Communications Department Manager

HNTB; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure development is seeking a Communications Department Manager to oversee operations and ensure successful project execution. The role requires significant experience in communications systems for rail and transit, along with leadership capabilities to manage teams and budgets effectively. As a key player in the firm's strategic initiatives, the manager will contribute to the growth and quality of service offered to clients across the country.

Qualifications

• 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.
• 10+ years in design and management of rail and transit communications systems.
• 5+ years in project management of a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for operations and delivery for the rail communications practice.
• Develops and manages the operating budget.
• Recruits, hires, and develops department staff.

Skills

Management

Leadership

Budget Management

Communication

Technical Proposal Development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Job description

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What We're Looking For

The Communications Department Manager will have overall responsibility for operations and delivery for the rail communications practice. This group is comprised of communications engineers that provide designs and construction phase services for rail and transit clients across the nation inclusive of SCADA, radio systems, passenger information systems, networking, security, and all other communications support systems.

What We're Looking For

The Communications Department Manager will have overall responsibility for operations and delivery for the rail communications practice. This group is comprised of communications engineers that provide designs and construction phase services for rail and transit clients across the nation inclusive of SCADA, radio systems, passenger information systems, networking, security, and all other communications support systems.

At HNTB, you can create a career that is meaningful to you while building communities that matter to all of us. For more than a century, we have been delivering solutions for some of the largest, most complex infrastructure projects across the country. With our historic growth, it is an exciting time to join our team of employee-owners.

This opportunity entails being responsible for leading the rail and transit communications department in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control. This position coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time. Responsible for technical coaching and mentoring and efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high-quality service. The number of employees directly and indirectly supervised by the Department Manager - Engineering is at least 15 but typically 17 - 20 or more.

What You'll Do

• Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office operating budget and forecast updates.
• Responsible for the management, growth and professional development of discipline-specific engineering department. Coordinates department activities establishes priorities and assign staff to projects. Ensures staff development, mentoring and training needs are being met. Collaborates with other departments or groups within the office on work-sharing needs and opportunities.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and HNTB's Sophisticated Sales Approach (SSA) process on project pursuits in the department and office, including development of department-level strategic planning strategies.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's contracting (SCA) process through project delivery and contracting activities including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
• Supports the implementation of the firm's project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, on schedule, to the client's satisfaction.
• Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win-to-work activities
• Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction. Leads and assists in sales and marketing efforts for department's growth.
• Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff, including development of plan for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
• Manages assigned project management activities (project scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

What You'll Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.
  
  

What We Prefer

• 10 or more years' experience in design and management of rail and transit communications systems.
• 5 or more years' experience in project management of a technical team.
• 5 or more years' experience in developing technical proposals.
• Technical expertise in the design of networks, radio systems, passenger information systems, security systems, supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA)
• Professional Engineer (PE) certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP)
  
  

Additional Information

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Locations:

Chelmsford, MA (Lexington)

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Job Type: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full time

Job Category: Engineering Group

ReqID: R-26160

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning and Civil Engineering

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