Rail and Transit Project Director

About the role

We are seeking a Project Director with experience in Transit Facilities, ADA Improvements, and State-of-Good-Repair to join our Rails and Transit team in New York, NY.

Responsibilities

• Grow, nurture, and strengthen external relationships with key clients, contractors, business partners, and competitors. Drive joint initiatives and use networks to influence and close deals.
• Oversee the delivery of complex projects (e.g. design-build and GEC), ensuring they meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Act as a role model and ambassador for the company, representing the brand, vision, and value proposition both internally and externally.
• Build and maintain strong networks with clients including public agencies and/or contractors, manage client accounts, and create a client-centric vision for business development.
• Lead proposals and business development efforts.
• Establish and nurture an innovative, collaborative, and high-performing work environment.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in a related field, with a preference for a master's degree.
• P.E. or R.A. License in New York State.
• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the transportation market.
• Experience in the development of rail infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience with project management and business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 15 years' experience in the transportation market.
• Experience in the development of rail infrastructure projects.
• Direct experience with project management and business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Skills

• Project Management
• Business Development
• Client Relationship Management
• Transportation Market Knowledge
• Rail Infrastructure Projects

Benefits

Depending on your employment status, AtkinsRéalis benefits may include medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits, employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting, employee stock purchase plan, Paid Time Off, leaves of absence options, flexible work options, recognition and employee satisfaction programs, employee assistance program, and voluntary benefits.

Pay

Expected compensation range is between $130,000- $216,600 annually depending on skills, experience, and geographical location.

Schedule

Full time

Ref

R-147860