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TYLin · 4 hours ago

Vice President, Northern California Sector Manager & National Rail + Transit Systems Lead

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$170K/yr - $290K/yr

20+ years exp

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative designs for the global infrastructure market. They are seeking a Vice President to lead the Northern California operations and serve as the National Lead for Rail & Transit Systems, focusing on business development, client engagement, and project delivery.

Civil EngineeringConstructionConsultingInformation TechnologyInfrastructure

Growth Opportunities

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Lead business operations and performance across Northern California for TYLin’s Rail & Transit sector, including financial performance, staffing, and project delivery

Own the P&L for the sector within the region; oversee revenue forecasts, budgeting, and profitability

Mentor and grow a high-performing team of engineers, project managers, and business development professionals

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with key clients, transit agencies, and industry partners

Drive regional sector strategy aligned with national goals and TYLin’s growth objectives

Serve as TYLin’s national thought leader and technical authority in Rail & Transit Systems - including communications, train control, traction power, and fare collection systems

Guide multidisciplinary teams on major pursuits and project delivery efforts that involve systems design and integration

Shape TYLin’s Systems Engineering practice nationwide by establishing standards, improving workflows, and promoting innovation and excellence

Collaborate with regional teams across the U.S. to capture key pursuits, share expertise, and build capabilities

Work closely with the National Sector Director and executive leadership to set and implement strategy for market expansion, brand growth, and backlog development

Oversee and actively participate in the business development lifecycle, including client engagement, capture planning, pursuit strategy, and proposal development

Build strategic partnerships with public agencies, design-build teams, and industry stakeholders

Leverage relationships to drive cross-sector collaboration and integrated service offerings

Oversee the delivery of large-scale, complex transit and rail projects, with an emphasis on technical excellence, client satisfaction, and compliance with quality standards

Support project teams with critical guidance on scope, schedule, risk, and contract management

Lead or support strategic pursuits and design-build initiatives across TYLin’s portfolio

Ensure TYLin’s quality control, safety, and sustainability standards are upheld across all projects

Qualification

Rail & Transit SystemsSystems EngineeringBusiness DevelopmentP&L ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE)Client DevelopmentProject DeliveryTeam-Building SkillsSustainable SolutionsLeadership SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field

Professional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred

Minimum 20 years of progressive experience in the Rail & Transit industry, including at least 10 years in leadership roles

Proven track record managing complex transit and rail infrastructure projects - including systems design and multidisciplinary coordination

Deep expertise in Rail & Transit Systems (train control, communication systems, SCADA, traction power, etc.)

Demonstrated success in client development, business strategy, and P&L responsibility

Strong knowledge of the Northern California transportation landscape and established relationships with agencies such as BART, Caltrain, SFMTA, VTA, and Capitol Corridor

Excellent communication, leadership, and team-building skills

Commitment to advancing diversity, inclusion, technical excellence, and sustainable infrastructure solutions

Benefits

Extensive medical, disability and life insurance coverage

Continuing education benefits

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Retirement savings plan with company matching contributions

Company

TYLin

Glassdoor3.8

As a global engineering firm, we design infrastructure solutions that connect and elevate communities.

Founded in 1954

San Francisco, California, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.tylin.com

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