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Senior Rail Operations Project Manager
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Develop operating plans for freight and passenger rail projects Create and deliver planning documents, reports, and presentations that describe and elaborate new or changed rail operations Advise and mentor Rail Traffic Controller (RTC) modelers, support the development of realistic RTC model inputs, and analyze and verify RTC model outputs Provide freight and passenger rail operations expertise to internal HDR team members, including engineers, economists, planners and environmental scientists Be the primary point of contact with clients and maintain HDRs reputation as an expert, trusted advisor Maintain and develop client relationships with freight railroad officials and public agency officials Participate in industry associations and events Lead proposal development efforts Demonstrate ownership and personal responsibility for delivering quality products that adhere to scope, schedule, and budget while meeting client expectations Qualifications
The successful candidate will have verifiable experience in freight rail planning and understand national freight rail traffic patterns; typical main line, yard, and branch line operating practices; regulatory requirements related to rail operations; and operational needs and market strategies of the railroad industry. Preferred Qualifications: Broad knowledge of U.S. and Canadian freight railroad operations, regulations, networks, markets, infrastructure, and rail network strategic planning; familiarity with ownership, traffic characteristics, geography, and roles of rail lines and rail traffic types in the U.S. and Canada; knowledge of RTC model terminology, inputs, and outputs Experience in railroad operations or operations planning with a Class I or II railroad in roles such as Trainmaster, Train Dispatcher, Manager of Train Operations, or Service Designer At least 15 years of experience in the railroad industry Knowledge of intercity and commuter passenger rail operations and interactions on shared corridors Experience in writing and preparing documents to support projects including grant applications, operating plans, economic models, Service Development Plans, Project Management Plans, and Project Financial Plans Bachelors degree in engineering, economics, communications, or social sciences (preferred) Knowledge of RTC model usage and ability to work with modelers to develop inputs and present results Travel Requirements: Travel may be up to 50% Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field 10 years related experience Minimum of 5 years of project management experience Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software Strong ability to interact with design teams and demonstrate excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills Commitment to HDRs employee-owned culture Location and Benefits
Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership and wellbeing, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time away, parental leave, retirement savings with employer match, and more. Compensation ranges vary by location and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Join to apply for the
Senior Rail Operations Project Manager
role at
HDR . Responsibilities
Develop operating plans for freight and passenger rail projects Create and deliver planning documents, reports, and presentations that describe and elaborate new or changed rail operations Advise and mentor Rail Traffic Controller (RTC) modelers, support the development of realistic RTC model inputs, and analyze and verify RTC model outputs Provide freight and passenger rail operations expertise to internal HDR team members, including engineers, economists, planners and environmental scientists Be the primary point of contact with clients and maintain HDRs reputation as an expert, trusted advisor Maintain and develop client relationships with freight railroad officials and public agency officials Participate in industry associations and events Lead proposal development efforts Demonstrate ownership and personal responsibility for delivering quality products that adhere to scope, schedule, and budget while meeting client expectations Qualifications
The successful candidate will have verifiable experience in freight rail planning and understand national freight rail traffic patterns; typical main line, yard, and branch line operating practices; regulatory requirements related to rail operations; and operational needs and market strategies of the railroad industry. Preferred Qualifications: Broad knowledge of U.S. and Canadian freight railroad operations, regulations, networks, markets, infrastructure, and rail network strategic planning; familiarity with ownership, traffic characteristics, geography, and roles of rail lines and rail traffic types in the U.S. and Canada; knowledge of RTC model terminology, inputs, and outputs Experience in railroad operations or operations planning with a Class I or II railroad in roles such as Trainmaster, Train Dispatcher, Manager of Train Operations, or Service Designer At least 15 years of experience in the railroad industry Knowledge of intercity and commuter passenger rail operations and interactions on shared corridors Experience in writing and preparing documents to support projects including grant applications, operating plans, economic models, Service Development Plans, Project Management Plans, and Project Financial Plans Bachelors degree in engineering, economics, communications, or social sciences (preferred) Knowledge of RTC model usage and ability to work with modelers to develop inputs and present results Travel Requirements: Travel may be up to 50% Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field 10 years related experience Minimum of 5 years of project management experience Proficiency with Microsoft Office, estimating and scheduling software, project management software Strong ability to interact with design teams and demonstrate excellent organizational, project management, and communication skills Commitment to HDRs employee-owned culture Location and Benefits
Primary Location: United States-Nebraska-Omaha HDR offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports employee ownership and wellbeing, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time away, parental leave, retirement savings with employer match, and more. Compensation ranges vary by location and experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr