VP - Track Construction

Brightline West Trains; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Brightline West Trains is seeking a VP – Track Construction to lead the delivery of track infrastructure for a high-speed rail program between Las Vegas and Southern California. The candidate will manage project oversight while ensuring compliance with FRA regulations and successful project delivery.

The ideal applicant will have a minimum of 15 years of experience in railway infrastructure, with extensive leadership in complex transportation projects. This role offers the chance to shape the future of train travel in America.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years railway infrastructure experience, with 10 years in senior leadership.
• Demonstrated experience in passenger and freight railway infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with FRA regulations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of track delivery for a Class 9 high-speed rail program.
• Provide executive oversight of track design reviews.
• Direct project management activities including budget and schedule.

Skills

Leadership and team management

Stakeholder engagement

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

BS in engineering or associated discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

Job description

Company Overview

Come shape the future of American travel by joining the Brightline West team. We are working to reimagine greener, better, and faster train travel! After Brightline Florida completed the first passenger rail system connecting Miami and Orlando, Brightline West was formed to connect Las Vegas and Southern California through the nation’s first true high‑speed, electric passenger rail system. Reaching speeds of more than 186 miles per hour, this 218‑mile high‑speed rail service will take passengers from Las Vegas to the Greater Los Angeles area twice as fast as the normal drive time.

We are looking for talented individuals who share our pioneering mindset for building something that’s the first of its kind and have a bright vision for redefining the future of American travel.

Your Purpose

As a VP – Track Construction you will lead the delivery of all track infrastructure for a Class 9 High‑Speed Rail program. The successful candidate is responsible for the successful planning, design oversight, construction, contract administration, regulatory compliance, testing readiness, and final acceptance of all track assets. This role requires extensive experience delivering rail infrastructure under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), ensuring compliance with applicable federal regulations, safety requirements, and project specifications.

If you have the courage to lead, build strong relationships with people across different perspectives, and are driven to make things happen for your teammates, this is the perfect opportunity!

Your Role

• Lead all aspects of track delivery from design through final acceptance for a Class 9 high‑speed rail program.
• Provide executive oversight of track design reviews to ensure constructability, maintainability, operational performance, and FRA compliance.
• Direct project management activities including budget, schedule, risk, staffing, and executive reporting.
• Lead contract administration, procurement support, change management, claims resolution, and contractor performance.
• Oversee construction of ballasted and slab track, turnouts, rail systems, and associated infrastructure.
• Ensure effective coordination with civil, systems, OCS, TPSS, signaling & communications, testing, rolling stock, and operations teams.
• Establish and oversee quality assurance, inspection, testing, and turnover processes leading to infrastructure acceptance.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable FRA regulations, 49 CFR requirements, project specifications, safety standards, and quality requirements.
• Serve as the executive interface with owners, contractors, engineering consultants, regulatory agencies, and operations stakeholders.
• Lead the successful turnover of track infrastructure for dynamic testing, commissioning, and revenue service.

Managerial Responsibility

Direct supervisory responsibility including the ability to hire, transfer, suspend, lay off, recall, promote, discharge, assign, reward or discipline or effectively recommend such actions.

Experience & Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• Minimum 15 years of railway infrastructure experience, including at least 10 years in senior leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience delivering railway infrastructure for passenger and/or freight operations.
• Extensive experience working with the FRA and applying FRA regulations, safety standards, and project acceptance requirements.
• Proven leadership of large, complex transportation infrastructure projects using Design‑Build, Progressive Design‑Build, EPC, or similar delivery models.
• Strong experience in track systems, construction management, contract management, project controls, quality management, and stakeholder engagement.

Preferred Education And Experience

• BS in engineering or associated discipline.
• Demonstrated experience delivering high speed railway infrastructure (186–220+ mph / 300–350+ km/h).
• Direct experience with Class 7, 8, and 9 track design and construction.
• Familiarity with international high‑speed rail standards and best practices, including EN standards.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams and external partners.
• Demonstrated abilities to manage projects.
• Strong quantitative, analytical skills with attention to detail and accuracy and ability to make data‑driven decisions.
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and presentation skills; including the ability to provide written and verbal direction effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

DXE Management, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, DXE Management, LLC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

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