Rail Infrastructure Advisor

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we work to weave diversity, equity, and inclusion into our work and foster a sense of belonging throughout the company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves:
What is our impact on the world?
Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.
In the role ofRail Infrastructure Advisor , we'll count on you to:

Take responsibility for all aspects of client and design-team management of commuter, shortline, freight, transit and class-one rail projects
Coordinate the planning and environmental process; manage the assembly of plans, specifications and construction estimate packages
Serve as a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization that resolves problems of greater scope and complexity while planning and developing projects or designing activities that have significant impact on major company programs
Be able to plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians
Serve as Project Manager on larger projects as needed; project management is not sole focus of position
Serve as a high-level point of contact between the client and HDR
Perform other duties as needed
Proficient with InRail/InRoad
Preferred Qualifications
We are seeking an Experienced Rail Infrastructure Advisor with extensive expertise in both freight and passenger rail operations
The ideal candidate will possess a broad understanding of multiple rail activities, rather than focusing solely on specialized areas such as signalling, infrastructure design, or operations.
We are looking for individuals with 10+ years of experience in the rail sector.
Required Qualifications
10 years experience in railway engineering and managing complex multidisciplinary railway projects
Professional Engineer (PE) license
Proficient with MicroStation, OpenRail Designer/OpenRoadsDesigner, and/or AutoCAD and Civil3D
Skilled in technical writing, communicating and presenting to clients and the public
Demonstrated ability to lead a team on railway projects
Should be familiar with water and wastewater treatment processes and technologies
Computer literate with MS Office (Word, Excel, Project)
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.
Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.
Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.
Primary LocationSchedule:
Full-time
Employee StatusRegular
Business Class:
Transportation Planning
Job PostingSep 13, 2024
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.
We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.
Ready to learn more? Let's work together to make great things possible.
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