Principal Project Manager - Rolling Stock - Mott MacDonald
Los Angeles, CA 90027
About the Job
Here at Mott MacDonald, we are experts in engineering, management, and development services supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. One of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves in our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through the connected thinking of our 20,000+ talented consultants. Sustainability and innovation are at the heart of all of our sectors which, in North America include Advisory, Built Environment, Energy, Transportation, and Water.Mott MacDonald is currently seeking a rolling stock Principal Project Manager/Vehicle Engineer to manage and lead key rolling stock projects and support business growth in North America. This candidate will be based in our Los Angeles, CA office and will be responsible for the following:Providing rolling stock project management and technical expertise to external and internal clientsOverseeing the management of contract budgetsMonitoring the progress of projects and working with clients and stakeholders to resolve critical technical issuesStrategic consultant advice and planning providing solutions for rail fleet expansion, upgrade, procurement, and new technologiesMaintaining and building client relationships to grow the businessProviding strategic advice and oversight of vehicle procurement, and performance improvement projectsCollaborating with other disciplines to ensure rolling stock integration is addressed
Candidate Specification:Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent and Professional Engineer (PE) registration or equivalent is preferredMust have 15-years minimum experience as a senior rolling stock manager/engineerExperienced with rail vehicle procurement, specification development, general engineering, design reviews, systems integration and the management of general engineering task orientated programs. Testing and commissioning, quality assurance, maintenance, overhaul, and operational experience would be seen as a benefitExperienced with various rail modes, vehicle types, and suppliersMust have excellent communication skills, and experience in:
client representationmanaging contract budgetsproject managementprocurementdesign reviewasset managementsystems integrationproducing technical specifications and report writinggeneral knowledge and appreciation of recognized industry standards and best practice related to rail vehiclesdeveloping proposals to provide engineering services and technical supportAbility to be flexible and work both autonomously and within a teamCapacity to effectively work in a dynamic environment dealing with multiple disciplines and tasksOur teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
Salary Range: $155,000 - $188,000Benefits: 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insuranceEquality, diversity and inclusionWe put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.Equal employment opportunity is the law. English versionSpanish versionChinese versionAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.Hybrid working policyAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.More about Mott MacDonaldWe’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence
Candidate Specification:Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent and Professional Engineer (PE) registration or equivalent is preferredMust have 15-years minimum experience as a senior rolling stock manager/engineerExperienced with rail vehicle procurement, specification development, general engineering, design reviews, systems integration and the management of general engineering task orientated programs. Testing and commissioning, quality assurance, maintenance, overhaul, and operational experience would be seen as a benefitExperienced with various rail modes, vehicle types, and suppliersMust have excellent communication skills, and experience in:
client representationmanaging contract budgetsproject managementprocurementdesign reviewasset managementsystems integrationproducing technical specifications and report writinggeneral knowledge and appreciation of recognized industry standards and best practice related to rail vehiclesdeveloping proposals to provide engineering services and technical supportAbility to be flexible and work both autonomously and within a teamCapacity to effectively work in a dynamic environment dealing with multiple disciplines and tasksOur teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you! Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.
Salary Range: $155,000 - $188,000Benefits: 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, STD/LTD disability, holiday, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insuranceEquality, diversity and inclusionWe put equality, diversity and inclusion at the heart of our business, seeking to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.Equal employment opportunity is the law. English versionSpanish versionChinese versionAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.Hybrid working policyAt Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.More about Mott MacDonaldWe’re a global engineering, management and development consultancy.Our purpose is to improve society by considering social outcomes in everything we do, relentlessly focusing on excellence and digital innovation, transforming our clients’ businesses, our communities and employee opportunities.A fundamental part of this is respecting each person’s differences and striving to meet their needs.Our values: progress, respect, integrity, drive, excellence
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