Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. AECOM is a global infrastructure consulting firm committed to delivering a better world. They are seeking a Rail Operations and Maintenance Manager to oversee day-to-day rail operations, manage maintenance programs, and lead a team focused on safety and compliance.
Responsibilities
- Direct and oversee day-to-day rail operations to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient service
- Monitor operational performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed
- Develop and maintain operating procedures, schedules, and contingency plans
- Coordinate service delivery activities and respond to operational disruptions and emergencies
- Ensure compliance with all applicable FRA, FTA, OSHA, and company regulations and standards
- Lead preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs for rolling stock, track, signals, facilities, and related infrastructure
- Develop maintenance schedules and asset management strategies to maximize system reliability
- Monitor equipment performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Manage maintenance planning, resources, inventory, and vendor relationships
- Ensure timely resolution of maintenance issues affecting operations
- Lead, mentor, and develop operations and maintenance personnel
- Foster a culture centered on safety, accountability, teamwork, and customer service
- Conduct performance evaluations and support employee training and development
- Ensure adequate staffing and workforce planning to support operational requirements
- Champion a strong safety culture across all departments
- Lead investigations of incidents, accidents, and service disruptions
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, operating rules, and maintenance standards
- Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews
- Develop and manage departmental budgets
- Monitor expenditures and identify opportunities for operational efficiencies
- Support capital improvement projects and long-term asset management planning
- Provide operational analysis and reporting to senior leadership
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Transportation, Operations Management, Business, or a related field and ten years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education, including 2 years of leadership
- 7 years of progressive experience in rail operations, maintenance, or transportation management
- 3 years of leadership experience managing operational and/or maintenance teams
- Experience in rail systems, rolling stock, track infrastructure, signal systems, and maintenance practices
- Experience with safety management systems and regulatory compliance
- Experience in problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making
- Experience in passenger rail, commuter rail, light rail, heavy rail, or transit systems
- Professional certifications related to transportation, maintenance, safety, or project management
- Familiarity with CMMS, asset management systems, and performance reporting tools
- Knowledge of FRA, FTA, OSHA, and applicable transportation regulations
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life
- AD&D
- Disability benefits
- Paid time off
- Leaves of absences
- Voluntary benefits
- Perks
- Flexible work options
- Well-being resources
- Employee assistance program
- Business travel insurance
- Service recognition awards
- Retirement savings plan
- Employee stock purchase plan
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