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Overhaul Project Manager - Rail Experience Required

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Overview

Rail Overhaul Project Manager at Utah Transit Authority leads and shapes transformative rail vehicle overhaul projects, collaborating with agencies such as FRA and FTA to advance sustainable transit for the Wasatch Front. This role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership in a safety-focused, innovative, and continuously improving environment. Join a forward-thinking team where your work directly impacts the community, with outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and a chance to drive meaningful change in public transportation. Responsibilities

Lead and manage comprehensive rail vehicle overhaul projects and programs from inception to completion, ensuring all objectives are met on time, within scope, and within budget. Serve as a strategic leader with extensive experience in rail systems, project management, and team coordination. Develop detailed project plans, manage resources, oversee subcontractors, ensure safety and quality standards, and maintain effective communication with stakeholders. Assure compliance and interact with federal, state, and local government agencies, particularly FRA, FTA, and UDOT. Prepare and participate in updating FTA-required Fleet Management Plans, Rail Procurement Plans, NTD reports, Overhaul program plans, TAM Plan, short/long-term capital plans, and UTA’s long-range vehicle Transit Development Plan. Compensation

Pay Rate:

$90,900.00 per year or more, depending on experience Required Education/Experience

Ten years of progressively more responsible experience in the design and preparation of specifications for rolling stock vehicles, the inspection of the manufacture of vehicles, supervision of the maintenance and overhaul of vehicles, testing and commissioning of vehicles, and/or the procurement of such vehicles. Five years’ experience leading or coordinating a project team. Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical, or other applicable 4-year engineering-related field. Education/Training (Rail Systems Knowledge)

Rail rolling stock systems (Light Rail and Commuter Rail Modes), electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems theory and design for rolling stock equipment and railway systems. Industry procedures/practices, trends, standards, regulations, and recommended practices. Procurement policies and procedures, engineering, operation, and maintenance policies. High-tech test and measurement equipment, computer diagnostic interface equipment for rolling stock systems. Document control systems, configuration management, and office automation equipment (e.g., fax, computers, scanners, digital cameras, copiers). Computer literacy, including competency in MS Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint. Highly organized, motivated, detail-oriented, and creative problem-solving skills. Strong interpersonal skills, ability to write and communicate clearly, and work closely with a team to accomplish tasks. Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment or independently with little direction. This job requires regular and predictable attendance. Benefits Offered

Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, and more Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 personal days and 9 vacation days), which increases with tenure 10 paid holidays and 2 paid floating holidays a year Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education (bachelor, master, PhD) Training, development, and career advancement opportunities. Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment) Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children Employee assistance program UTA Wellness program Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pet’s health and needs) Our mission is to move Utah. We are proud to be powered by our teams across departments, who work together to make that mission a reality. Our culture supports career growth and daily work that builds better transportation for our community.

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