Fluor is seeking candidates for opportunities within our Program Delivery Support (PDS) team, working alongside the California High-Speed Rail Authority, to provide program delivery and program management services for one of the largest planned infrastructure projects in the U.S. The system will connect the 500-mile stretch between the Los Angeles region with the San Francisco Bay Area, with up to 24 stations. The first phase of the program is currently under construction in California's Central Valley.
Job DescriptionThe Railroad Safety and Roadway Worker Protection (RWP) Manager works under the direction of the Deputy Program Safety and Security Director and is responsible for enforcing compliance with regulatory and contract requirements while directly observing, monitoring, and inspecting railroad construction related activities. Additionally, the Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing all components of the federally mandated RWP training program for California High Speed Rail (HSR).
This position will supervise other employees and support the Authority's Chief of Safety and Security. The Railroad Safety and RWP Manager is responsible for assisting in construction safety and security and oversight activities related to the program. This position has the responsibility and accountability to develop, make recommendations, and implement continuous improvement for safety and security activities related to the program.
Position Responsibilities- Plan, develop, implement, and manage the RWP training program
- Delivers general and railroad safety training, to include applicable elements of 49 CFR 214, to Authority, consultant, and contractor staff
- Conduct audits, inspections, and risk assessments to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), and California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) requirements
- Coordinates safety meetings amongst various Staff, consultants, and contractors
- Monitor compliance and make recommendations regarding railroad safety program wide
- On call for all incident levels related to railroad construction activities to ensure resources and notifications are completed as required. Assist in root cause analysis for incidents with applicable construction contractor(s)
- Collaborate with law enforcement, emergency services, and security agencies to align site security measures with broader public safety requirements
- Coordinate with external rail partners as applicable including but not limited to adjacent freight and commuter railroads along the HSR alignment
- Prepare and present reports, briefings, and recommendations to HSR leadership, stakeholders, and oversight bodies regarding railroad safety and security activities
- Lead process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and transparency in safety and security initiatives across the program
- Perform other duties as assigned
Basic Job Requirements- Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in applicable field of study and ten (10) years of work-related experience
- Ability to communicate effectively with audiences that include but are not limited to management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and visitors
- Job related technical knowledge necessary to complete the job
- Ability to learn and apply knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national statutes and guidelines
- Ability to attend to detail and work in a time-conscious and time-effective manner
Other Job Requirements- Five (5) or more years of experience in training and railroad operations out of the 10 years or more of the required work experience
- Subject matter expert in 49 CFR 214 Railroad Workplace Safety and OSHA General Industry and Construction requirements
- Ability to design, develop, implement, facilitate, evaluate, and measure training and development activities
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills to work effectively with multidisciplinary teams
- Ability to travel up to 50% mostly within the state and possibility of national
Preferred Qualifications- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety certification
- Experience with transit, freight, or rail infrastructure safety and security programs
- Proficiency with safety management systems, data analysis tools, and reporting platforms
Benefits Statement: Fluor is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to promote employee health, wellness, and financial security. Our offerings include medical, dental and vision plans, EAP, disability coverage, life insurance, AD&D, voluntary benefit plans, 401(k) with a company match, paid time off (personal, bereavement, sick, holidays) for salaried employees, paid sick leave per state requirement for craft employees, parental leave, and training and development courses.
Market Rate Statement: The market rate for the role is typically at the mid-point of the salary range; however, variations in final salary are determined by additional factors such as the candidate's qualifications, relevant years of experience, geographic location, internal pay equity, and prevailing market conditions for the specific role.
Salary Range: $125,500.00 - $233,500.00
