Rail Transit Manager

STV•Hartford, CT

About The Position

STV currently has an opening in our Hartford, CT office for a Rail Transit Manager in our Transportation division. The Transit Manager will manage Rail Transit tasks and projects as needed. Tasks to include, but not limited to, planning, scope development, estimating, management and coordination of construction services and other activities as assigned on capital projects. Candidate should work independently with multi-discipline A&E disciplines with experience managing large programs. The Project Coordinator will be responsible for managing all tasks assigned and allocate them appropriately to the client’s satisfaction. In the role of Rail Transit Manager, we will count on you to: Take responsibility for all aspects of client and team management of Rail Projects including Rail Transit Facilities. Manage the assembly of plans, specifications and construction estimate packages. 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 designing activities that limit the impact on rail transit services. Be able to plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of design, construction professionals and technicians. Serve as Project Coordinator on projects as needed; project coordination is not the sole focus of position. Serve as a high-level point of contact between the client and STV. Understand the contractual and operating environments as they relate to the NEC and commuter agencies in the entire Northeast.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred, or, a satisfactory equivalent of industry experience, and a minimum of fifteen (15) years of full-time related experience, including at least five (5) years of managerial/supervisory experience.
Preferred minimum of 15 years of experience in railway inspection, engineering and construction services
Skilled in technical report writing, communicating including presenting to clients and the public.
Demonstrated ability to lead a team on railway and other large-scale projects.
Must be able to fulfill essential job functions in a safe manner.

Nice To Haves

Significant experience in rail operations, including service delivery, on time performance, equipment utilization, safety goals and objectives, service planning, operating rules, and agreements.
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills.
Experience and understanding in the planning design, construction, and coordination of larger capital projects especially along the Northeast corridor.
In-depth knowledge of Rail/Transit design standards, operations and facilities.
Familiarity with FRA's 49CFR Parts 234 Grade Crossing Safety, 235 Relief from part 236 and 236 Train control systems and AREMA guidelines with respect to communications and signals.

Responsibilities

Take responsibility for all aspects of client and team management of Rail Projects including Rail Transit Facilities.
Manage the assembly of plans, specifications and construction estimate packages.
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 designing activities that limit the impact on rail transit services.
Be able to plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of design, construction professionals and technicians.
Serve as Project Coordinator on projects as needed; project coordination is not the sole focus of position.
Serve as a high-level point of contact between the client and STV.
Understand the contractual and operating environments as they relate to the NEC and commuter agencies in the entire Northeast.
Oversee all phases of planning and execution on engineering, procurement, and construction projects.
Ensure technical excellence, serving as a primary liaison between clients, subcontractors, and the project team.
Plan, organize, and coordinate projects, maintaining adherence to company policies and procedures.
Supervise project personnel through subordinate leaders, ensuring effective team management.
Assemble project teams, assign individual responsibilities, and monitor budgets against plans.

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 (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