Steer

AVP, Commercial Advisory – Rail & Transit

Steer

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York City • New York • United States

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Salary

💰 $120,000 - $180,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Project or technical leader on portfolio of projects – focused on or including Commercial Advisory services, ensure adherence to scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining the highest quality standards and client satisfaction.
  • Manage risk adhering to company policies and procedures
  • Balancing client objectives with detailed reviews and delivery tasks as needed.
  • Grow the Commercial Advisory portfolio, promoting and marketing Steer’s Commercial Advisory services to existing and new clients.
  • Develop long-term relationships with key clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
  • Support business development efforts, including pre-positioning, proposal development, presentations, and negotiations.
  • Leverage your personal expertise and represent Steer externally, promoting its values and capabilities in the marketplace.
  • Develop and mentor staff, focusing on technical skill development, career development, and performance management.
  • Contribute to Commercial Advisory services capability development and knowledge sharing across Steer.
  • Provide leadership and support to a multidisciplinary team, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing work environment.
  • Cross sell services across the Steer Group portfolio.

Requirements

  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in the transportation industry with an emphasis on the commercial aspects of rail and transit delivery, preferably including private sector participation in delivery.
  • Technical background in relevant areas. Examples include, but are not limited to, business case/strategic case development, procurement/bid support to deliver rail and transit services, funding/financing strategies.
  • Demonstrated success in growing commercial advisory services, working directly with clients and senior decision-makers and leading projects that tackle complex transportation and rail challenges.
  • Proven ability to manage complex transportation and rail projects and work directly with a range of clients and senior decision-makers.
  • Experience in a consultancy environment delivering similar services is preferred.
  • Current network of clients and clear identification of opportunities and trends in the market.
Benefits
  • Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 3% 401(k)/RRSP contribution
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Generous paid time off including vacation, public holidays, sick time, and volunteering days- up to 44 days (US) and 47 days (Canada) annually
  • Group Share Incentive Plan, providing employees with the opportunity to share in the long-term success of the firm
  • Commuter benefits (US)
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
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