Deputy Planning & Engineering Director

Location: Sacramento, CA (Hybrid)

Industry: Rail / Heavy-Civil Construction

Area of Specialty: Program Management / Rail Construction

Join the Future of Rail: Deputy Planning & Engineering Director

Are you ready to shape the backbone of California’s infrastructure? A California -based High-Speed Rail program is seeking a visionary leader to join our Executive Operations team. As the Deputy Planning & Engineering Director, you will be at the forefront of one of the most ambitious transportation projects in the world, providing the strategic spark and technical grit needed to deliver a state-of-the-art rail system.

In this role, you will be the go-to advisor for strategy, innovation, and project excellence.

What You'll Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, planning, or a related field, backed by 12 years of heavy-hitting relevant experience.
• At least 4 years of experience leading teams and managing high-stakes projects in planning, engineering, or auditing.
• Extensive experience overseeing complex engineering operations and a deep understanding of infrastructure design.
• The ability to navigate complex stakeholder relationships and collaborate effectively across diverse departments.
  
  

What You'll Do

• Support program leadership in developing long-term strategic initiatives that directly impact safety, performance, and operational efficiency.
• Advocate for cutting-edge HSR advancements—from high-tech materials to optimized processes—to ensure our system is world-class.
• Support the planning, execution, and delivery of critical engineering projects across the entire program life cycle.
• Dive into program data and operational results to recommend smart adjustments that keep our performance levels peaking.
• Provide expert guidance on alternative analysis and implementation requirements to ensure every phase of the project is sanctioned for success.
  
  

The "Elite Candidate" Checklist

We are looking for a specialist who can hit the ground running. Do you possess:

• Sector-Specific Success? A proven track record managing public sector projects or working with government agencies.
• Sustainability Leadership? Deep expertise in environmental compliance and implementing sustainability practices in infrastructure.
• Systems Integration Mastery? Strong knowledge of systems/network integration and formal certification processes.
• Technical Tool Proficiency? Mastery of advanced tools like Primavera, Microsoft Project, and engineering design software.
• Professional Credentials? A PE License or PMP Certification.
  
  

Did you answer "YES" to all of the above?

If you are the expert we've described, we want to hear from you immediately. Help us move California forward and leave a lasting legacy.

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