Washington, DC, USA+4 moreMore locations: San Francisco, CA, USA | Chicago, IL, USA | Laguna Niguel, CA, USA | New York, NY, USA
In PersonMinimal overnight travel by land and air.
Consulting
About the job
Requirements
A bachelor's or master's degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
At least 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, station development, passenger facility planning, infrastructure consulting, or related fields is required.
Demonstrated expertise in station and passenger facility planning, development, design management, operations, asset management, or lifecycle planning is required.
A proven track record of winning and delivering consulting assignments within the North American transportation, rail, or infrastructure market is required.
An established network of senior-level relationships with railroads, transit agencies, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and industry stakeholders across North America is required.
A strong entrepreneurial mindset and demonstrated success in building business opportunities, expanding client relationships, and growing service offerings are required.
Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development capabilities are required.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging executive-level audiences, are required.
A business-oriented mindset, strong commercial awareness, and the ability to balance technical excellence with business growth objectives are required.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word, is required.
Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to four hours at a time is required.
Ability to speak on the telephone for up to three hours per day is required.
Ability to sit for up to three hours without breaks at meetings is required.
Ability to walk and stand for up to four hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings is required.
Responsibilities
Build, lead, and expand the Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice, including its strategy, service offerings, market positioning, and growth plans.
Advise transit agencies, passenger rail operators, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and other key stakeholders.
Develop and maintain executive-level client relationships across North America and convert market opportunities into consulting engagements.
Lead complex and strategically important projects related to stations, passenger facilities, intermodal hubs, passenger experience, accessibility, asset management, and facility modernization.
Pursue and secure strategically important business opportunities, including proposal development, client engagement, and commercial negotiations.
Establish thought leadership through participation in industry conferences, professional associations, and market-facing events.
Develop innovative consulting solutions and transform successful projects into repeatable service offerings.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of managers, consultants, and technical specialists.
Collaborate with experts across DB Group and DB E.C.O.’s international network to bring global best practices to North American clients.
Contribute to the growth and profitability of the Rail Infrastructure Advisory business through strategic planning, business development, and market expansion.
Desired Qualifications
Experience building, leading, or significantly expanding a consulting practice, business unit, or technical service line is highly desirable.
DB E.C.O. North America (with “E.C.O.” representing “Engineering, Consulting and Operations") offers specialized rail and transit consultancy services to public agencies, passenger and freight railroads. DB E.C.O. North America is part of the DB E.C.O. Group and leverages Deutsche Bahn’s global expertise to advance mobility and rail transportation across the U.S. and Canada. Their cross-disciplinary team collaborates closely with clients to innovate their portfolios and elevate business performance. With a focus on sustainability, safety, and operational excellence, they strive to enhance the customer experience, increase rail usage, and “Transform The Future Of Mobility.”
Department: Consulting, Infrastructure Domain
Reports to: Director, Rail Infrastructure Advisory
Location: Laguna Niguel, Chicago, New York City, San Francisco, or Washington, D.C.
Tasks & Responsibilities:
Build, lead, and expand DB E.C.O. North America’s Stations & Passenger Facilities Practice, including strategy, service offerings, market positioning, and growth plans.
Act as a trusted advisor to transit agencies, passenger rail operators, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and other key stakeholders.
Develop and maintain executive-level client relationships across North America and convert market opportunities into consulting engagements.
Lead complex and strategically important projects related to stations, passenger facilities, intermodal hubs, passenger experience, accessibility, asset management, and facility modernization.
Pursue and secure strategically important business opportunities, including proposal development, client engagement, and commercial negotiations.
Establish thought leadership through participation in industry conferences, professional associations, and market-facing events.
Develop innovative consulting solutions and transform successful projects into repeatable service offerings.
Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of managers, consultants, and technical specialists.
Collaborate with experts across DB Group and DB E.C.O.’s international network to bring global best practices to North American clients.
Contribute to the growth and profitability of the Rail Infrastructure Advisory business through strategic planning, business development, and market expansion.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in rail, transit, station development, passenger facility planning, infrastructure consulting, or related fields.
Demonstrated expertise in station and passenger facility planning, development, design management, operations, asset management, or lifecycle planning.
Proven track record of winning and delivering consulting assignments within the North American transportation, rail, or infrastructure market.
Established network of senior-level relationships with railroads, transit agencies, transportation authorities, infrastructure owners, and industry stakeholders across North America.
Strong entrepreneurial mindset with demonstrated success in building business opportunities, expanding client relationships, and growing service offerings.
Experience building, leading, or significantly expanding a consulting practice, business unit, or technical service line is highly desirable.
Strong leadership, decision-making, and team development capabilities.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, including experience engaging executive-level audiences.
Business-oriented mindset with strong commercial awareness and the ability to balance technical excellence with business growth objectives.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
Working Conditions and Travel:
Minimal overnight travel by land and air.
Physical Requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation:
Ability to work at a computer workstation for periods up to 4 hours at a time
Ability to speak on the telephone for a total of up to 3 hours per day
Ability to sit for up to 3 hours without breaks at meetings
Ability to walk and stand for up to 4 hours without breaks at program site visits and meetings
We offer an annual gross salary between $215,000 and $246,000 + bonus(USD) for full-time employment, depending on professional qualifications and experience.
Quick overview of our U.S. Health & Wellness Benefits:
Medical Insurance: Multiple options - Low to High Deductible plans
Dental & Vision
Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
Life & AD&D Insurance, Short-term, and Long-term Disability: Company-paid
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and their household members
Commuter Benefits: Use tax-free money to pay for eligible transit and parking expenses (Train, subway, bus, ferry, parking).
Parental Paid Leave
Supplemental Coverage: Optional accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans with wellness benefits.
Retirement Savings (401k) with company safe harbor contributions
Vacation & Holidays: Competitive time off plus 11 paid company holidays
DB E.C.O North America, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements. DB E.C.O North America, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.
For California applicants: We follow the California Fair Chance Act, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and/or Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring. As is the case for applicants in any jurisdiction, you do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After providing a conditional offer and conducting a background check, we will consider hiring any qualified individual with arrest or conviction records in accordance with all relevant laws, and specifically will assess whether any conviction history directly relates to the job duties. We will take into consideration the individual’s explanation and potential mitigating factors as defined by the law.
In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Quick overview of our Canada Health & Wellness Benefits:
We offer a comprehensive, company‑paid benefits program for employees and their eligible dependents. This includes Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), Dependent Life Insurance, Long‑Term Disability, extended Health and Dental coverage, and access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
In addition, the Company supports your long‑term financial well‑being by subsidizing a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) of your choice with a contribution equal to 5% of your basic salary.
We also provide competitive vacation time along with 11 paid company holidays, so you have the time you need to rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside of work.