Rail Design Project Manager

STV Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 143,000 - 192,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Rail Design Project Manager to lead innovative railway infrastructure projects in New York. This role offers the chance to ensure compliance with safety regulations while working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver efficient and sustainable solutions. You will be responsible for project planning, design development, and stakeholder communication. The company values diversity and inclusion, encouraging candidates from all backgrounds to apply. Join a team dedicated to making communities better through innovative engineering solutions.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in railway engineering focused on design and maintenance.
• Proficient in engineering software like MicroStation and AutoCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of railway infrastructures ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project scope and objectives.

Skills

Railway Engineering

Project Management

Regulatory Compliance

Problem-solving

Effective Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MicroStation

InRail

Open Rail

AutoCAD

Civil 3D

Job description

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Rail Design Project Manager

Apply locations Empire State Building, New York, New York time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR3744

STV currently has a position open for aRail Design Project Manager in New York, NY office with our Transportation Group.

Position Description

As a Rail Design Project Manager- specializing in rail systems, you will be responsible for leading the design of railway infrastructures. Your role involves ensuring that rail projects comply with safety regulations, meet quality standards, and adhere to project timelines and budgets. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver efficient and sustainable rail solutions. You will report to the Rail Group Supervisor.

Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to help define project scope, objectives, and requirements for railway infrastructure projects.
• Design Development: Utilize engineering principles and software tools to develop
• designs for all types of railway tracks and systems.

• Regulatory Compliance: Lead and provide guidance to ensure that rail projects comply with local, national, and international regulations, codes, and standards related to safety, accessibility, and environmental impact.
• Risk Assessment: Help identify potential risks and challenges associated with railway projects and develop mitigation strategies to address them effectively.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Assist project managers in monitoring project budgets and schedules, track expenses, and identify opportunities for cost savings and schedule optimization.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate as directed project progress, milestones, and issues to stakeholders, including clients, regulatory agencies, contractors, and internal team members.
• Documentation: Prepare engineering reports, drawings, specifications, and other project documentation in accordance with organizational standards and client requirements.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in railway engineering, and incorporate innovative solutions to enhance project efficiency and sustainability.
• Leadership: Supervise and mentor junior engineers and technical staff, fostering a supportive and productive work environment

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
• 15+ years of experience in railway engineering, with a focus on design, construction, and maintenance of rail infrastructure.
• Proficiency in engineering software such as MicroStation, InRail, Open Rail, AutoCAD, Civil 3D.
• Knowledge of railway standards and regulations, including AREMA, CPUC, AAR, and FRA requirements.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines and project goals.

Compensation Range:

$143,684.68 - $191,579.57

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At STV, we are fully committed to expanding our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that will reflect the clients we serve and the communities we work in, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

STV offers the following benefits • Health insurance, including an option with a Health Savings Account • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care and Transit and Parking where applicable) • Disability insurance • Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment • 401(k) Plan • Retirement Counseling • Employee Assistance Program • Paid Time Off (16 days) • Paid Holidays (8 days) • Back-Up Dependent Care (up to 10 days per year) • Parental Leave (up to 80 hours) • Continuing Education Program • Professional Licensure and Society Memberships

STV is committed to paying all of its employees in a fair, equitable, and transparent manner. The listed pay range is STV’s good-faith salary estimate for this position. Please note that the final salary offered for this position may be outside of this published range based on many factors, including but not limited to geography, education, experience, and/or certifications.

About Us

STV exists to make communities better through innovative solutions that connect people, places and the present to the future. Our local teams throughout the country deeply understand the needs of their communities and have the expertise to provide solutions. We are also committed to giving back to our communities and our neighbors through volunteering and philanthropic activities; fundraising events; scholarships, internships, and mentoring; and sustainability and community improvement projects. Learn more .

EEO Statement

STV provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.