Sector Manager, Rail + Transit - Northern California

Sidara•San Francisco, CA

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

TYLin is seeking a senior Rail & Transit leader ready to build, shape, and scale a Northern California practice, with the autonomy, backing, and platform to do it thoroughly. You’ll step into a visible leadership position with a clear mandate: Grow a high-performing team, deepen client relationships, and establish TYLin as a go-to partner across the Bay Area and Northern California transit market. If you’ve reached a point in your career where you want to own a market, not just contribute to one, this is that opportunity.

Requirements

Significant, demonstrated experience in Rail & Transit, with a strong track record in both delivery and business growth.
Demonstrated experience building or scaling teams, groups, or regional practices.
Proven ability to manage P&L, forecasting, and operational performance.
Deep relationships across the Northern California transit ecosystem.
Background in complex, multidisciplinary rail/transit programs (systems, infrastructure, or both).
Bachelor’s or Master’s in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Systems, or related).
PE license preferred.

Responsibilities

Establish and scale TYLin’s Rail & Transit presence across Northern California.
Recruit, mentor, and develop a team built around your vision and leadership style.
Create a culture of accountability, technical excellence, and collaboration from day one.
Take full ownership of regional performance - including P&L, hiring strategy, and growth trajectory.
Act as a senior face of TYLin across key agencies including Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART), Caltrain, San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency, Santa Clara Valley Transportation Authority, and Capitol Corridor.
Expand and leverage your network to open doors, win work, and position TYLin for major programs and pursuits.
Build strategic partnerships with owners, design-build teams, and industry collaborators.
Define and execute a regional growth strategy aligned with national Rail & Transit priorities.
Lead pursuits from early positioning through capture and proposal strategy.
Build a sustainable backlog through a mix of relationships, reputation, and disciplined pursuit management.
Provide executive oversight on major transit and rail projects.
Guide teams on risk, contract strategy, and multidisciplinary coordination.
Ensure delivery meets TYLin’s standards for quality, safety, and innovation.