Principal, Stations & Passenger Facilities

DB E.C.O. North America; San Francisco (CA); Sur place; USD 215 000 - 246 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Parental Paid Leave

Commuter Benefits

Résumé du poste

DB E.C.O. North America is seeking a Senior Rail Infrastructure Advisor to lead and grow the Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice across North America.

You will act as a trusted advisor to transit agencies and infrastructure owners, developing strategic plans, selecting service offerings, and expanding client relationships. The role requires a strong leadership mindset, 10+ years in rail/station planning, and proven ability to win engagements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, station development, or related fields.
• Demonstrated expertise in station and passenger facility planning, development, design management, operations, asset management, or lifecycle planning.
• Proven track record of winning and delivering consulting assignments in NA transportation markets.

Responsabilités

• Build, lead, and expand the Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice, including strategy and growth plans.
• Advise transit agencies, rail operators, and infrastructure owners.
• Develop executive-level client relationships and convert opportunities into engagements.
• Lead complex projects related to stations, passenger facilities, and asset management.
• Pursue and secure high-impact opportunities, including proposals and negotiations.
• Establish thought leadership through industry events and associations.
• Mentor managers, consultants, and technical specialists.
• Oversee project delivery ensuring quality, client satisfaction, and profitability.
• Collaborate with DB Group and international network to share best practices.

Connaissances

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Leadership

Business development

Client relationships

Project oversight

Strategic thinking

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Formation

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

DB E.C.O. North America (with “E.C.O.” representing “Engineering, Consulting and Operations") offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. DB E.C.O. North America is part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverages Deutsche Bahn’s global expertise to advance mobility and rail transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Their cross-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients to innovate their portfolios and elevate business performance. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, they strive to enhance the customer experience, increase rail usage, and “Transform The Future Of Mobility.”

Department

Consulting, Infrastructure Domain

Reports to

Director, Rail Infrastructure Advisory

Location

Laguna Niguel, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Build, lead, and expand DB E.C.O. North America’s Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice, including strategy, service offerings, market positioning, and growth plans.
• Act as a trusted advisor to transit agencies, passenger rail operators, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and other key stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain executive-level client relationships across North America and convert market opportunities into consulting engagements.
• Lead complex and strategically important projects related to stations, passenger facilities, intermodal hubs, passenger experience, accessibility, asset management, and facility modernization.
• Pursue and secure strategically important business opportunities, including proposal development, client engagement, and commercial negotiations.
• Establish thought leadership through participation in industry conferences, professional associations, and market-facing events.
• Develop innovative consulting solutions and transform successful projects into repeatable service offerings.
• Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of managers, consultants, and technical specialists.
• Oversee project delivery, ensuring technical quality, client satisfaction, profitability, and effective risk management.
• Collaborate with experts across DB Group and DB E.C.O.’s international network to bring global best practices to North American clients.
• Contribute to the growth and profitability of the Rail Infrastructure Advisory business through strategic planning, business development, and market expansion.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, station development, passenger facility planning, infrastructure consulting, or related fields.
• Demonstrated expertise in station and passenger facility planning, development, design management, operations, asset management, or lifecycle planning.
• Proven track record of winning and delivering consulting assignments within the North American transportation, rail, or infrastructure market.
• Established network of senior-level relationships with railroads, transit agencies, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and industry stakeholders across North America.
• Strong entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated success in building business opportunities, expanding client relationships, and growing service offerings.
• Experience building, leading, or significantly expanding a consulting practice, business unit, or technical service line is highly desirable.
• Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development capabilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging executive-level audiences.
• Business-oriented mindset with strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance technical excellence with business growth objectives.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word

Working Conditions and Travel

Minimal overnight travel by land and air.

Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation

• Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time
• Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day
• Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings
• Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings

We offer an annual gross salary between $215,000 and $246,000 + bonus (USD) for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.

Quick overview of our U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits

• Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans
• Dental & Vision
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members
• Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses (Train, subway, bus, ferry, parking).
• Parental Paid Leave
• Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
• Retirement Savings (401k): Pre-tax or Roth contributions with company match
• Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays

DB E.C.O North America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

California Applicants

For California applicants: We follow the California Fair Chance Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. As is the case for applicants in any jurisdiction, you do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After providing a conditional offer and conducting a background check, we will consider hiring any qualified individual with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all relevant laws, and specifically will assess whether any conviction history directly relates to the job duties. We will take into consideration the individual’s explanation and potential mitigating factors as defined by the law.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Quick overview of our Canada Health & Wellness Benefits

• We offer a comprehensive, company‑paid benefits program for employees and their eligible dependents. This includes Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Dependent Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, extended Health and Dental coverage, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

In addition, the Company supports your long‑term financial well‑being by subsidizing a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) of your choice with a contribution equal to 5% of your basic salary.

We also provide competitive vacation time along with 11 paid company holidays, so you have the time you need to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.