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Jacobs · 3 weeks ago

Senior Rail & Transit Systems Project Manager

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$200K/yr - $250K/yr

Jacobs is a company focused on solving critical problems for cities and environments. The Senior Rail & Transit Systems Project Manager will provide technical and commercial support for rail and transit projects, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within budget while managing client relationships and project performance.

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Responsibilities

Provide rail vehicle and systems engineering, project management and business support to a variety of rail and transit consulting assignments

Support both office and field-based activities for rail and vehicle systems, including technology assessments, preparation of technical specifications, rail and vehicle O&M requirements and oversight, system updates and overhauls, contract documents, evaluating vendors, design reviews, problem resolutions, project evaluations, compliance with prescribed technical and contract requirements, manage all stages of projects including administrative processes

Perform technical reviews of proposed designs and upgrades for transit and rail fleets, analyze requirements and fleet performance, and prepare review comments for disposition of contract deliverables

Provide oversight and guidance to junior rail and transit systems engineers

Manage client’s capital asset replacement / overhaul programs

Develop engineering cost estimates for various sub-systems

Identify and resolve design and system integration issues on transit projects

Support field implementation, assess performance of newly furnished fleets and systems, from different suppliers, for compatibility, functionality, and other compliances

Assess contract performance and compliance, make, and implement recommendations

Stay informed of the rail and transit consulting business, technological needs, and trends and industry best practices and standards. Be cognizant of larger business, technological and regulatory trends that can or will affect the rail and transit industry

Manage the interface between consultant team and client, and interface between third parties and the client/consultant team

Coordinate and develop positive relationships with clients, contractors, and their staff

Work with other Jacobs staff, client and 3rd party consultants and contractors to deliver high-quality projects, promote positive, professional employee relations

Participate and represent Jacobs in meetings with client and outside contractors, assist with and participate in presentations and public hearings/reviews relative to assigned projects

Ensure that Jacobs principles, policies, integrity, and procedures are consistently practiced

Perform other assignments and duties as requested

Qualification

Rail transit systemsVehicle engineeringProject managementElectrical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringProcurement best practicesTechnical specificationsCommunication skillsProblem-solving skillsAttention to detailInterpersonal skills

Required

Substantial professional years of relevant experience in the rail and transit industry, with a proven track record of technical expertise and successful project delivery for major rail and/or transit systems and/or technology projects

A bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited college or university or equivalent qualification

Experience with all types of rail and transit vehicle and systems engineering, maintenance, and operation, specification development, fleet procurement and contracting, including testing and commissioning

Strong understanding of the rolling stock business, technological needs, and trends, as well as larger business, technological, and regulatory trends that can affect the rail and transit industry

In-depth knowledge of effective procurement best practices, and relevant statutes, laws, and regulations governing the rail and transit-related works

Demonstrated ability to interact with clients, establish and maintain relationships, and articulate complex concepts effectively

Excellent problem-solving, judgment, decision-making, and analytical skills

Strong attention to detail, excellent communication, organizational, presentation, and interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently as well as within a team, and to work with all levels within a given organization (internal or external)