Rail Overhaul Project Manager

Utah Transit Authority

Take the drivers seat in shaping the future of transit as the Rail Overhaul Project Manager at Utah Transit Authority! In this position, you will lead transformative rail vehicle overhaul projects and collaborate with key agencies like FRA and FTA to shape the future of sustainable transit for the Wasatch Front. This is your chance to combine technical expertise with strategic leadership in a dynamic environment that values safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Join a forward-thinking team where your work will directly impact the community, and enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities, and enjoy satisfaction of driving meaningful change in public transportation that will shape the future of our community.

As the Rail Overhaul Project Manager , you will:
• Lead and manage comprehensive rail vehicle overhaul projects and programs from inception to completion, ensuring all objectives are met on time, within scope, and within budget.
• Need to be a strategic leader with extensive experience in rail systems, project management, and team coordination.
• Take responsibility for developing detailed project plans, managing resources, overseeing subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and maintaining effective communication with stakeholders.
• Assure compliance and interact with other federal, state, and local government agencies, particularly FRA, FTA, and UDOT.
• Prepare and participate in updating FTA-required Fleet Management Plans, Rail Procurement Plans, NTD reports, Overhaul program plans, TAM Plan, short/long-term capital plans, and UTAs long-range vehicle Transit Development Plan.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION/TRAINING
• Ten years of progressively more responsible experience in the design and preparation of specifications for rolling stock vehicles, the inspection of the manufacture of vehicles, supervision of the maintenance and overhaul of vehicles, testing and commissioning of vehicles, and/or the procurement of such vehicles.
• Five years experience leading or coordinating a project team.
• Bachelors degree in electrical, mechanical, or other applicable 4-year engineering related field.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
• Rail rolling stock systems (Light Rail and Commuter Rail Modes), electronic, electrical, and mechanical systems theory and design for rolling stock equipment and railway systems.
• Industry procedures/practices, trends, standards, regulations, and recommended practices.
• Procurement policies and procedures, engineering, operation, and maintenance policies.
• High-tech test and measurement equipment, computer diagnostic interface equipment for rolling stock systems.
• Document control systems, configuration management, and office automation equipment (e.g., fax, computers, scanners, digital cameras, copiers).
• Computer literacy, including competency in MS Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint.
• Highly organized, motivated, detail-oriented, and creative problem-solving skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to write and communicate clearly, and work closely, productively, and effectively with a team to accomplish tasks.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment or independently with little direction.
• This job requires regular and predictable attendance.

ABILITIES (UTA Competencies)
• Embraces Outward Mindset Exhibiting strong E.I. skills (self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship management). Relating comfortably with people across levels, functions, culture, and geography. Partnering with others to get work done. Managing conflict. Seeking feedback without being defensive.
• Develops Self & Others Taking action to continuously improve. Accepting assignments that broaden capabilities. Placing a high priority on developing others. Developing others through coaching, feedback, exposure, and stretch assignments.
• Ensures Fairness Concerned with the welfare of others and expressing that concern on a personal level. Distributing resources fairly. Giving others a voice prior to reaching decisions that affect them. Reaching decisions through a fair process. Explaining to others why and how decisions were made that impact them.
• Puts Safety First Acting as a Safety Ambassador by working safely, complying with requirements and serving as an example to others. Wearing required personal protective equipment. Supporting safety activities. Promptly reporting hazards, unsafe work practices, near misses, and accidents.
• Instills Trust Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values Differences Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
• Builds Effective Teams Building strong-identity teams that apply their diverse skills and perspectives to achieve common goals.
• Drives Engagement Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Ensures Accountability Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
• OR -

An equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

[UTA reserves the right to determine the equivalencies of education and experience.]

As a full-time Administrative Employee, your Total Rewards Benefits Package will include:
• Health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance (eligible after 30 days of employment), with Flexible Spending and Dependent Care accounts. Choice between Traditional Co-Pay or High Deductible Health Plans for medical coverage. HSA with company match available to employees enrolled in the HDHP. Benefit plans include coverage for domestic partners (eligibility affidavit required for coverage).
• Onsite Health and Wellness Clinics for medical care at no cost to employees, spouses, domestic partners, and dependent children.
• 22 days of accrued paid time off (13 vacation days and 9 sick days), which increases with tenure at UTA.
• 10 paid holidays and two paid (2) floating holidays per year.
• Retirement options - Pension Plan with 5-year vesting schedule and 457 Contribution Plan, available for immediate contributions and company matching.
• Generous tuition reimbursement for higher education, available for any higher education degree (bachelor, master, or PHD). Course of study must be approved prior to enrollment.
• Training, development, and career advancement opportunities.
• Paid parental leave for birth, adoption, and child placement (after 12 months of employment).
• Free transit passes for employees, their spouses, and their dependent children.
• Employee assistance program includes counseling, legal services, financial planning, etc.
• UTA Well a comprehensive wellness program designed to support employees and dependents in their health and wellness goals.
• Free on-site fitness facilities and discounted membership to VASA Fitness and EoS Fitness.
• Discounted cell phone plans with T-Mobile and AT&T.
• Pet insurance plan options (tailored plan coverage based on pets health and needs).