisory experience. Skilled in technical report writing and communication including presenting to clients and the public. Demonstrated ability to lead a team on railway and transit projects Desired Skills Significant experience in project management for capital projects of major magnitude and scope, including at least ten years of engineering, design, and construction project management experience. Knowledge and experience in managing projects in an active railroad environment Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills. In-depth knowledge of Rail/Transit design standards. Familiarity with transit operations and facilities. Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a consistent state of alertness and safe manner. Compensation Range: $233,646.46 - $259,607.18 STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (starting at 16 days) • Paid Holidays (9 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications. Not sure this role is the perfect match? We encourage you to apply if STV’s work and values resonate with you. We know great candidates don’t always meet every qualification, and research shows women and people of color are less likely to apply unless they do. At STV, we believe strong talent comes from a wide range of backgrounds, and your skills and experience may align with this or another opportunity as we continue to grow. STV is one of the top infrastructure-focused professional services firms in North America. Founded in 1912, STV advises, plans, designs, engineers and delivers the infrastructure that powers local economies, including transportation systems, buildings, water and other facilities. 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