WSP Austin , TX 78719
Posted 2 weeks ago
This Opportunity
WSP is currently initiating a search for a Senior Engineering Manager for our Austin, TX office. Be involved in projects with our Transit and Rail Team and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client's objectives and solves their challenges.
Our Austin office is seeking an experienced rail systems engineering manager to provide project and overall program management leadership, oversight of Systems implementation efforts related to both light rail and commuter rail transit systems design. Candidate should be familiar with all phases of project execution including design, procurement, construction, and testing and commissioning. Candidate must have experience with rail systems design and construction management, and be capable of making decisions on significant engineering problems and issues. Candidate should be familiar with multi disciplinary interface management and be familiar with integrated testing planning. This candidate should be enthusiastic, self-motivated and capable of leading project teams and staff. Candidate must have good written and verbal communication skills and be comfortable presenting to WSP and Client Executive Leadership.
Your Impact
Lead project teams and manage staff
Manage and provide oversight of rail systems design and construction
Perform design reviews and quality reviews of all rail systems related deliverables and documentation
Provide oversight of Rail Activation and Integrated Testing and Commissioning
Participate in marketing and business development efforts
This position may support a wide variety of projects, including those for states, transit agencies, and other agency and railroads throughout the Central and Western United States.
Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP's health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies
Update WSP and Client Executive Leadership via written and verbal communication
Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct and adhere to WSP's Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
Who You Are
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or closely related discipline.
12+ years of railroad and/or transit industry systems engineering experience
Minimum 10 years of management experience
Field experience is a plus
Quality Control / Quality Assurance experience
Proficiency with CADD software, MS Office software
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients and team members
The selected candidate must have the ability to work in the United States immediately.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional registration or ability to get license within a 6 month period preferred
Experience with Microsoft Project or Primavera scheduling software
This role is subject to a client-mandated drug/alcohol testing policy. As such, employee may be subject to random drug/alcohol tests. A copy of this policy will be provided during employee onboarding and is available upon applicant request.
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