Operational Readiness Manager

EnTech; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

EnTech Engineering, PC in New York, NY seeks anOperational Readiness Manager to drive readiness and transformation for a major urban rail CBTC modernization program. You will lead the transition from conventional systems to CBTC, coordinating across leadership and frontline staff.

The role requires 10+ years in transit operations, a related degree, and strong change-management skills to align resources, workflows, and training with program goals.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of transit operations and maintenance experience, preferably in a large urban rail system.
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of CBTC systems and their operational implications.
• Experience leading organizational change or operational transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an operational readiness and transformation plan.
• Identify gaps in workforce skills, processes, technology, and resources.
• Oversee implementation activities and monitor key milestones.
• Coordinate new workflows, systems, procedures, and operating practices.
• Work with leadership and cross-functional teams to secure resources and align program goals.
• Communicate readiness requirements to leadership, technical teams, and frontline staff.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, governance, and program requirements.
• Document lessons learned and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Change management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Management or Engineering

Tools

CBTC knowledge

Job description

EnTech Engineering, PC is a multidisciplinary engineering and construction management firm devoted to delivering best-in-class design and construction support services for infrastructure and facility projects that strengthen communities nationwide. Based in New York City, our firm is made of engineers, technologists, environmental scientists, construction professionals, and consultants who are passionate about improving the infrastructure, buildings, and communities that surround us.

About the Role:

We are seeking a full-time “Operational Readiness Manager” to lead operational readiness and organizational transformation for a major urban rail modernization program. The ideal candidate will support the transition from conventional signal systems to a Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement an operational readiness and transformation plan.
• Identify gaps in workforce skills, processes, technology, and resources.
• Oversee implementation activities and monitor key milestones.
• Coordinate new workflows, systems, procedures, and operating practices.
• Work with leadership and cross-functional teams to secure resources and align program goals.
• Communicate readiness requirements to leadership, technical teams, and frontline staff.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, governance, and program requirements.
• Document lessons learned and support continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in transit operations and maintenance, preferably within a large urban rail system.
• Bachelor’s degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of CBTC systems and their operational implications.
• Experience leading organizational change or operational transformation initiatives.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to coordinate across a large, complex organization.

$180,000–$210,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Location:

New York, NY

This is a full-time, on-site position. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional weekend work may be required based on project needs.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender