Transit & Rail Market Leader – New York
Vhb
Lead and grow VHB's Transit & Rail practice in New York, overseeing projects and business development.
21 days ago ago
$190,000 - $285,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
New York, NY
Hybrid
Company Size
2,600 Employees
Service Specialisms
Transportation Planning + Engineering
Land Development
Environmental
Planning + Design
Energy Solutions
Technology Solutions
Sector Specialisms
Transportation
Real Estate
Institutional
Energy
Federal Government
State Government
Local Government
Healthcare
Role
What you would be doing
budget management
resource allocation
scope development
rail systems
client engagement
team leadership
- Build a culture of accountability, collaboration, and knowledge-sharing.
- Support skills development plans and succession strategies across the Transit & Rail practice.
- Develop scopes, budgets, staffing plans, and profitability strategies for large-scale projects.
- Monitor workload, project deployment, and resource allocation across pursuits.
- Contribute to annual business planning and regional growth strategy in alignment with VHB’s Strategic Plan.
- Ensure quality, compliance, budget management, and client satisfaction across all projects.
- Identify, qualify, and secure strategic pursuits in program management, construction management, rail systems design, planning, and alternative delivery.
- Promote continuous improvement, innovation, and best practices in delivery.
- Direct and mentor multidisciplinary teams of engineers, planners, and designers, fostering technical excellence and professional growth.
- Represent VHB at regional conferences, seminars, and industry events to raise visibility and expand the firm’s New York Area Transit & Rail presence.
- Serve as Project Director/Principal for complex transit and rail assignments, overseeing planning and conceptual, preliminary, and final design.
- Coordinate teaming decisions with the Northeast Regional and Managing Directors to strengthen pursuit positioning.
- Recruit, retain, and develop top Transit & Rail talent in the New York office and throughout the Northeast Region.
- Drive backlog growth with a goal of securing $25M in annual new revenue within 3 years.
- Lead client engagement with MTA, Amtrak, PATH, NJ Transit, and major contractors while leading and participating in VHB client focus teams.
- Provide subject matter expertise in rail systems, including track, traction power, signals, communications, and systems integration.
What you bring
project management
transit rail
pe license
civil engineering
leadership
10+ years
- Proven success in managing large, multidisciplinary teams and multi-million-dollar transportation projects.
- The candidate must possess a focus and understanding on transit and rail operations and how to deliver projects that maintain operations during construction.
- Self-motivated, entrepreneurial mindset with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated relationships with MTA Construction and Development (MTA C&D), New York City Transit, Metro-North Railroad, Long Island Rail Road, Amtrak, NJ Transit, PATH, and New York contractor community.
- Recognized thought leader in Transit & Rail with deep New York market relationships.
- Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and local transit/rail regulations, programs, and funding mechanisms.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related field required.
- Strong project and client management skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels.
- At least 10 years of project management experience.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in transit and rail design, management, planning and implementation of rail transit projects, including leading a team of engineers, planners, and designers, program/construction management, or systems engineering. 20+ years of experience preferred
- Excellent leadership and supervisory skills; proven ability to mentor, inspire, and build high-performing teams.
- Strong technical and business development credibility with a track record of winning major pursuits.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license in NY required; NJ, CT, and PA preferred or ability to obtain within six (6) months.
- Opportunity to work on complex, transformational projects
- Focus on learning, development, and career growth
- Best-in-class benefits, including flexible, hybrid workplace
- Diverse and inclusive culture of collaboration and innovation
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1979
Year Established
The company was established in Watertown, Massachusetts, marking its beginnings as a civil engineering firm.
Top ENR Rankings
Revenue-Based Rankings
The firm has achieved notable rankings in the Engineering News-Record, reflecting its reputation as a leading design and transportation firm.
April 2025 Acquisition
Coastal Engineering Expansion
VHB expanded its service offerings by acquiring a coastal-engineering boutique, enhancing its regional presence and technical capabilities.
- A small civil engineering shop serving local communities.
- Evolved into a multidisciplinary firm tackling engineering, planning, design, and environmental challenges.
- Known for managing landmark infrastructure projects—from the South Coast Rail bridges to coastal resilience plans.
- Blends transportation planning, environmental stewardship, energy solutions, and land development under one roof.
- Demonstrated impact beyond design by detecting a critical bridge defect in Providence days before emergency closure.
- Remains rooted in civil engineering but shines for its integrated solutions and hands-on role in transformative public infrastructure.
- Committed to delivering exceptional client service and building long-term relationships.
- A culture of collaboration, where diverse perspectives drive innovative solutions.
- Integrity in all interactions, with a focus on providing value to clients, communities, and colleagues.
- Fostering a supportive work environment where employees are encouraged to grow and take ownership of their career development.
- Promoting a strong work-life balance with flexible work arrangements.
- Investing in technology and systems to enhance productivity and streamline processes.
2050
Net-Zero Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050.
- Committed to sustainability by helping clients achieve environmental goals through innovative solutions.
- Incorporates sustainable practices in operations and projects, focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and reducing carbon footprints.
- Provides services in areas like sustainable infrastructure, water resources, and environmental planning.
- Focus on green building standards, with numerous LEED-certified projects.
- Supports carbon offsetting initiatives through various environmental programs.
- Dedicated to building a diverse workforce that reflects the communities served.
- Strives to create an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and supported.
- Ongoing initiatives to increase female representation in leadership roles and technical positions.
- Regular employee training programs focused on inclusion and diversity awareness.
- Commitment to measurable progress in diversity across recruitment and retention practices.
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