Rail Engineering Group Leader

V3 Companies, a multidisciplinary AEC firm, is seeking a Rail Engineering Group Leader in our Illinois office, where you will contribute to career-defining projects that reimagine our built and natural world.

You'll change the shape of your community by connecting people and designing roads, creating impact that lasts. And, as part of our Transportation Planning & Design team, you will collaborate with 450+ designers, engineers, and scientists to make meaningful, effective change across North America.

Here's what you'll do:

• Provide daytoday leadership of the Illinois Rail Design team, including setting goals, establishing priorities, and assigning staff to projects.
• Ensure technical excellence and successful delivery of all rail design services.
• Execute annual business plan objectives related to profitability, resource allocation, utilization, A/R management, and employee engagement.
• Oversee project performance to ensure deadlines, budgets, and financial targets are consistently met.
• Manage client relationships, including oversight of billings and collections.
• Serve as project manager for rail design projects or as the rail discipline lead on multidisciplinary transportation or land development projects.
• Support staff growth by prioritizing professional development, mentoring, and training initiatives.
• Provide oversight on the development of scopes, schedules, budgets, and quality management procedures for the rail design team.
• Lead recruitment and retention efforts to build and maintain a strong, high performing team.
• Responsible for the health and safety of all activities in the group.
• Collaborate with group leaders across all V3 offices to support multidisciplinary project delivery and strategic pursuits.
• Conduct quality assurance reviews of design work completed by others.
• Serve as the firmwide rail design technical lead, responsible for establishing best practices and supporting pursuits and recruitment efforts across regional offices.
• Responsible for staying abreast of current technical advancements and technology and innovation in the delivery of rail design services.
• Contribute to firmwide initiatives, corporate committees, and long-term value creation for the firm as appropriate.
• Drive business development efforts to grow the rail practice and maintain strong project backlog. The role will include the following activities:

• • Participate on sales teams to strategically position the rail group for new opportunities
  • Lead marketing and networking efforts with clients, including direct outreach and relationship development.
  • Lead the proposal development process for new project pursuits
  • Strengthen and expand relationships with Class I railroads and public sector clients through active participation in industry events and professional associations.
  • Participate in business planning activities and strategy initiatives.

We're looking for:

• 15+ years of experience successfully leading rail design projects for Class I Railroads, passenger rail, and transit agencies.
• PE/BSCE strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Established railroad industry relationships.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with V3 funding contribution
• Retirement plan with up to 6% company match
• Paid time off, holidays and volunteer paid time off
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative and supportive work environment
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Why V3?

We empower our people with the skills and spirit to achieve their goals and make impactful transformations in the places we live and work. Our growing firm has offices in Alberta, the Carolinas, Colorado, Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio, allowing for expert collaboration across North America.

Working with us opens the door to:

• Exciting projects that positively influence the world around you
• Goal-driven career development, training, and mentorship programs
• Cutting-edge technology with a dedicated technology advancement committee
• Employee-led enrichment programs devoted to wellness, community impact, and more
• Firm ownership opportunities

Your professional aspirations are our top priority: this is your career, and we're here to support that vision.

With the right team, you can change the world.

Join V3 and go beyond limits.

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