Major Projects Leader - Rail & Transport

Arup

The Role

Overview

Lead rail business strategy, capture, client relations, and project delivery in Southern California.

Key Responsibilities

  • capture management
  • client relations
  • business planning
  • risk management
  • talent development
  • resource planning

Tasks

-Consult with Discipline Team Leaders on resource availability and the Geography Operations Director on commercial matters. -Champion client relationship managers, ensuring they are well-supported and accountable for growing influential relationships. -Coordinate with the West Geography Rail Business Leader for project selection, capture planning, and bidding. -Strengthen existing and establish new strategic client relationships. -Develop and deliver the annual business plan for the rail business. -Act as an active Capture Manager, establishing a capture management workflow. -Empower high-performing leaders to engage with clients and projects. -Generate quality income and manage risk to deliver value for the firm. -Create an environment of learning and innovation to attract and retain talent.

Requirements

  • bachelor's
  • 15+ years
  • project management
  • rail projects
  • code knowledge
  • mentorship

What You Bring

-Bachelor's Degree required. -Ability to share knowledge and proactively mentor and manage teams. -Creative problem-solving approach with a focus on continual improvement and delivering sustainable project outcomes. -Min 15 relevant years of experience. -Project Management / Design Management on complex rail projects in Southern California. Experience working on LA Metro rail projects in a project management or design management capacity. -Code knowledge -Alignment to Arup’s values within leadership, collaboration, etc.

The Company

About Arup

-Specializing in infrastructure, architecture, engineering, and urban planning. -Portfolio spans globally recognized projects, from landmark buildings to major transportation systems. -Engineers, designers, and planners deliver cutting-edge, innovative solutions that anticipate future needs. -Key projects include the Sydney Opera House, Crossrail in London, and the Eden Project in the UK. -Collaborative approach integrates diverse disciplines to create solutions that drive progress and innovation. -A global leader in engineering consultancy with a unique culture prioritizing creativity and client-centered solutions.

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