On-call Strategic Advisor - Rail Operations

On-call Strategic Advisor - Rail Operations

Location:

US-NY-New York City

ABOUT THE POSITION

VHB is seeking an On‑call Strategic Advisor – Rail Operations to join our growing Transit & Rail Practice. The Strategic Advisor will support a variety of railroad and rail transit projects and pursuits across the VHB footprint. The candidate should have expertise in the railroad and/or rail transit industry, specifically in operations simulation and systems analysis.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Advise and actively pursue new business opportunities & strategic relationships with multiple railroad and rail transit related clients across the New England, Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic regions.
• Advise and support multiple projects in the execution of railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses.
• Develop and promote short‑range and long‑range programs, plans, and business and marketing strategies that provide strategic business opportunities (partnerships, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, alliances) in railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analyses.
• Interface regularly with the national Transit & Rail leadership Team, providing detailed analysis of ongoing business development/proposal strategies and opportunities.
• Identify potential clients and partners within your expertise with regional leadership to develop and maximize strategies, including SWOT analysis against major competitors; identify potential teaming partners and trade‑off opportunities.
• Work effectively and collaboratively in a multi‑discipline team environment, including mentoring junior and mid‑level Transit & Rail professionals.

SKILLS AND ATTRIBUTES

• In‑depth knowledge and understanding of railroad and rail transit operations simulation and systems analysis and industry competitors.
• Advanced skills building and maintaining collaborative client relationships.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, analytical thinking, and planning skills.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 20+ years of experience in railroad and/or rail transit and systems design services.
• Clear understanding of railroad and rail transit business with specific experience in New England, Northeast and Mid‑Atlantic organizations.
• Bachelor’s Degree required;
  Master’s Degree preferred.

Our best estimate of the salary range for a full‑time position in New York City is $96.00‑$130.00 per hour; this role is part‑time/as needed.

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