Regional Rail Director

Hatch; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Regional Director of Rail to lead and grow our rail engineering services across a designated region in the United States. The role requires strategic oversight, strong leadership, and a focus on delivering high-quality projects within time and budget constraints.

The ideal candidate will have a PE license, a civil/rail engineering background, and a proven track record in business development and client relationships across the US rail sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or related field.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required.
• Minimum 10 years of rail engineering experience, with at least 5 in leadership.
• Proven track record in project management and business development.
• Strong understanding of US rail regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Grow and develop one of the largest rail regions under the firm.
• Oversee and manage all rail-related business within the Region.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand rail services.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulators.
• Ensure projects meet quality, schedule, and budget targets.
• Lead and mentor engineers and project managers.
• Collaborate with regional directors and corporate leadership.

Skills

Rail engineering

Leadership

Business development

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PE license

Job description

Career Opportunities: Regional Rail Director (101088)

Location: Houston,TX,United States

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Our expertise in infrastructure includes aviation, highways and bridges, planning and advisory services, ports, rail and transit, tunnels, and water. Want to be part of the creation and construction of our cities? Then the infrastructure team is for you!

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Regional Director of Rail to join our leading engineering firm. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and grow our rail engineering services across a designated region in the United States.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for growing and developing one of the largest Region
• Oversee and manage the overall rail-related business within the Region
• Develop and implement strategic plans to expand our rail engineering services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies
• Ensure project delivery meets high quality standards, timelines, and budget constraints
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers and project managers
• Collaborate with other regional directors and corporate leadership to align with company-wide objectives
• Stay current with industry trends, technologies, and regulations in rail engineering

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Professional Engineering (PE) license required
• Minimum 10 years of experience in rail engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership role
• Proven track record of successful project management and business development
• Strong understanding of rail infrastructure, systems, and regulatory environment in the US
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel within the assigned region (up to 30% travel may be required)
• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.