Senior Rail Operations Project Lead
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Job Location:
New York City, NY - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
2 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
AECOM is seeking a Senior Rail Operations Project Lead to support NY Metro.
The position includes responsibility for business development stakeholder engagement management of rail modeling projects/tasks provide operational expertise to review and ensure feasibility in preliminary design and final design of rail infrastructure projects including intercity rail regional/commuter rail freight rail and high-speed rail. Clients can include Departments of Transportation public rail agencies railroads Amtrak private operators and more. This position will be required to examine constructability staging and phasing of construction projects with a focus on operational continuity to ensure customer satisfaction. The successful candidate may be asked to serve as an AECOM team and/or discipline lead project manager and/or technical task leader on selected projects and will coordinate cooperate and work collaboratively with others within multiple AECOM regions.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide constructability and operational reviews during all project phases
Oversee railway modeling including high level runtime and detailed rail network simulation
Interfaces with clients including railroads passenger rail agencies and modelers
Translates client goals into deliverable modeling tasks
Proposes approach to solve new problems encountered using modifications of standard procedures or methods developed in previous assignments.
Identifies discrepancies in results.
Provides guidance to modelers/analysts
Interpret and advise on modeling logic and railroad operating rules as necessary
Verify modeling outputs results are realistic and client aligned
Characterize modeling results into clear digestible reports and presentations
Coordinate and iterate with other rail planning disciplines including design teams
Performs work in accordance with agreed upon budget and schedule with little supervision
Performance at this level requires extensive experience in a professional executive capacity.
Qualifications :
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelors Degree 10 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education including 2 years of leadership roles and executive-level positions.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
25 years of relevant experience including Executive level positions
Experience with NY Metro Transit Clients
Experience working in railroad Transportation departments including dispatching and field management positions
Experience in railroad service design both scheduling and capacity planning
Familiarity with rolling stock and maintenance requirements including passenger and freight equipment
Familiarity with rail infrastructure such as track and signal systems
Experience with business development and client relations
Previous qualifications on the rules of the Operating department physical characteristics and associated requirements of an operating department
Experience reviewing rail simulation modeling software outputs including Rail Traffic Controller (RTC) Viriato and/or equivalent
Familiarity with passenger rail-sponsoring agencies (DOTs rail authorities Amtrak etc)
Demonstrate leadership skills and cross-discipline communication experience required for client interaction
Ability to lead and manage various multi-disciplined teams is essential to this role
Additional Information :
Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is not available now or in the future for this position.
Relocation is not avaiable for this position.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options well-being resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan.
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What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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