HNTB
Overview
The Rail Communications Department Manager will have overall responsibility for operations and delivery for the rail communications practice. This group is comprised of communications engineers that provide designs and construction phase services for rail and transit clients across the nation inclusive of SCADA, radio systems, passenger information systems, networking, security, and all other communications support systems.
Responsibilities
Leads the rail and transit communications department in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control.
Coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time.
Provides technical coaching and mentoring and ensures efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high‑quality service.
Directly and indirectly supervises at least 15 but typically 17–20 or more employees.
Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office budget and forecast updates.
Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and SSA process on project pursuits within the department and office, including development of department‑level strategic planning strategies.
Supports the contracting (SCA) process through project delivery, including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
Supports the project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, and to the client's satisfaction.
Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction and leads sales and marketing efforts for the department's growth.
Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff, including development of plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Manages assigned project management activities (scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
Leads multiple teams and the direct and indirect supervision of at least 15, typically 17–20 or more employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
10 or more years' experience in design and management of rail and transit communications systems.
5 or more years' experience in project management of a technical team.
5 or more years' experience in developing technical proposals.
Technical expertise in the design of networks, radio systems, passenger information systems, security systems, and SCADA.
Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Additional Information
Location: Chelmsford, MA (Lexington)
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
ReqID: R-27211
HNTB is an Equal Opportunity Employer; disability and veteran status are considered in hiring.
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Responsibilities
Leads the rail and transit communications department in the design, development and delivery of project tasks while managing scope, budget, and quality control.
Coordinates project priorities, staffing schedules, and staff assignments to ensure clients are provided the proper resources at the appropriate time.
Provides technical coaching and mentoring and ensures efficient, productive utilization of staff in providing high‑quality service.
Directly and indirectly supervises at least 15 but typically 17–20 or more employees.
Develops, monitors and manages the department's operating budget in support of the group or office budget and forecast updates.
Supports the implementation of the firm's strategic plan and SSA process on project pursuits within the department and office, including development of department‑level strategic planning strategies.
Supports the contracting (SCA) process through project delivery, including scope, work plan and fee reviews for all contracting activities impacting the department.
Supports the project delivery (SDA) process including Work Planning, Monthly Project Reviews and other project performance methods to ensure quality work, on time, and to the client's satisfaction.
Assists in marketing responsibilities, including client discovery, proposal generation, interviews, and win‑to‑work activities.
Maintains client contacts to ensure client satisfaction and leads sales and marketing efforts for the department's growth.
Recruits, hires, develops and retains department staff, including development of plans for staff reporting, performance and compensation reviews, and succession.
Manages assigned project management activities (scope, schedule, budget and quality management) and performs technical discipline tasks including research, reports, design, specifications and plan preparation.
Leads multiple teams and the direct and indirect supervision of at least 15, typically 17–20 or more employees.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering with 10 years of practical experience including 2 years of supervisory experience.
Preferred Qualifications
10 or more years' experience in design and management of rail and transit communications systems.
5 or more years' experience in project management of a technical team.
5 or more years' experience in developing technical proposals.
Technical expertise in the design of networks, radio systems, passenger information systems, security systems, and SCADA.
Professional Engineer (PE) certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
Additional Information
Location: Chelmsford, MA (Lexington)
Visa sponsorship is available for this position.
ReqID: R-27211
HNTB is an Equal Opportunity Employer; disability and veteran status are considered in hiring.
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