Full-Time Deputy Head of Rails

Role Description:The Senior Associate Director/Deputy Head of Rails will support the Head of rails and EC senior management in delivery and operations, help build the India team. This includes interviewing, selecting and onboarding candidates. Lead the team supporting Rail projects. This is a senior role within AECOM requiring strong technical understanding of the Rail sector, great leadership ability and trust-building with major clients. Identifying appropriate solutions and promoting innovative ideas is important.

Roles and Responsibilities:Develops technical solutions to a wide range of difficult problems. Works under general direction; independently determines and develops solutions. Experience in Rail Market – overall. Experience in UK, UAE, US, Canada, Middle East (preferred). Should be knowledgeable in rail design services, associated regulations and technical standards. Capable of working on own initiative, as an overall responsibility and accountability for assigned work. Must be a team player with strong interpersonal skills, decision-making ability, and proactive approach. Maintains affiliation with professional societies to stay abreast of current technologies. Collaborates with senior management to formulate strategy for Business Continuity and requirements. Enhances communication channels between businesses, support functions and management. Implements important policy and processes. Interfaces between support functions and Business. Implements efficient processes and mechanisms for streamlined working between businesses and support functions. Oversees the adoption of new technology solutions in businesses. Regular reporting to senior management about performance, issues and improvements.

Requirements:Builds consensus and relationships among business leads, management and employees. Possesses excellent communication and influencing skills, good business negotiation and people management skills. Has a strong managerial acumen and familiarity with business administration principles. Prioritizes and delegates tasks effectively. Introduces new and improves existing processes with buy-in from all. Possesses strong leadership ability. Requires good stress tolerance, ability to get the job done.

Qualifications:Master of Engineering degree (or equivalent education) in a relevant engineering discipline from an accredited college or university. More than 15 years of experience in Civil Engineering. UK/Middle East/US experience desirable but not essential. Able to see the “bigger picture” and take a birds-eye view of projects. Ability to work to deadlines and under pressure. Accountability for assigned work. Accuracy & precision of work. Willingness to learn and develop. Strong problem-solving skills. Enthusiastic and self-motivated.

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