Operational Readiness Manager

EnTech Engineering, PC

$180K — $210K *
Transportation
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in transit operations and maintenance, ideally in urban rail systems.
  • Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or equivalent.
  • Deep understanding of Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) systems.
  • Proven track record in leading organizational change and transformation initiatives.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management abilities.
  • Proficient in coordinating large, complex organizations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive operational readiness and transformation plan.
  • Identify and address gaps in workforce skills, processes, and technologies.
  • Oversee implementation activities and track key milestones.
  • Coordinate workflows, systems, procedures, and operating practices.
  • Collaborate with leadership and cross-functional teams to secure resources and align goals.
  • Communicate operational readiness requirements across multiple organizational levels.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions for staff.

Benefits

  • Full-time, on-site position.
  • Monday through Friday work schedule, with occasional weekend work.
Full Job Description


About the Role:

We are seeking a full-time "Operational Readiness Manager" to lead operational readiness and organizational transformation for a major urban rail modernization program. The ideal candidate will support the transition from conventional signal systems to a Communications-Based Train Control (CBTC) environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Develop and implement an operational readiness and transformation plan.
  • Identify gaps in workforce skills, processes, technology, and resources.
  • Oversee implementation activities and monitor key milestones.
  • Coordinate new workflows, systems, procedures, and operating practices.
  • Work with leadership and cross-functional teams to secure resources and align program goals.
  • Communicate readiness requirements to leadership, technical teams, and frontline staff.
  • Facilitate workshops and training sessions.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable safety, governance, and program requirements.
  • Document lessons learned and support continuous improvement.

Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in transit operations and maintenance, preferably within a large urban rail system.
  • Bachelor's degree in Transportation Management, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Strong understanding of CBTC systems and their operational implications.
  • Experience leading organizational change or operational transformation initiatives.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to coordinate across a large, complex organization.

Estimated Annual Compensation:
$180,000-$210,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Location:
New York, NY

This is a full-time, on-site position. The standard schedule is Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Occasional weekend work may be required based on project needs.

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