Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager

Fluor•Wasco, CA

4d•$125,500 - $233,500

About The Position

At Fluor, we are proud to design and build projects and careers. We are committed to fostering a welcoming and collaborative work environment that encourages big-picture thinking, brings out the best in our employees, and helps us develop innovative solutions that contribute to building a better world together. If this sounds like a culture you would like to work in, you’re invited to apply for this role. Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California’s Central Valley. The Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager works under the direction of the Deputy Program Safety and Security Director and is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting railroad construction related activities. Additionally, the Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing all components of the federally mandated RWP training program for California High Speed Rail (HSR). This position will supervise other employees and support the Authority’s Chief of Safety and Security. The Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for assisting in construction safety and security and oversight activities related to the program. This position has the responsibility and accountability to develop, make recommendations, and implement continuous improvement for safety and security activities related to the program.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience
Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Five (5) or more years of experience in training and railroad operations out of the 10 years or more of the required work experience
Subject matter expert in 49 CFR 214 Railroad Workplace Safety and OSHA General Industry and Construction requirements
Ability to design, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate, and measure training and development activities
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
Ability to travel up to 50% mostly within the state and possibility of national
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, implement, and manage the RWP training program
Delivers general and railroad safety training, to include applicable elements of 49 CFR 214, to Authority, consultant, and contractor staff
Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
Coordinates safety meetings amongst various Staff, consultants, and contractors
Monitor compliance and make recommendations regarding railroad safety program wide
On call for all incident levels related to railroad construction activities to ensure resources and notifications are completed as required. Assist in root cause analysis for incidents with applicable construction contractor(s)
Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and security agencies to align site security measures with broader public safety requirements
Coordinate with external rail partners as applicable including but not limited to adjacent freight and commuter railroads along the HSR alignment
Prepare and present reports, briefings, and recommendations to HSR leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies regarding railroad safety and security activities
Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in safety and security initiatives across the program
Perform other duties as assigned