Rail & Transit Risk Manager

Job description

Job Description Overview: We are seeking a Risk Manager to join our Rails and Transit team in San Franscico, CA . The Risk Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining risk management processes aligned with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) requirements and international standards such as ISO 31000. This role ensures proactive identification, assessment, and mitigation of risks across transit projects and operations, supporting organizational resilience and compliance with regulatory frameworks. Your role: - Develop and maintain risk management plans in compliance with FTA’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) requirements under 49 CFR Part 673. - Implement Safety Management System (SMS) principles for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation. - Conduct safety risk assessments for hazards and operational threats, prioritizing risks based on severity and likelihood. - Prepare risk registers and monitor mitigation measures for effectiveness. - Support agency compliance audits and provide documentation for FTA oversight reviews. - Apply ISO 31000 principles to establish a structured risk management framework across all organizational func...