Rail System Coordinator

Cordoba Corporation • Fresno, CA

2d • $100,000 - $170,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We are seeking a Rail System Coordinator to join our Transportation Sector. Under the general direction of the Deputy Program Construction Director, the Rail Systems Coordinator supports the delivery and oversight of all rail systems elements within the High-Speed Rail Program. The Rail Systems Coordinator is responsible for coordinating with the design-build teams, project management consultants, and Authority staff to ensure timely resolution of rail systems issues, effective management of system interfaces, and successful project delivery in accordance with program goals and standards. This role works closely with the Construction Office and the Program Delivery team to support all phases of the rail systems implementation, including oversight of systems design, installation, integration, and commissioning activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, construction management, project management, or a closely related field.
• At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in infrastructure project delivery, rail systems engineering, systems integration, or project/construction management
• Experience working on large-scale transportation or rail infrastructure projects
• Proven ability to coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve project-related issues
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Systems, Mechanical, or related field), Construction Management, or a related discipline
• Experience in rail systems project delivery or oversight
• Familiarity with system integration and commissioning of complex rail projects
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project management tools
• Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation, and coordination skills
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements related to rail systems projects

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and manage the oversight of rail systems delivery across all project phases, ensuring alignment with project management processes
• Support timely resolution of rail systems-related issues, including design-build coordination, interface management, installation, integration, testing, and commissioning
• Monitor construction and systems schedules; review short-term look-ahead plans to confirm critical milestones are achievable and on track
• Support issue resolution related to contracts, third parties, and technical matters
• Develop, implement, and improve strategies, policies, procedures, and tools to support effective rail systems oversight and delivery
• Ensure consistent application of systems engineering principles and project management best practices
• Provide direct support to the Deputy Program Construction Director on special projects, reporting, and ad-hoc assignments related to rail systems oversight and delivery.
• Design-build delivery methods for large-scale rail or transportation infrastructure projects
• Principles of systems engineering, project management, and construction oversight.
• Rail systems disciplines such as train control, traction power, communications, and system integration
• Project management tools, scheduling techniques, and risk management practices
• Understand the interrelated aspects of rail systems within a complex infrastructure program
• Analyze technical documents and data accurately to develop effective solutions and strategies
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and resolve technical, logistical, and contractual issues
• Communicate effectively, demonstrating leadership, coordination, and problem-solving skills

Benefits

• We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance.
• Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire.
• Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.
• We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans.
• Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well-being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees