SoCal Rail & Transport Major Projects Leader

Arup; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 220,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Flexible working

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Arup is seeking a Major Projects Leader for Rail & Transport in Southern California, focusing on winning work, client development, and strategic delivery. You will shape annual plans, drive revenues, and lead high-performing teams across complex rail projects, including LA Metro engagements, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation.

The role requires a minimum of 15 years in project/design management for rail, code knowledge, and a values-driven leadership style aligned with Arup’s

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• Min 15 relevant years of experience.
• Project Management / Design Management on complex rail projects in Southern California.
• Experience working on LA Metro rail projects in a project management or design management capacity.
• Code knowledge
• Alignment to Arup’s values within leadership, collaboration, etc.
• Creative problem-solving approach with a focus on continual improvement and delivering sustainable project outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver the annual business plan for the rail business.
• Generate quality income and manage risk to deliver value for the firm.
• Strengthen existing and establish new strategic client relationships.
• Empower high-performing leaders to engage with clients and projects.
• Create an environment of learning and innovation to attract and retain talent.
• Coordinate with the West Geography Rail Business Leader for project selection, capture planning, and bidding.
• Consult with Discipline Team Leaders on resource availability and the Geography Operations Director on commercial matters.
• Act as an active Capture Manager, establishing a capture management workflow.

Skills

Project management

Design management

LA Metro rail

Code knowledge

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Arup is seeking a Major Projects Leader for Rail & Transport in Southern California, focusing on winning work, client development, and strategic delivery. You will shape annual plans, drive revenues, and lead high-performing teams across complex rail projects, including LA Metro engagements, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and innovation.

The role requires a minimum of 15 years in project/design management for rail, code knowledge, and a values-driven leadership style aligned with Arup’s