Director, Railway Flagging

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the acquisition, retention, and expansion of railway flagging services nationwide.

• Create precise estimates and formulate detailed project proposals.

• Handle customer pre-qualification processes and ensure adherence to client specifications.

• Track market trends and pinpoint strategic opportunities for sustainable growth.

• Foster and sustain robust relationships with both new and existing clients throughout the United States.

• Align service offerings with customer budgets, timelines, and operational requirements.

• Act as the primary contact for escalating customer issues.

• Direct the planning, scheduling, and execution of all flagging operations across the country.

• Set measurable safety goals and promote continuous improvement through data-driven decision-making.

• Supervise employee auditing programs, proficiency evaluations, and training compliance.

• Lead incident management processes, including root cause analysis and corrective measures.

• Manage and protect division assets, equipment, and resources.

• Ensure precise payroll processing and prompt job-costing approvals.

• Maintain compliance with customer contractual obligations and internal quality standards.

• Oversee the accuracy and timeliness of invoicing as well as documentation requirements.

• Conduct regular audits of safety, quality, and financial processes.

• Guarantee accurate job costing and appropriate allocation of expenses to the P&L.

• Develop and manage project budgets throughout their duration.

• Prepare annual divisional budgets focused on growth and cost efficiency.

• Review monthly P&L performance and provide analyses to leadership.

• Compile and present monthly financial and operational performance reports.

• Perform any additional duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in business administration, engineering, construction management, or a related discipline is required.

• Over 10 years of relevant industry experience, including direct management of field operations or railway services.

• Proven track record of successfully leading high-performing teams in safety-critical environments.

• Experience in managing customer relationships and operational delivery across various regions.

• Previous qualifications in RWIC, Operating Rules, and Track Inspection Guidelines.

• Strong comprehension of railway operations, flagging procedures, and relevant FRA regulations.

• Proficient in estimating, bidding, contracting, and managing project finances.

• Advanced computer proficiency, including the Microsoft Office Suite.

• Familiarity with safety programs, auditing practices, and methodologies for incident investigation.

• Outstanding interpersonal, communication, and customer service capabilities.

• Established leadership skills with experience in motivating and developing teams.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making abilities.

• Capacity to anticipate stakeholder requirements and devise effective solutions.

• Highly organized and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

• Demonstrated professionalism, discretion, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.

• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally within North America.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.

• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

• Flexible work arrangements.

• Supportive team environment and company culture.