CBTC Testing and Commissioning Manager

Wsp

The Role

Overview

Oversee CBTC testing/commissioning, ensure compliance, manage risks, and coordinate stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • interface verification
  • test monitoring
  • testing oversight
  • risk management
  • schedule integration
  • field coordination

Tasks

-Collaborate closely with the requirements management team to verify that all CBTC subsystem interfaces (onboard, wayside, interlocking, ATS, telecoms, PSD, SCADA, power, and OCC) are identified, traceable, and validated through testing. -Evaluate and monitor progress of FAT, SIT, dynamic testing, and Trial Operations to confirm compliance with verification and validation requirements. -Participate in certification readiness reviews, safety audits, and ISA assessments, providing assurance that evidence demonstrates full compliance and readiness for revenue service. -Review test reports, interface results, and commissioning packages for completeness and accuracy to support formal acceptance and safety certification. -Provide technical and managerial oversight of all Testing and Commissioning (T&C) activities to ensure supplier and designer deliverables meet contract requirements, Authority standards, and safety regulations. -Identify risks and dependencies across multiple contracts, document mitigation strategies, and proactively advise on actions needed to maintain schedule and system readiness. -Track T&C key performance indicators (KPIs), prepare progress updates, and support communication of test results, risks, and milestone status to agency leadership. -Support integration of testing activities into the overall program schedule and coordinate updates with the broader project management team. -Coordinate with the supplier, designer, and operations teams to ensure planned track access, field readiness, and commissioning activities are aligned with the agency’s safety and operational standards. -Perform additional responsibilities as required to support the successful delivery, verification, and acceptance of the CBTC signaling system

Requirements

  • cbtc
  • test validation
  • safety
  • flexibility
  • master's
  • 5+ years

What You Bring

-Demonstrated ability to review and validate test documentation, including T&C plans, test procedures, logical test sequencing, results, certification evidence, and readiness for cutover. -Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety and drug/alcohol and harassment policies. -Strong ability to quickly adapt to change and demonstrate flexibility to a variety of schedules and hours to meet business needs. -Deep understanding of CBTC architecture, including vital/non-vital subsystems, interlockings, ATS, telecoms, and OCC interfaces. -Master’s degree in engineering -Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related field -Proven experience supporting or overseeing complex brownfield CBTC deployments involving multiple suppliers, interfaces, and operational constraints. -7+ years of relevant post education experience in engineering, prior transit and rail experience, and infrastructure design. -Minimum of 5 years of CBTC Project experience.

The Company

About Wsp

-Partners with clients to create sustainable, efficient, and resilient solutions. -Known for iconic projects like the One World Trade Center and London's Crossrail. -Provides cutting-edge services in transportation, energy, water, and commercial developments. -Blends technical expertise with deep industry knowledge to solve complex challenges globally.

Sector Specialisms

Waste Management and Landfill

Water & Wastewater Tunnels

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Rail and Transit Advisory

Rail Design

Rail Electrification

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Risk and Resilience for Bridges and Civil Structures

Stormwater and Flood Risk Management

Structural Engineering for Healthcare

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Train Control Systems

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Tunnel Structural Engineering

Waste and Resources Sector (including thermal treatment, biomass energy, carbon capture, materials recovery facilities, organic waste treatment, advanced conversion, waste transfer facilities, landfill management)

Healthcare Strategy and Planning

Property Consultancy

Cost Management

Project and Programme Management

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