Principal, Stations & Passenger Facilities

DB E.C.O. North America; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 215,000 - 246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

Retirement benefits

Paid holidays

Job summary

DB E.C.O. North America is expanding its Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice across North America, leading strategy, service offerings, and market growth. The role advises transit agencies, operators, and authorities while developing executive relationships and managing complex projects.

Ideal candidates bring a deep NA rail infrastructure background, entrepreneurial drive, and proven ability to win and deliver consulting engagements with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, station development, or infrastructure consulting.
• Proven track record of winning and delivering consulting assignments in NA transportation market.

Responsibilities

• Lead Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice strategy, offerings, and growth.
• Advise transit agencies, rail operators, and infrastructure authorities.
• Develop executive-level client relationships across North America.
• Oversee project delivery, quality, profitability, and risk management.
• Collaborate with DB Group and international network for best practices.

Job description

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: Chicago, New York City, 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 toHigh Deductibleplans
• 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.providesequal 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,disabilityor genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc.complies withapplicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

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 anyjurisdiction, you do not need todiscloseyour criminal history orparticipatein 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 recordsin accordance withall relevantlaws, andspecifically will assess whether any conviction historydirectly relatesto 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 berequiredto verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Quick overview of ourCanada 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 providecompetitive vacation timealong with11 paid company holidays, so you have the time you need to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.