Executive Director of Transit and Rail Business Line

This Opportunity

WSP is currently initiating a search for an Executive Director of Transit and Rail Business Line. The candidate can sit out of any mutually WSP USA office - preferably Washington, DC/ New York, NY/ Boston, MA/ Chicago, IL.  This individual will be responsible for strategic planning, business development, project management, and team leadership to deliver high-quality transit and rail solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the transit and rail industry, a strong network of industry contacts, and a proven track record of successful project delivery.

Lead our nationwide Transit & Rail Business line as part of Transportation and Infrastructure group and be a part of a growing organization that meets our client’s objectives and solves their challenges. 

At WSP, we are driven by inspiring the right people to be part of our future-focused business objectives. Our devotion to teamwork has allowed us to build communities and expand our skylines. Here at WSP, anything is within our reach and yours as a WSP employee. Come join us and help shape the future!
 

Your Impact

• Duties and Responsibilities: 
  • Strategic Leadership
    • Develop and implement the business line strategy in alignment with the company’s overall goals and objectives.
    • Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the transit and rail sectors.
    • Monitor industry trends and market conditions to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Business Development
    • Build and maintain relationships with key clients, stakeholders, and industry partners.
    • Lead proposal development, presentations, and negotiations to secure new projects.
    • Represent the company at industry conferences, events, and meetings.
  • Project Management
    • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transit and rail projects.
    • Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
    • Manage project teams, including internal staff and external consultants.
  • Team Leadership
    • Mentor, develop, and manage a team of professionals in the transit and rail business line.
    • Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment.
    • Promote professional development and continuous learning within the team.
  • Financial Management
    • Develop and manage the business line’s budget and financial performance.
    • Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) and business metrics.
    • Ensure financial targets and profitability are achieved.
  • Compliance and Quality Assurance
    • Ensure all projects comply with relevant regulations, standards, and guidelines.
    • Implement and maintain quality assurance processes and procedures.
    • Address any issues or challenges that arise during project execution.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources and conduct, and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.
   

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Transportation Planning, or a related field.
• Minimum 20+ years of related transit/rail experience, including 10+ years of experience in leadership, project management, client services management, or business development activities for large-scale transportation clients and/or projects.
• Experience in client prepositioning activities, team (internal and external partners) and proposal development, and execution of selection interviews.
• Track record of managing and growing a technical/engineering staff and promoting a Transit/Rail Center of Excellence.
• Strong business acumen and financial management skills.
• Exercise responsible and ethical decision-making regarding company funds, resources, and conduct and adhere to WSP’s Code of Conduct and related policies and procedures
• Proven track record of upholding workplace safety and ability to abide by WSP’s health, safety, and drug/alcohol and harassment policies 
• Ability to travel as needed for client meetings, site visits, and industry events.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer certification
• Masters in Engineering.
• Proven leader in developing and nurturing relationships with key clients.
• A recognized leader in professional organizations.

 

WSP Benefits:

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