Strategic Advisor - Rail Operations at VANASSE HANGEN BRUSTLIN INC

New York, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 May, 26

Salary

270000.0

Posted On

07 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Rail Operations, Operations Simulation, Systems Analysis, Business Development, Strategic Relationships, Program Development, Strategic Planning, SWAT Analysis, Negotiation, Analytical Thinking, Client Relationship Building, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Marketing Strategies, Team Collaboration

Industry

Civil Engineering

Description

Overview ABOUT THE POSITION VHB is seeking a Part-time Strategic Advisor – Rail Operations to join our growing Transit & Rail Practice. The Strategic Advisor – Rail Operations will be part of a team supporting a variety of railroad and rail transit projects and pursuits across the VHB footprint. The candidate should have expertise and experience in the railroad and/or rail transit industry specifically in railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analysis. Responsibilities In this role you will advise and actively pursue new business opportunities & strategic relationships with multiple railroad and rail transit related clients across the New England, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions. You will advise and support multiple projects in the execution of railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses. You’ll be developing and promoting short-range and long-range programs, plans, and business and marketing strategies that provide strategic business opportunities (e.g., partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, alliances) in railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses. You will interface on a regular basis with both the national Transit & Rail leadership Team providing detailed analysis of ongoing business development/proposal strategies and opportunities. You will identify potential clients and partners within your areas of expertise with regional leadership to develop and maximize strategies including SWAT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Advantages, Threats) analysis against our major competitors; identify potential teaming partners and tradeoff opportunities. You will work effectively and collaboratively in a multi-discipline team environment including mentoring junior and mid-level Transit & Rail professionals Skills and Attributes In-depth knowledge and understanding of the concepts, principles, and practices of railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses as well as that of industry competitors. Advanced skills building and maintaining collaborative client relationships. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills. Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical thinking, and planning skills. Qualifications 20+ years of experience in railroad and/or rail transit and systems design services Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit business with specific experience in New England, Northeast and Mid-Atlantic railroad and rail transit organizations Bachelors Degree required; Masters Degree preferred Our best estimate of the salary range for a full time position in New York City is $200,000 - $270,000. This offer is determined based on a number of job-related factors including internal comparators, skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, and geographic location. This role is a part-time position. We are VHB! We’re an inspired and innovative team of engineers, scientists, planners, and designers who partner with clients in the transportation, real estate, institutional, and energy industries, as well as federal, state, and local governments. Our work helps improve mobility, enhance communities, and contribute to economic vitality. We do this while balancing development and infrastructure needs with stewardship of our environment. Our people make us great! VHB provides a differentiating employee experience, which includes: Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects Community and social responsibility as sustainable stewards Focus on learning, development, and career growth Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace We are consistently rated one of the top AEC firms to work for across our 30+ offices on the East Coast. We’re growing, and we hope you’ll join us! VHB is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer. Since our founding, we have intentionally fostered a culture of inclusion and belonging, supported by deep-rooted core values, one of which is diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. #LI-DB2 #LI-Hybrid

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Responsibilities

The advisor will actively pursue new business opportunities and strategic relationships with rail clients while advising on and supporting projects involving railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses. Responsibilities also include developing short-range and long-range plans, business strategies, and interfacing with national leadership on business development strategies.