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Brightline West Trains

Director of Construction

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Brightline West Trains
Builds a 218‑mile, all‑electric high‑speed passenger rail between Las Vegas and Southern California in ~2 hours.
Lead civil construction for high‑speed rail, managing contracts, compliance, and schedule.
14d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Las Vegas, NV
Onsite
Company Size
223 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction & Development
Engineering
Construction Management
Planning
Development
Financing
Vendor/Subcontractor Engagement
Sector Specialisms
Transport
Infrastructure
Rail Transportation
Heavy Civil
Buildings
Operations Control
Maintenance Facilities
Energy
Role
What you would be doing
contract management
technical oversight
project planning
risk management
regulatory compliance
reporting
  • Prepare reports for submission to the VP
  • Manage prime contracts
  • Provide technical direction, oversight and guidance of external technical advisers and design
  • Take necessary care to properly protect the confidentiality, integrity and availability of corporate information from unauthorized disclosure
  • Development and maintenance of the construction project management plan
  • Manage construction acceptance, risks and schedule
  • Set and maintain a high level of professional standards
  • Managing compliance with all reporting requirements of Caltrans and FRA
  • Managing compliance of the highway, track and systems with Caltrans and other regulatory agencies
  • Manage meetings with Caltrans and Contractor
  • Aid in the construction management team build-out and hiring processes
  • Oversight of major civil and system contracts in a highway environment
What you bring
bs engineering
project delivery
resident engineer
heavy civil
analytical skills
teamwork
  • BS in engineering or an associated discipline or equivalent.
  • Successful track-record of on-time, on-budget project delivery.
  • Experience as a CALTRANS or other DOT Resident Engineer preferred
  • 12 to 20 years’ experience in heavy civil, rail or a similar field. Successful high-speed rail delivery is a plus
  • Excellent analytical capabilities as well as written and oral presentation and communication skills.
  • Excellent inter-personal skills with proven ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplined management team.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
2024 Groundbreaking
Construction Commenced
High-speed rail system construction began on April 22, 2024, marking the start of a significant infrastructure project.
218 Miles
Rail System Span
The electric rail system connects major cities, offering a high-speed alternative to traditional travel.
$12B Budget
Project Funding
The project combines federal grants and private investments, demonstrating significant financial commitment.
400k Tons CO₂
Annual Emissions Reduction
The rail system aims to significantly reduce carbon emissions, contributing to environmental sustainability.
  • Rebranded from earlier projects and acquired by Fortress.
  • Currently constructing the nation's first true high-speed rail system along the I-15 median.
  • Collaborates with Siemens to build ten AP 220 trainsets under a 30-year maintenance contract in Nevada.
  • Stations span Las Vegas, Victor Valley, Hesperia, and Rancho Cucamonga, with Metrolink links to downtown LA.
  • Utilizes union labor across 13 rail and building trades, deploying significant infrastructure materials.
  • Incorporates wildlife overpasses and zero-grade crossings to protect desert ecosystems.
  • Aims to transform travel by halving drive time and easing I-15 congestion.
Culture + Values
Environment + Sustainability
400,000+ tons CO₂ annually
CO₂ Reduction
Reduces greenhouse gas emissions through the use of all-electric, zero-emission high-speed trains.
700 million miles
Vehicle Miles Reduced
Decreases the total distance traveled by vehicles, contributing to lower carbon emissions.
16,000 short‑haul flights
Flight Emissions Eliminated
Equivalent reduction in flights due to high-speed rail usage, lowering air travel emissions.
100% emission‑free power by 2045
Renewable Energy Goal
Aim to source all electricity from green power providers by 2045.
  • Supports design and construction of three wildlife overcrossings and upgrades over 600 culverts across I‑15 for regional habitat connectivity
  • Foresees sustainable station design with EV charging, water‑efficient irrigation, paperless ticketing, recycled/reclaimed materials, and integration with transit‑oriented development
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