Senior Engineer Construction – Building and Bridges

Senior Engineer Construction Building and Bridges

Job Category : Engineering

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.

Requisition Number : SENIO004211

Posted : October 11, 2024

Job Type : Full-Time

Location : Cobble Hill, Somerville, MA 02143, USA

Description

At Keolis Commuter Services (KCS) , we give every team member and their ideas a seat for the journey. We are a diverse team made up of different backgrounds, stories, and perspectives, which is our strength.

If you’re looking for a career with a company that invests in your future, KCS is the place for you. We Imagine. We Care. We Commit!

Since 2014, Keolis Commuter Services has been entrusted with operating and maintaining the Commuter Rail network on behalf of the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).

During this time, we have worked to deliver a safe and reliable service, thanks to the knowledge and dedication of our team, and our experience operating transit networks around the world.

Today, we're proud of the progress we have made together to deliver a best-in-class service for the Greater Boston community.

We believe our people are what make us great. That is why we demonstrate a commitment to a safe, healthy, and inclusive culture that welcomes ideas, encourages innovation, and values belonging.

Your future starts here.

Minimum Knowledge and Experience :

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil Engineering and minimum of five (5) years’ practical experience in either a railroad or construction management environment or ten (10) years of practical experience in a railroad construction management environment.
• Minimum of five years’ (5) supervisory experience
• Knowledgeable of Department of Transportation and Federal Railroad Administration rules and regulations
• Knowledge in train operations and safety requirements preferred
• Significant experience in the application of labor contracts required
• Proficient understanding of construction means and methods.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships.
• Demonstrated capability to influence, negotiate and facilitate buy-in with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead by example to foster positive cross-functional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills :

• Highly organized and disciplined project management skills, with detailed knowledge of best practice project management tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in terms of commercial negotiation, specification development, bidding, proposal development etc.

in a deadline-driven role.

• Proven ability to effectively manage a team in the field, along with any subcontractor scope in terms of delivering a quality project and any quality validation.
• Experience in design, engineering and / or technology fields to be able to comprehend and translate that to the field resources.
• Key personal traits, forward-thinking, proactive, resilient, sound judgment, innovation where its required, driven by the relentless pursuit of excellence
• Strong interpersonal skills for training and coaching activities
• Demonstrates strong leadership and organizational skills
• Knowledge of MS Office specifically Word and Excel and the ability to learn other software applications

Key Accountabilities (Essential Job Duties) :

• Demonstrates understanding and adheres to the KCS principles of Employee Engagement, Operational Excellence, Safety & Security, and Economic Performance
• Implements and monitors operational practices to ensure equipment reliability and quality service while ensuring a safe and productive workplace.
• Expresses accountability rules and regulations governing buildings and bridges as established by the Department of Transportation, FRA, and OSHA
• Demonstrates accountability of quality assurance of work performed by employees
• Analyzes utilization of department workforce and facilities to continuously identify improvement in work practices and scheduling
• Complies with and ensures staff compliance with all safety rules and procedures and report all hazards as required
• Supervises activities of Roadmasters and employees in the B&B department and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and Company rules and regulations and Keolis Commuter Services / MBTA Contract Agreements
• Administers collective bargaining agreements as required through regular job performance
• Oversees the supervision of assigned personnel, which includes hiring, work allocation, training, and problem resolution;

evaluates performance and makes recommendations for personnel actions; motivates employees to achieve peak productivity and performance

Completes other duties as assigned

Working Conditions (including Physical Demands)

• Walking, talking, hearing, climbing, balancing, lifting using both hands and both arms (up to 50 pounds), bending, and driving
• Involves working outside in all types of weather conditions year-round as assigned
• Requires travel to various Keolis sites and properties

Additional Statements :

Drug and alcohol screening : Employment contingent upon passing pre-employment drug and alcohol screen. Also, contingent upon receiving a favorable background check.

Must pass a physical examination.

• Safety commitment : Safety is a way of life at Keolis. By placing safety first, we ensure the wellbeing of our employees, customers, and communities.
• Environmental commitment : Keolis is committed to protecting the environment by minimizing the impact of operations to our people and the communities in which we operate.
• EEO statement : Our policy is to afford Equal Employment Opportunity to qualified individuals regardless of their race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, marital status, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, or gender identification.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Disclaimer and closing statement : The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this classification.

They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees assigned to this job, and Keolis retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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