Operational Readiness Manager

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

Job summary

EnTech Engineering, PC, based in New York, seeks an experienced Operational Readiness Manager to lead readiness and transformation for a major urban rail modernization program on-site in New York, NY.

The role focuses on transitioning from conventional signals to CBTC, developing plans, identifying gaps, coordinating resources, and training frontline staff while ensuring safety and governance requirements are met.

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.

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

CBTC knowledge

Change management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Operational readiness

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or related field

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.

Estimated Annual Compensation:

$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