AtkinsRéalis · 3 weeks ago
Track Engineering Technical Lead - Rail & Transit
US.NY.New York.10 East 40 Street
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expAtkinsRéalis is a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization seeking a Track Engineering Technical Lead - Rail & Transit to join their team in New York, NY. The role involves providing leadership and technical oversight for trackwork construction across complex rail and transit programs, ensuring compliance with operational, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Civil EngineeringConstructionEnergyInfrastructureInnovation ManagementMiningTransportation
Responsibilities
Lead CM for Trackwork: Plan and direct field execution of track construction, renewal, and rehabilitation, including alignment geometry, ballast placement, tamping, rail welding, stressing, grinding, surfacing, and turnout installation
Scope Definition & Delivery Planning: Establish Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), construction sequencing, access/possession plans, and track outage windows; coordinate with operations to minimize service impacts
Standards & Compliance: Ensure work conforms to applicable standards (e.g., AREMA, FRA Track Safety Standards, FTA, and owner-specific criteria) and project specifications; drive adherence to safety management systems and site HSE requirements
Interface Management: Align track construction with signals/communications, traction power/OCS, structures, stations, and civil works; manage hold-points for geometry verification, bonding/grounding, and signalling cutovers
Quality Assurance/Quality Control: Develop and enforce ITPs, inspection checklists, and test plans (e.g., geometry car runs, ultrasonic testing, weld qualifications); oversee material submittals, factory/plant inspections, and as-built documentation
Project Controls: Coordinate schedule (Primavera P6/MS Project), cost tracking, earned value, risk registers, and change control; provide monthly progress narratives and dashboards
Construction Documentation: Lead submittal/RFI workflows, field design clarifications, redlines, NCRs/CARs, and closeout packages; ensure configuration management of track assets
Contractor Oversight: Direct day-to-day activities of contractors and inspectors; verify labor compliance, SWPPP/erosion control, and housekeeping; resolve field issues and claims
Testing & Commissioning Support: Plan and witness pre-revenue tests (e.g., track geometry acceptance, signal interlocking verification, clearance checks); coordinate punch lists to completion
Stakeholder & Agency Liaison: Represent the program in meetings with client, operations/maintenance, regulatory bodies, utilities, and third parties; prepare briefings and technical presentations
Continuous Improvement: Monitor best practices in track construction methods, equipment, and materials; recommend improvements to plans, procedures, and standards
Other Duties: Perform related tasks assigned by the Project Director/CM Director consistent with role
Complexity : Work involves coordination, research and problem solving on a variety of engineering projects with unique or controversial problems, the solution of which has an important effect on major organization programs
Decision making: Supervision received is essentially administrative, with assignments given in terms of broad general objectives and limits. Acts independently on technical matters relating to his/her field
Work direction given to others: Supervises and/or coordinates with other senior professionals and support staff
Internal contacts: Interfaces with senior technical professionals, technical managers, and administrative staff and managers as necessary
External contacts: Represents the organization in conferences with clients, prospective clients, and regulatory agencies
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Civil Engineering, Railway Engineering, or closely related field; M.S. preferred
10+ years of progressively responsible experience in track engineering and construction, including delivery leadership for new build, rehabilitation, or capital renewal programs
Demonstrated success managing field execution, integration, and acceptance of special trackwork and mainline geometry under operational constraints
Experience with construction submittals/RFIs, QC/QA programs, and project controls on rail/transit projects
Demonstrated expertise in train control, signaling, and related safety-critical systems
Strong technical writing and communications skills, proven through technical presentations, technical papers, and/or participation in technical committees
Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., AREMA, IEEE, FRA, FTA) and safety certification processes
Ability to process paper/electronic documents and utilize computer equipment; ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing; ability to visit project sites if necessary
Ability to plan, prioritize and review project plans and documents, evaluate alternatives, and select appropriate solutions
Preferred
P.E. license is desired
Familiarity with requirements management, asset configuration, and PMIS platforms (e.g., e-Builder, SharePoint)
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Company-paid life and short- and long-term disability benefits
Employer-matched 401(k) with 100% vesting
Employee stock purchase plan
Paid Time Off
Leaves of absences options
Flexible work options
Recognition and employee satisfaction programs
Employee assistance program
Voluntary benefits
Company
AtkinsRéalis
AtkinsRéalis is a global firm offering engineering project management, and design solutions across infrastructure and energy sectors.
10001+ employees
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$619.47MKey Investors
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2024-03-26Post Ipo Debt· $294.47M
2022-11-22Post Ipo Debt· $300M
2020-07-21Post Ipo Equity· $25M
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President & CEO
Louis Véronneau
Chief Operating Officer
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