Deployment Manager

Hitachi Rail Limited; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 148,000 - 222,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Flexitime

Training & Development

Job summary

Hitachi Rail in Oakland, California seeks a Deployment Manager to oversee CBTC deployment for a rail project. You will coordinate internal teams and stakeholders, drive milestones, and manage subcontractors while ensuring safety and quality standards.

The role demands 5–7 years in rail deployment, familiarity with CBTC, and strong leadership. California licensure (C-10/A-10) and knowledge of construction/commissioning processes are preferred. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Proven Deployment Manager experience in rail/transportation projects.
• Familiar with CBTC systems and related tech.
• Strong organizational and leadership abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee deployment phase of CBTC project ensuring timely implementation.
• Coordinate with Hitachi Rail teams and stakeholders to meet milestones.
• Provide project status reviews and be primary client contact for deployment activities.
• Maintain strong client relationships and coordinate site meetings.

Skills

Deployment management

CBTC systems

Organizational skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Contractual knowledge

Design-Build knowledge

Quality standards

Pressure management

Confidentiality

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Procore

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

Hitachi Rail is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Deployment Manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in Oakland, California.

Accountabilities

• Oversee the deployment phase of the CBTC project, ensuring efficient and timely implementation.
• Coordinate with Hitachi Rail teams and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones.
• Reviews the overall planning of project activities to identify critical milestones and priorities.
• Provides and presents project status reviews to client to be the primary contact for client in relation to the deployment activities.
• Create and maintain a strong client relationship.
• Represent the Project at site coordination meetings with the Client and liaise with various project entities, third parties and/or stakeholders.
• Participate in reporting to the Project Manager and VP of Construction on the progress and status of work, forecasting risks and opportunities and reporting any deviations of scope, schedule, cost or quality to the Project Manager to maintain the commercial position of the project.
• Ensure the project is performed to the standard safety and quality assurance requirements.
• Follow the work progress of all Construction activities to accurately oversee Hitachi and Subcontractor quality standards, in collaboration with the quality manager.
• Ensure compliance with the Approved for Construction Design and the management of any non-conformances in accordance with the Quality Plan.
• Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager for handover of the installed system and subsequent test, commissioning and start-up activities.
• Defining the execution of the commissioning activities (sequence of activities, optimization of the use of resources) in alignment with contract requirements, budget and company guidelines
• Overseeing the implementation and continuous improvement of Test Procedure
• Accountable for the site interface management with the Client/Engineer/Third parties during the test and commissioning phase

Required Skills/ Knowledge

• Proven experience as a Deployment Manager in rail or transportation projects for no less the 5-7 years
• Familiarity with CBTC systems and associated technologies
• Strong organizational and leadership skills
• Effective communication and collaboration abilities
• Demonstrated experience in managing subcontractors and key stakeholders on projects
• Ability to familiarize with required contractual obligations and technical aspects of the project.
• Detailed knowledge of Design-Build projects.
• Understanding of Construction and commissioning quality standards
• Successfully handle pressures associated with site works in a brown field environment.
• Ability to maintain the integrity of confidential business information.

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

• Construction and installation of rail transit systems or other complex systems in urban environments.
• Effective Partnering and Teaming skills.
• Technical writing.
• Construction Management software knowledge such as procore.
• MS Office tools.

Education

Engineering or industrial management background. Relevant knowledge to ensure that the company is producing high-quality installation and documents that meet customer expectations.

Certification required - State of California (license C-10 and A-10)

Languages

Written and spoken English proficiency.

In accordance with the DOT’s FRA and FTA programs, Hitachi’s substance screening program tests pre-employment candidates and current employees, as required for safety-sensitive positions.

The salary range for this position is $148,212- $222,318 per year. Final pay is determined by the candidate’s experience, skillset and ability level, internal equity and location.

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short- & Long-Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals With Disabilities

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Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

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