Our Director of Transit & Rail will manage transit and rail projects, including conceptual, preliminary, and final engineering design involving light rail transit, bus rapid transit, commuter rail, intercity passenger rail and freight rail improvements.. Manage financial progress through timely submittal of invoices and progress reports and initiation of change orders for out-of-scope services. 15+ years of professional rail/transit engineering experience in the Northeast, with recent management experience focused on NY/NJ rail/transit projects required. Demonstrated and progressive relationships with NY-area clients including NYCT, MTA, LIRR, Metro-North, NJ TRANSIT, and PATH. It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast.

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Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB is seeking a growth-oriented, entrepreneurial, and experienced Director of Transit & Rail for our Northeast Region (New York/New Jersey focus). Our Director of Transit & Rail will manage transit and rail projects, including conceptual, preliminary, and final engineering design involving light rail transit, bus rapid transit, commuter rail, intercity passenger rail and freight rail improvements. The ideal candidate will be market connected and g uide business development efforts through an emphasis on advance positioning and early identification of strategic pursuits . This hire will manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers and designers in the development of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for a variety of rail and transit infrastructure projects. Responsibilities <ul><li> Develop a vision and implementation strategies for local and regional groups and communicate these across region </li><li> Maintain active market knowledge while understanding internal and external capabilities, strengths, and weaknesses </li><li> Guide business development efforts through an emphasis on advance positioning and early identification of strategic pursuits  </li><li> Manage multiple concurrent projects of various topics and complexity </li><li> Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules and budgets </li><li> Lead development of project deliverables and provide quality control </li><li> Manage financial progress through timely submittal of invoices and progress reports and initiation of change orders for out-of-scope services </li><li> Prepare and deliver technical reports, analyses, and presentations </li><li> Prepare and maintain resource plans </li><li> Manage a multidisciplinary team of engineers, planners, and scientists </li><li> Take an active role in business development and identify planning prospects </li><li> Represent VHB at regional conferences, seminars, and industry events </li><li> Manage and prepare technical and cost proposals </li><li> Coordinate on teaming decisions with other Regional Directors </li><li> Take an active role in the development and mentoring of the Transit & Rail group staff </li></ul>Skills And Attributes <ul><li> Excellent technical written and verbal communication skills and analytical skills </li><li> Excellent public speaking skills and business development skills </li><li> Excellent project management skills </li><li> Strong capability in use of computer applications including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint </li><li> Capability in the use of project management applications such as MS Project or Primavera </li></ul>Qualifications <ul><li> 15+ years of professional rail/transit engineering experience in the Northeast, with recent management experience focused on NY/NJ rail/transit projects required </li><li> Demonstrated and progressive relationships with NY-area clients including NYCT, MTA, LIRR, Metro-North, NJ TRANSIT, and PATH </li><li> Demonstrated knowledge of federal and state transportation regulations and programs </li><li> Proven ability to manage a multidisciplinary team </li><li> NY PE (Professional Engineer) license required, NJ and PA PE license preferred </li><li> BS in Civil Engineering or related field </li></ul>Our best estimate of the salary range for this position located in New York City is $178,000-240,000. The final compensation will be based on a variety of factors such as individual qualifications, education and experience. WE ARE VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience . <ul><li> Inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation. </li><li> Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects. </li><li> Amazing co-workers </li><li> A focus on learning and development </li><li> Flexible, hybrid workplace </li></ul>It’s not surprising that VHB has consistently been rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing and we hope you’ll join us! VHB is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.

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